QUICK SLOVENIAN CHEESE DUMPLINGS

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Similar to #263677 Pierogi Leniwe (Polish Cheese Dumplings) but maybe a little easier and less time-consuming. Simple to make and very good. Great for Lenten meals. From a Slovenian Cookbook in my collection.

Provided by Jezski

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 ounces dry curd cottage cheese (well drained ricotta or well drained regular cottage cheese OK)
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups flour (or more as needed)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon melted butter
buttered bread crumb, for serving

Steps:

  • Crumble cheese. (Can use processor for smoother texture.) Add beaten eggs, salt, butter and flour. Mix well. Chill for easier handling.
  • Pat and roll dough with hands on a floured board so it will be 1" in diameter, like a sausage. Cut into 1-1/2" pieces.
  • Bring 3 qts. water to a brisk boil and drop in ALL the dumplings. Cook for 15 minutes COVERED. Water must boil briskly all the while.
  • Serve with buttered bread crumbs.
  • Can make ahead and refrigerate.

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