Czech Gulash
Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into bite-sized cubes
  
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  
• 2 large onions, chopped
  
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
  
• 5 Tbsp flour
  
• 2 tbsp sweet paprika
  
• 2 tsp marjoram
  
• 2 tsp thyme
  
• 2 bay leaves
  
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
  
• 500 ml beef broth
  
• Salt and pepper, to taste
  

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.
   
2. Add the onions to the Dutch oven and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
   
3. Add the flour, paprika, marjoram, thyme, and bay leaves to the Dutch oven and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
   
4. Add the tomato paste and beef broth to the Dutch oven and stir to combine. Return the beef to the pot and bring to a boil.
   
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the Dutch oven, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
   
6. Season the goulash with salt and pepper to taste.
   
7. Serve hot with a baguette or dumplings.
   

Enjoy your Czech goulash!


CZECH Dumplings

Ingredients:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
  
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  
• 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for the cooking water
  
• 3 large eggs
  
• 1  cups milk
  
• 10 slices white bread, crusts removed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
  
  
  Instructions:
  
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, diced bread, salt, and baking powder.
• In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the milk.
• Add the egg and milk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
• Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
• Shape the dough into a log and wrap it tightly in a piece of cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel. Tie the ends with string to create a compact cylinder shape.
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently lower the wrapped dough into the pot and boil for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
• Remove the dumpling from the pot and let it cool for a few minutes before unwrapping it.
• Using a sharp knife, slice the dumpling into thick slices and serve with your favorite Czech dishes.