Basic Dumplings for Stew
Make fluffy and delicious dumplings for your favorite stew or soup with this easy recipe. Add herbs and seasonings for extra flavor!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp fine salt
- 3 tbsp shortening
- ¾ cup milk
Recommended Equipment
- Mixing bowl
Instructions
- Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Cut the shortening in until the mixture looks like meal, and then add the milk. Stir just until blended to make a soft dough.2 cups all-purpose flour | 4 tsp baking powder | 1/2 tsp fine salt | 3/4 cup milk | 3 tbsp shortening
- Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls onto gently simmering stew. Reduce the heat to low and cook uncovered for 10 minutes, keeping the stew at a gentle simmer and not a boil. Cover tightly and cook for 10 minutes longer.
Tip: To help prevent scorching, make sure the stew has enough liquid before adding the dumplings and keep it at a very low, gentle simmer. If the stew is very thick, stir in a little broth before topping with the dumplings. It also helps if the stew is in a heavy pot or Dutch oven.
Nutrition
Calories: 171kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 489mgPotassium: 91mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 49IUCalcium: 201mgIron: 2mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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