Houska

Houska is a traditional Czech bread roll that is small and simple. Plain wheat flour, water, yeast, salt, and, on occasion, eggs are used to make it. It's frequently braided and molded into a plump circular form that looks like a knot before baking. Coarse sea salt and either caraway or poppy seeds are sprinkled on top.

The hue of baked Houska is light, with a crispy surface and a light, soft middle. Most stores and bakeries in the Czech Republic sell the roll. It's commonly eaten for breakfast, with a variety of sweet and savory spreads, butter, or marmalade on top.

The name Houska could also refer to a sweet, rich bread with raisins, candied fruit, and almonds that is traditionally offered at Christmas and Easter. It was originally known as vánoka and is comparable to challah or brioche.

Ingredients:

• Milk
• Ounces
• Sugar
• Salt
• Active dry yeast
• Water
• Eggs,
• All-purpose flour
• Golden raisins