INGREDIENTS
3
lbs Beef short ribs
1
Bay leaf
4 cloves
Garlic
1
Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, Fresh sprigs
1 tbsp
Thyme, fresh leaves
1
Thyme, Fresh sprigs
1 1/2
lbs Yellow onions
2 cups
Beef broth, reduced-sodium
1/4 cup
Brandy or reduced-sodium beef broth
1 1/2 tsp
Black pepper, freshly ground
1
Salt and ground black pepper
1 tbsp
Olive oil
4 3/4
-to 1-inch-thick diagonal slices baguette-style or other french bread, thick
2 tbsp
Butter, unsalted
2 oz
Gruyere cheese