Houskove Knedliky – Czechoslovakian Bread Dumplings

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Homemade Czechoslovakian Bread Dumplings done right!
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
6 slices white bread , slightly stale ( crusts trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes )
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 egg yolks , beaten
2 tablespoons green onions , minced
1 tablespoon parsley , minced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup milk ( more as needed )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
304
Sugar
1g
Fat
15g
Houskove Knedliky, also known as Czechoslovakian Bread Dumplings, is a traditional dish served in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. This dish is a classic side that's often served with roast duck or pork, sauerkraut, and gravy. The bread dumplings are soft and pillowy, with a mild, slightly tangy flavor. This recipe is a great use for slightly stale bread, and the green onions and parsley add a nice flavor to the dough. Give this recipe a try and enjoy a taste of Czechoslovakian cuisine at home!

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring water and salt to a boil. Remove from heat.
2.In a large pan, melt butter over low heat. Add bread cubes and toss until toasted.
3.In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, egg yolks, green onions, parsley, pepper and milk. Stir into bread cubes mixture.
4.With floured hands, shape mixture into a large, 12-inch cylinder. Lower cylinder into the pot of hot water.
5.Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes. Turn cylinder over and simmer for an additional 20 minutes.
6.Remove from pot and slice into 1/2-inch pieces. Serve as a side dish or with gravy.

PROS

Houskove Knedliky is a soft, delicious bread side dish that pairs well with beef and pork dishes.

It’s a great use for stale bread.

CONS

This dish is relatively high in carbs and may not be suitable for low-carb diets.

It can take some practice to get the dough just right.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, Houskove Knedliky can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
It contains carbohydrates, protein and fats from the bread and eggs.

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