Authentic Česnečka Recipe - Czech Garlic Soup, aka Hangover Soup! 🧄

potatoes

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cauliflower provides a lower-carb option while maintaining a creamy texture.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth enhances flavor without additives.

Sauté chopped onions in butter until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in diced potatoes and sauté for another 2 minutes.

Pour in the chicken stock and add bay leaves and caraway seeds.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and blend the soup until smooth, if desired.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with crispy rye bread croutons.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens