POTATO DUMPLINGS

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These moist dumplings are an extra-special way to serve potatoes. The bread centers add a comforting touch, and the potato taste really comes through. They go so well with the Beef Rouladen and gravy. -Karin Cousineau, Burlington, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 to 6 medium potatoes
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 slices white bread, toasted
1/3 cup mashed potato flakes, optional
Melted butter and toasted bread crumbs, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight. , Peel and grate potatoes. In a large bowl, combine the flour, egg, salt and nutmeg. Add potatoes and mix until a stiff batter is formed, adding additional flour if necessary. , Slice toasted bread into 24 squares, 1/2-in. each; shape 2 tablespoons of the potato mixture around two bread squares, forming a 2-in. ball. , In a large stock pot, bring salted water to a boil; add the test dumpling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until dumpling is no longer sticky in the center. , If test dumpling falls apart during cooking, add the mashed potato flakes to the batter. Let batter sit for 5 minutes; form remaining dumplings. Add to boiling water; return to a boil and follow the same cooking procedure. , Remove dumplings with a slotted spoon to a serving bowl. If desired, drizzle with butter and sprinkle with crumbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 487mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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