In my family, we used to call fried cheese “Šárka’s national dish.” I was my twin sister’s absolute most favorite dish that she would ask for on special occasions and order at restaurants. Well what’s not to like about ooey gooey slab of cheese with crispy breadcrumb topping, … [Read more...] about Fried Cheese
Cauliflower Soup Two Ways
In the Czech Republic, soup is not just a meal on its own. It is often a part of a meal, or an appetizer if you wish. Growing up, my family would always have a soup for lunch before the main dish. Even at the school cafeteria or at summer camps, we would have to eat soup first … [Read more...] about Cauliflower Soup Two Ways
Roasted Chicken with Sauerkraut
My mom would make roasted chicken often for a Sunday lunch. She makes it many different ways- chicken with root vegetables, chicken with vegetable medley, and many other ingredients. This version is one was my favorites because I love anything with sauerkraut. It’s kind of a … [Read more...] about Roasted Chicken with Sauerkraut
Cauliflower Scramble
One of the meatless dishes I grew up on is cauliflower with eggs. This vegetable has always been popular in Czech cuisine, either scrambled with eggs or fried. We would normally have it for lunch but it would make a great healthy breakfast. Ingredients: 1 onion, … [Read more...] about Cauliflower Scramble
Czech Dumplings
If you see “dumplings” on a menu at a Czech restaurant, don’t expect anything resembling Asian dumplings. Czech dumplings are large ovals of yeasted dough that is boiled and cut into slices. They are the most popular side dish and accompany many traditional dishes, such as pork … [Read more...] about Czech Dumplings