Prime Rib Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp.extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 mediumyellow onion
chopped
- 2 mediumcarrots
peeled and chopped
- 2celery stalks
chopped
- 3 clovesgarlic
minced
- 3beef ribs
from a leftover rib roast
- 8 c.low-sodium beef broth
- 2 c.water
- 1bay leaf
- 2 sprigsthyme
- 2 sprigsrosemary
- kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- ½ c.red wine
- 1 c.barley
Directions
- 1
In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions, carrots, and celery and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. Add beef ribs and cover with broth and water. Add bay leaf, thyme, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Cover with lid and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until meat is tender and falling apart, 1 hour and 30 minutes. Add more broth as necessary.
- 3
Remove ribs, bay leaf, thyme, and rosemary. Shred meat with a fork and discard thyme and rosemary.
- 4
Return to pot and add red wine and barley. Simmer until barley is tender, 1 hour. Season with more salt and pepper to taste.
Prime Rib Soup
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About this Recipe
Transforming leftover prime rib into an entirely new, deeply satisfying meal is easier than you think. This hearty Prime Rib Soup is your answer for a comforting winter dinner, brimming with rich beef flavor and aromatic herbs.
What makes this soup truly stand out is its clever use of leftover prime rib bones and meat, infusing every spoonful with unparalleled depth. The slow simmer coaxes out maximum flavor from the beef, creating a broth that's both robust and incredibly aromatic, thanks to a thoughtful blend of thyme, rosemary, and a splash of red wine.
Prepare for a truly warming experience with this hearty Prime Rib Soup. You'll discover a rich, savory beef broth, deepened by aromatic garlic and a medley of tender vegetables like sweet carrots, pungent onion, and crisp celery. Chewy barley adds a satisfying texture and makes this a truly substantial meal, perfect for chilly evenings. The wintry herbs, bay leaf, thyme, and rosemary, lend an earthy, fragrant note that perfectly complements the rich beef, all in a naturally low sugar preparation.
While designed for prime rib, you could adapt this recipe using other beef bones for a similar rich broth base. Feel free to experiment with different root vegetables like parsnips or potatoes in place of some carrots for variety. For a different grain, farro could be a delicious alternative to barley, though cooking times may vary. This naturally low sugar soup is easy to adapt to your pantry.
This Prime Rib Soup is the ultimate cozy meal for a cold winter night, perfect as a standalone dinner. Serve it with a crusty loaf of bread for dipping or a simple side salad to complete the experience.