This Czech garlic soup recipe or cesnecka is said to be the number one hangover cure. It's a simple affair of broth, potatoes, garlic and onions. This soup is so quick to make, many housewives and mothers are up early stirring up a pot of this easy dish for their spouses and family members after a night of partying. Here are more Eastern European Hangover Foods.

See Also

Russian Soup Recipes

Polish Soup Recipes

Ukrainian Soup Recipes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons bacon fat or butter
• 1 small finely chopped onion
• 6 cloves minced garlic
• 6 cups hot chicken or beef stock
• 2 large peeled and coarsely chopped potatoes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Croutons
• Grated cheese

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes

• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings Czech Garlic Soup

Preparation

• In a medium sauecpan, melt bacon fat or butter. Add onions and garlic and cook until translucent. Add hot stock and bring to a boil. Add potatoes, return to the boil, reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender. Adjust seasoning and, for a stronger garlic taste, add 3 clovescrushed garlic (not minced). Serve immediately with croutons and grated cheese of choice.