Bryndzové Halušky with Crispy Bacon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

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Traditional Slovak potato dumplings tossed with tangy sheep cheese and topped with crunchy browned bacon bits. This Slovak-inspired dumpling recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs potatoes, grated, all-purpose flour, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Slovak cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups potatoes, grated
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 cup bryndza cheese (or feta as substitute)
6 oz bacon, diced
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp chopped chives

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 2 cups of grated potatoes in a bowl and add 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix into a sticky dough.
Step 2: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Using a halušky maker or the back of a spoon, press small dumplings into boiling water.
Step 3: Cook dumplings for 3-4 minutes until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Step 4: In a skillet, cook 6 ounces diced bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 6-7 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Step 5: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add cooked dumplings and sauté for 3 minutes until lightly golden.
Step 6: Remove from heat, stir in 1 cup bryndza cheese until creamy and coating the dumplings.
Step 7: Plate halušky, sprinkle with crispy bacon and 2 tablespoons chopped chives. Serve immediately.