World Flavors Cookbook

Demikát (Sheep Cheese Soup)

A traditional Slovak cream soup made from bryndza (sheep cheese), potatoes, and sour cream.

Cuisine: Slovakia

Ingredients

• 250g bryndza (sheep cheese)
• 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 200ml sour cream
• 1 tsp paprika, salt, pepper
• Toasted bread cubes for serving

Instructions

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until soft. Do not drain all water.
2. Sauté onion with paprika and add to the pot.
3. Mix bryndza with sour cream until smooth.
4. Stir the cheese mixture into the potato water (do not boil after adding cheese).
5. Blend for a smoother consistency if desired.
6. Serve with toasted bread cubes and a sprinkle of chives.