Butter Dumplings

grandma2969's Note:

These puffy light dumplings can be simmered on top of any liquid, such as stews or soups..

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon cold butter
• 1 large egg , beaten
• 6 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon finely minced parsley
• butter

Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
2. Cut in the cold butter with a pastry blender till mixture resembles coarse oatmeal.
3. Add the egg, milk and parsley.
4. Blend lightly, don't overmix.
5. Drop by approximately 6 tblsful on top of the simmering liquid.
6. Cover tightly and cook over medium-low heat for 20 minutes.do not lift the cover during the cooking process.
7. Serve in bowls, topped with butter.