a. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 2/3 cups of all-purpose flour with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

b. Make a well in the center and add 2 large eggs and 1 tablespoon of oil.

c. Gradually add 3 to 5 tablespoons of water while mixing until the dough forms.

d. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic.

a. In a skillet, cook 3 slices of chopped bacon until crispy.

b. Add 1/2 medium chopped onion and 1 clove of chopped garlic to the skillet, sauté until translucent.

c. Add 8 ounces of ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.

d. In a separate bowl, combine the cooked meat mixture with 5 ounces of thawed, squeezed dry, and chopped frozen spinach.

e. Add 1 ounce of day-old French bread (crust removed) and crumble it into the mixture.

f. Mix in 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon of spicy mustard, 1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon of dried marjoram, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of ground black pepper.

a. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough thinly.

b. Cut the dough into squares or rectangles of your desired size.

a. Place a portion of the prepared filling onto each dough square or rectangle.

b. Carefully fold the dough over the filling to create a pocket.

c. Seal the edges of the dough firmly to enclose the filling completely.

a. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

b. Add the prepared Maultaschen to the boiling water.

c. Cook them until they float to the surface, which usually takes about 5-7 minutes.