french onion soup vi

Steps

1. 1place beef ribs in a large stock pot over medium heat.
2. 2brown on all sides.
3. 3cover with water and bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat and simmer 1 hour.
4. 4remove meat and bones to a cutting board to cool.
5. 5introduce onions, beef broth and salt to the rib water.
6. 6bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 1 hour.
7. 7when the bones are cool enough to handle, remove the meat with a knife.
8. 8finely chop the meat and add to the soup.
9. 9after an hour of simmering, season the soup with the liquid seasoning and salt and pepper to taste.
10. 10simmer 30 minutes more.
11. 11preheat oven broiler.
12. 12cut french bread in slices that will fit in your serving bowls.
13. 13place slices on a baking sheet and brush with melted butter.
14. 14sprinkle with garlic powder and paprika.
15. 15place under preheated broiler until browned, 2 to 10 minutes.
16. 16ladle soup into 6 ovenproof serving bowls.
17. 17lay one crouton over each serving.
18. 18top with mozzarella.
19. 19place bowls on a sturdy baking sheet and place under broiler to melt cheese, 1 minutes.
20. 20serve at once.