Short Rib Soup - Comfort Food Meals

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
• 3 cloves garlic, minced or grated
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian herb blend
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 6 cups rich beef stock or bone broth
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish