Texas breakfast favorite, kolache, has fascinating backstory involving Czech immigration

In parts of Texas, a common on-the-go breakfast is a kolache. It's a savory pastry that typically contains meat and cheese. 

But the story of kolaches is far more interesting than one might expect for a breakfast item. 

It's a tale that weaves together immigration, clever business sense and a good-sized dose of Americana. 

GENERAL TSO NEVER ATE 'HIS' OWN CHICKEN, PLUS 4 OTHER FUN FACTS ABOUT THE CHINESE AMERICAN CLASSIC

In the early 19th century, the first Czechs made their way to Texas...