Zelnicky

== Description ==
Very good if made right
==Ingredients==
* 2 cups sauerkraut, undrained
* ½ cup vegetable shortening
* 1¾ cups flour
* caraway seeds (optional)
== Directions ==
# Put sauerkraut and its liquid in a large mixing bowl.
# Add the shortening and blend well.
# Add the flour, mixing carefully with your fingers.
# Gather into a ball.
# Lightly flour a pastry board and roll out the dough until it is ⅛-inch thick.
# Cut into 2- x 4-inch strips with a sharp knife.
# Add caraway seeds if desired.
# Place the strips on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake in preheated oven until lightly brown.
# If the zelnicky get too brown they become bitter.
# Remove immediately to a rack and cool.
# Serve as snack with beer and cheese or with soup.
== Notes ==
Oven tips: If using cushioned baking sheets (double sheets), bake at 375°F degrees. If using regular baking sheets, bake at 350°F.
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Category:Czech Snacks
Category:Caraway seed Recipes
Category:Sauerkraut Recipes