French Onion Short Rib Soup with Gruyère Toast and Caramelized Onions - Recipe By Me

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons salted butter
• 4 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 shallots, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
• Pinch red chili flakes, to taste
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
• 4 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 whole star anise, optional
• 2 cups baby carrots
• 6 slices French bread
• 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese