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Farina Dumplings

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by magdance

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This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best Dumplings
wssmom's Testing Notes: Not only were these a snap to make, but they turned some leftover chicken broth into a tasty after-school dish for the Starving Student. They are definitely on my list of go-to quick bites...
Not only were these a snap to make, but they turned some leftover chicken broth into a tasty after-school dish for the Starving Student. They are definitely on my list of go-to quick bites! - wssmom

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magdance's Notes: I resurrected my late mother-in-law's farina dumpling recipe and marveled at how five everyday ingredients and a simple stir can make such a delicious addition to soup. In her native Vienna...
I resurrected my late mother-in-law's farina dumpling recipe and marveled at how five everyday ingredients and a simple stir can make such a delicious addition to soup. In her native Vienna a meal often begins with a clear broth garnished with something made of dough: strips of crepe (Fridatten), little fried dough "peas," (Backerbsen) or these farina dumplings (Griesknödel). - magdance

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Serves 6

1/2 cup farina (not quick cooking or instant) Ask a question about this ingredient

3 tablespoons butter, softened Ask a question about this ingredient

1 egg, large Ask a question about this ingredient

1/2 teaspoon salt Ask a question about this ingredient

1 tablespoon flour Ask a question about this ingredient

parsley for garnish Ask a question about this ingredient

clear broth to serve Ask a question about this ingredient

Salt 3 quarts of water and put the pot on to boil.
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Mix softened butter with dry ingredients. Mixture will be crumbly.
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Add egg and stir until it forms a smooth, sticky, mass.
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Scoop dough in 2-teaspoon gobs into simmering water, using a second spoon to dislodge each one. Make 12-16 dumplings.
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Cook uncovered 10 minutes, keeping water at or below the simmer.
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Add 1/4 cup cold water to the pot, turn off heat and cover. Leave undisturbed for one hour.
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Add dumplings to broth, sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately. To make in advance, refrigerate, covered, and reheat gently in broth.
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1 Comment on Farina Dumplings

Helen's All Night Diner added about 1 year ago

Griesknödel Suppe is one of my favorite soups! This is what my mother still makes anytime someone gets sick. She adds a healthy pinch of fresh grated nutmeg to her dumplings and she makes them with milk... yummy!