Česnečka (Czech Garlic Soup aka Hangover Soup)
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Česnečka (Czech Garlic Soup aka Hangover Soup)
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Czech Garlic Soup is also known as Česnečka in Czech or Hangover Soup. It's regarded as a cure for all ailments, including the common cold and of course hangovers. It is extremely garlicky, and utterly satisfying and comforting on the coldest winter days.
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Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon unsalted butter
- 6 to 8 cloves garlic, crushed (you can use even more, if you’d like!)
- 6 cups chicken, beef, or vegetable broth or stock
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound (about 2 medium to large) waxy potatoes (white, yellow, or red–not russets), peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 large egg, beaten (optional)
- 3 ounces (3 to 4 slices) rye bread, cubed
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or olive oil spray
- 4 ounces cubed cheese, Emmental, Gruyere, or Camembert–rind removed (optional)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
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Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium pan over medium heat, and add the garlic. Cook until softened and aromatic, about 4 to 5 minutes (lower the heat if it starts to brown). Add the broth and bring to a boil over high heat.
- When boiling, season with salt and pepper, then add the diced potatoes, marjoram, and caraway seeds. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- If you are adding an egg, pour it in slowly while mixing the soup to create ribbons of cooked egg (similar to Chinese egg drop soup).
- Meanwhile, heat an oven or toaster oven to 350°F. Add the cubed rye bread to a small sheet pan and either drizzle with olive oil or spray with olive oil spray, and toss with your hands to coat. Toast for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Set aside until soup is done.
- Serve the soup topped with croutons and parsley, and if desired stir in some cheese (or put the cheese in the bowl first and then pour the soup on top). Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute dried oregano if you don’t have dried marjoram. It's close but not identical.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
345kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
16g
(32%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Cholesterol
81mg
(27%)
Sodium
1640mg
(68%)
Potassium
396mg
(11%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 1640mg | 68% |
| Potassium | 396mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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