Best 5 Dumplings For Stew Grandmas Old Fashioned Recipes
Dumplings, a delectable culinary creation, have been a staple in kitchens for centuries, enjoyed by people from all walks of life. These soft, fluffy pillows of dough, often paired with stews, soups, and casseroles, add an extra layer of comfort and satisfaction to any meal. Dumplings can be made using a variety of ingredients, including flour, potatoes, bread, or matzo meal, and can be filled with an array of savory or sweet fillings. In this article, we present a collection of Grandma's Old-Fashioned Dumplings recipes, passed down through generations, offering a taste of tradition and culinary heritage. From classic Southern-style dumplings made with biscuit mix to hearty German potato dumplings, and sweet Hungarian apricot dumplings, each recipe promises a unique culinary experience. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating perfect dumplings that will impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a delightful journey into the world of dumplings!
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
DUMPLINGS FOR STEW-GRANDMA'S OLD FASHIONED RECIPE
These dumplings were a staple in Grandma's recipe file. She made them for chicken, turkey, and beef stews and soups. These dumplings are basically fluffy biscuits without a crust. They are moist when done and they actually melt in your mouth. I'm also posting her dessert dumplings recipe using stewed fruit. Yummm.....
Provided by Kathie Carr
Categories Other Breads
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt in medium size bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in milk to make a soft dough. Drop by spoonfuls into boiling soup or stew. Cover and simmer 15 minutes without lifting lid. Serve.
- 2. VARIATION: To make parsley dumplings, add 1 tablespoon parsley flakes to the dry ingredients.
GRANDMA'S DUMPLINGS FROM SCRATCH: 100+ YEAR OLD RECIPE
Grandma would always make these for us when we were under the weather. She would cook a chicken in a pot with water, carrots, onions, and celery until it was done. Then she would pull all the chicken meat of the bone, and put it back into the broth (she would taste it after the meat was added and then add salt, pepper, and a little parsley). I always sat on the counter and watched her throw everything in a pan without measuring, and they were AMAZING. Finally, I asked her to write it down for me, and I'm glad I did. Posting on here so I never lose this recipe! She always rolled them out thin and used a knife to cut them into pieces. They were never the same shape, but that's how we knew when Grandma made them :) NOTE: Grandma learned how to make these from her mother, so this is the OLD school recipe for dumplings. I am writing it like she gave it to me. Scant teaspoon means a little under the measurement: not quite to the top but not 1/4 less.
Provided by CookingBlues
Categories Stew
Time 20m
Yield 1 big pot, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the first 6 ingredients together until combined. Slowly add the water until you form a dough. You may have to add more or less water to form the ball.
- Roll out the dumpling dough on a floured surface thin and cut into bite size pieces.
- Drop them one at a time into simmering chicken/broth. She would always drop a few then wait a bit, then drop a few more. She said this kept them from sticking together in the end. After they are all added, give a gentle stir (once or twice around the pot, then leave it alone).
- Let the dumplings simmer in the chicken/broth mixture until they float to the top (about 15 minutes or so). I have let them simmer a longer, and that's fine. She would taste the broth one last time after the dumplings were done for seasoning before we got to eat them!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.2, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 87.8, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 4.3
GRANDMA'S CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
This is one of my family's favorite recipes for chicken and dumplings, handed down to me from my grandmother. And the leftovers taste great, too!
Provided by bigred
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Chicken Soup Recipes Chicken and Dumpling Recipes
Time 4h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix flour and shortening together in a bowl until it resembles cornmeal.
- Slightly beat egg and milk together in a separate bowl. Add to flour mixture and stir to form a ball of dough. Place onto a floured surface; knead and roll as thin as possible using a floured rolling pin. Let dough stand for 2 hours.
- Place chicken into a large pot and add water to just cover. Bring to a boil over high heat and continue to boil until chicken is no longer pink in the center and meat falls off of the bone, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Remove chicken from the pot; strain broth and return to the pot. Add 2 cups water and bouillon. Remove meat from bones and return to broth. Add celery, carrots, and onion. Bring to a boil; continue to boil for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cut dough into strips, approximately 1-inch wide. Tear strips and drop into boiling broth. Continue to boil for 10 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 97.4 mg, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 439.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
FLUFFY LITTLE CLOUDS - OLD FASHIONED DUMPLINGS FOR STEW
This is my Mum's traditional dumpling recipe - and they ARE very light & fluffy, hence the recipe name! I never use beef suet, there is very good vegetable suet available now; if you cannot get hold of suet, put a block of butter in the freezer & grate it into the dumpling mixture - it's the little pieces of fat that give the dumplings their "rise"! These are great with added flavours, such as garlic, herbs, seasoning salt, even chilli if you are making them to go with a spicy stew or soup. Drop them into any stews or soups you are making - they are also wonderful baked in the oven, they are still light but have a crusty top. This recipe can be increased with ease - the quantities listed make 8 individual dumplings.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Stew
Time 40m
Yield 8 Dumplings, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put the flour, seasonings, & suet in a large mixing bowl, mix thoroughly.
- (If you are adding herbs or extra seasonings, add them now & mix well.).
- Add sufficient cold water - bit by bit - to make a pliable dough; it should not be too sticky, but just bound together.
- Divide the dumpling mixture into 8 portions, and roll into small balls with floured hands.
- Drop them into your soup, casserole or stew 20 minutes before the end of the cooking time, making sure that the soup, stew or casserole is very hot.
- Put the lid on IMMEDIATELY and do NOT take the lid off until just before the end of the cooking time, about 15-18 minutes to check that they are nearly ready.
- They should have doubled in size at least, and be very light & fluffy looking!
- Ladle the soup, stew or casserole into warmed soup bowls & serve 2 dumplings per person.
- Oven baked: place the dumplings on top of your stew or casserole and cook for about 30 minutes at 200C or 400F, or until well risen, golden brown & crusty.
GRANDMA'S HOMEMADE BEEF STEW
Just like grandma used to make. Very little work goes into this homemade beef stew but it was always made with love. Serve with saltine crackers or yeast rolls.
Provided by COTTNBLOSM
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 2h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place stew meat, water, onion, salt, and pepper in a large stockpot. Cook over medium heat until meat is fork-tender, about 45 minutes. Do not drain.
- Add carrots and potatoes to the stew, stir, and cook over medium heat for 20 minutes. Stir in celery, green beans, corn, peas, crushed tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low and let cook for about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 62.6 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 657 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
Tips:
- Use cold butter: This will help create a flakier crust.
- Don't overwork the dough: Overworking the dough will make it tough.
- Chill the dough before rolling it out: This will help it keep its shape.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the dumplings: This will help prevent them from becoming ragged.
- Don't crowd the dumplings in the stew: This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Bring the stew to a simmer before adding the dumplings: This will help prevent them from boiling over.
- Cover the stew while the dumplings are cooking: This will help them cook through.
- Serve the stew immediately: Dumplings are best when they are served hot.
Conclusion:
Dumplings are a delicious and easy way to add a touch of comfort to your favorite stew. Whether you're using a classic recipe or trying something new, these tips will help you make perfect dumplings every time.
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