Bread dumplings
Bread dumplings are an essential part of Czech cuisine. They perfectly accompany dishes like "svíčková" (creamy beef sauce), goulash, and many other traditional meals.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 bread rolls (a day or two old)
- 2 eggs
- ¾ oz fresh yeast
Recipe steps:
- Cut the stale bread rolls into small cubes and set aside. Using slightly stale bread helps the dumplings keep the right texture.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, milk, eggs, yeast, a pinch of salt, and sugar. Mix and knead well until you get a smooth dough.
- Work in the bread cubes and knead again. The dough should be elastic but not too sticky.
- Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size (about 45–60 minutes).
- Transfer the risen dough onto a floured surface and divide it into three equal parts. Roll each into a log shape and let them rest, covered with a towel, for another 15 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully place the dumplings into the boiling water and cook for 10 minutes. Turn them over and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Remove the dumplings from the water and slice them immediately with thread to keep them fluffy. If slicing later, use a sharp knife.
Tip:
Bread dumplings taste best fresh, but they can also be frozen and reheated by steaming.
