Halušky

Halušky are traditional Central European pasta dumplings made from potato or flour-based dough. They are a staple of Slovak cuisine, where they are most famously served with bryndza sheep cheese and fried bacon as the beloved dish bryndzové halušky. The dough is made from coarsely grated raw potatoes, flour, and salt, then pushed through a colander or a special halušky strainer directly into boiling salted water. The cooked dumplings have a soft, slightly dense texture and absorb the flavours of sauces and toppings beautifully. Besides bryndza, they are also served with cabbage, spinach, or meat sauces.