Hungarian Three Coin Spinach-Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Hungarian Three Coin Spinach-Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces Baby Spinach, triple washed; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped; 2 tablespoons shallots, chopped; 1 teaspoon garlic (garlic cloves pressed); 2 cups chicken stock, 14-1/2 oz can (College Brand); 1 cup milk; 1/2 cup instant mashed potatoes (buds, flakes); 3 tablespoons sour cream; 3 tablespoons lemon juice (substitute lime juice); 1 pinch cayenne pepper, to taste; 1 pinch salt, to taste; 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced; 1 small cucumber, sliced thinly; 1 small yellow squash, sliced thinly; 1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika; 1/2 cup asiago cheese, grated (substitute Gouda cheese)

Servings: persons

8 ounces Baby Spinach, triple washed
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
2 tablespoons shallots, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic (garlic cloves pressed)
2 cups chicken stock, 14-1/2 oz can (College Brand)
1 cup milk
1/2 cup instant mashed potatoes (buds, flakes)
3 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons lemon juice (substitute lime juice)
1 pinch cayenne pepper, to taste
1 pinch salt, to taste
2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
1 small cucumber, sliced thinly
1 small yellow squash, sliced thinly
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
1/2 cup asiago cheese, grated (substitute Gouda cheese)

1
Put the spinach in a big pot and along with the basil leaves, shallots, garlic and a 1 cup of the stock and cook, stir until wilted.
2
Use a hand blender and blend the ingredients, then add the balance of the stock and milk and blend again, cook stir for about 3 minutes.
3
Now add the instant potato flakes, sour cream, lemon juice, cayenne pepper and salt to taste. stirring for about three minutes or more (make sure the sour cream is blended well).
4
Place soup in individual bowls, add 1 coin shaped slice (or more) of hard boiled egg, cucumber, squash.
5
Then sprinkle a little of the paprika on top and finally add some graded cheese.
6
Serve and enjoy this tasty soup on a cold winter or hot summer day!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces Baby Spinach, triple washed, 1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped, 2 tablespoons shallots, chopped, 1 teaspoon garlic (garlic cloves pressed), and more.

Yes, Hungarian Three Coin Spinach-Potato Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hungarian Three Coin Spinach-Potato Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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