Step 1: 1. Prepare the Potatoes

Step 2: Boil the potatoes with their skins on until tender.

Step 3: Let them cool completely (preferably overnight), then peel and mash them finely.

Step 4: 2. Make the Dough

Step 5: In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, flour, semolina, and salt.

Step 6: Knead the mixture until you get a smooth, non-sticky dough.

Step 7: 3. Shape the Šúĺlance

Step 8: Divide the dough into portions and roll each into a thin rope (about 1.5 cm in diameter).

Step 9: Cut into 3 cm-long pieces and roll between your palms to shape small dumplings.

Step 10: 4. Cook the Dumplings

Step 11: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 12: Drop in the dumplings in batches and cook until they float to the surface (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 13: Drain and transfer to a bowl.

Step 14: 5. Prepare the Topping

Step 15: In a separate bowl, mix ground poppy seeds and powdered sugar.

Step 16: Melt the butter and keep it ready.

Step 17: 6. Assemble the Dish

Step 18: Drizzle the cooked dumplings with melted butter.

Step 19: Toss them in the poppy seed-sugar mixture until evenly coated.

Step 20: 7. Serve and Enjoy

Step 21: Serve warm, optionally with a dusting of extra powdered sugar or a drizzle of honey.