Reduce heat and simmer, covered for 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender. ), chicken, beef, or vegetable broth or stock, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer 2-3 hours or until roast is tender. I always appreciate your feedback. The cheese melts and modifies the flavor and texture of the soup. (about 2 medium to large) waxy potatoes (white, yellow, or red–not russets), Emmental, Gruyere, or Camembert–rind removed (optional). The added lentils make this soup filling and packed with protein. During my visit to Prague I had heard of a Czech garlic soup called Česnečka aka "hangover soup." It’s used in breads, to flavor boiled potatoes, and there is even a caraway soup (kmínová polévka). Czech potato dumplings are often filled with smoked meat and served with spinach or sour cabbage. I only had to purchase rye bread for the croutons, but had everything else on hand. It's close but not identical. The basis of kyselo is strong broth made from mushrooms and caraway in water. Perfect to impress guests or nurse them back to health, this soup is ideal. It is extremely garlicky, and utterly satisfying and comforting on the coldest winter days. Note: not to confuse with cumin (římský kmín). Let it cook for at least 20 minutes or until potatoes are soft. Although garlic is the key ingredient, the soup also incorporates potatoes, meat broth, onions, and traditional spices such as caraway and marjoram. It's great on a cold winter day. Drop the dough into the soup by the teaspoonful. I could not be more impressed by how professional of a recipe this as well as easy! There are many possibilities of serving. LOL, Such simple ingredients and big flavor. Initially I served a couple bowls of soup sans egg and cheese, but the following day reheated the leftover soup on the stove top and stirred in half a beaten egg, and served it with a bit of cheese in the bowl for comparison (the photos represent the batch with beaten egg added). Season with salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed. It boasts garlic, potatoes, and crunchy rye bread croutons! Comment document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a41101feaa4577d830067d9a03c2f77c" );document.getElementById("bde20bdf0b").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Boil diced potatoes in for 15 minutes covered. 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). What Is Czech zelňačka? While a lot of Czech food is rustic, rich, and not very glamorous, the flavors are quite delicious! It's regarded as a cure for all ailments, including the common cold and of course hangovers. 15. A bowl of this definitely makes you feel better - whether you are unwell or in perfect health. I plan to add it to my winter arsenal as I know there will be more sniffles and sneezes in the coming months. It is usually served with crispy bread slices and a layer of grated cheese on top. DIRECTIONS. Let me know which one you try and what you think , Your email address will not be published. There is SO MUCH GARLIC in this recipe that the garlic flavor is always going to be the most pronounced, and the specific broth or stock used with be secondary in flavor. Let it cook for at least 20 minutes or until potatoes are soft. You can also follow me on Pinterest, Facebook or Instagram. Then add some sour cream, pepper and vinegar if needed. Arrange the onions in the bottom of a large roasting pan. In a frying pan make fry the flour in the butter until golden brown then add to soup to thicken. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley into a bowl of soup and serve with dinner rolls or white bread. Honestly, both versions are equally delicious in my opinion. This soup is very simple but hearty. 53 g In my rendition of Česnečka, I stick with much of the classic components. Stir in the water, tomatoes, caraway seeds, onion soup mix and bay leaves. I'm so glad you enjoyed this soup. Each family in Czech Republic makes it a little bit different this is the way we do it. Czech garlic soup is one eaten before the main meal. 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind. 2 tablespoons of flour (all-purpose) 2 tablespoons of butter or beef marrow. This looks like my kind of soup! Add water and potatoes with salt and caraway seed. Melt the butter in a medium pan over medium heat, and add the garlic. That's a great question! Cesnecka (aka Czech garlic soup) is a common starter in the Czech Republic. Add the carrots and broth, cover and bring to a simmer. Dried marjoram and crushed caraway seeds give this soup the real sense of "Czech". In a large pot place diced: carrots, celery, potatoes, a whole onion, and cover with water and start to boil. Add the caraway seeds and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked. I can't wait to make this soup, it looks so good! Duck or goose was too expensive for everyday eating, so this was a special-occasion meal in my family unless you were one of the szlachta (nobility). Perfect for dinner during this cold months! I don't believe it's a matter of authenticity as it is personal preference/what you have on hand. It's so easy to make, right? Anything with potatoes and gruyere cheese is a 5-star recipe in my book! You can remove the fat that floats to the surface. Also, a beaten egg is added in more classic recipes, yielding ribbons of egg similar to a Chinese egg drop soup. Soup with liver dumplings: 1/2 pound beef liver, ground. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Hey! I researched Česnečka and noted it is an extremely straight-forward dish with ingredients that most people may already have in their refrigerator and pantry.