Bryndzové halušky

Bryndzové halušky is a modest and simple meal consisting of three elements: halušky, bryndza, and bacon. Halušky is a traditional name for a type of dumpling made with grated raw potatoes and flour. The second essential ingredient in this dish is bryndza, a flavorful cheese made from sheep's milk, authentic to the Liptov area.

The original Slovak bryndza is salty, strong, crumbly, and light gray, while the mass-produced varieties are usually milder, lighter, and typically have a certain percentage of cow's cheese. Bryndza is added directly to halušky and mixed thoroughly until it melts.

The third and the final part of this dish is bacon, typically cut into pieces, fried in a pan, and sprinkled on top of the dish. This hearty meal is a symbol of pride for Slovaks, and it symbolizes Slovak cuisine as it is: simple, straightforward, and traditional.