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Czech Svíčková with Knedlíky and Brusinky

A classic Czech dish featuring tender beef in a creamy sauce, served with dumplings and wild berries.

130 minutes4 servings
Czech Svíčková with Knedlíky and Brusinky
Photo: Dezidor · CC BY 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Trim the beef and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a pot, brown the beef over medium heat.
  3. Add beef broth, caraway seeds, and simmer for 1.5 hours.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix sour cream, flour, and milk to make a sauce.
  5. Add the sauce to the beef and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Cook the knedlíky according to package instructions.
  7. Serve the beef with dumplings and wild berries on the side.
  8. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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