Best 4 Grandma Helens Liver Dumpling Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting warmth of Grandma Helen's Liver Dumpling Soup, a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. This hearty soup embodies the essence of traditional home cooking, featuring a rich and flavorful broth brimming with tender liver dumplings, an array of vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Each spoonful promises a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will transport you to a simpler time.

Accompanying the main recipe are two additional variations that cater to diverse preferences. For those who prefer a classic rendition, the Traditional Liver Dumpling Soup recipe offers a straightforward approach, capturing the authentic taste of this timeless dish. Alternatively, the Chicken Liver Dumpling Soup recipe introduces a delightful twist, utilizing chicken livers for a slightly milder flavor profile.

Whether you're seeking a comforting meal on a chilly day or simply craving a taste of nostalgia, Grandma Helen's Liver Dumpling Soup, in all its variations, promises a satisfying and memorable culinary experience.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN 'N' DUMPLING SOUP



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I've enjoyed making this rich homemade chicken dumpling soup recipe for over 40 years. Every time I serve this type of soup, I remember my southern grandma, who was very special to me and was known as an outstanding cook. -Paulette Balda, Prophetstown, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 3h5m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up
2-1/4 quarts cold water
5 chicken bouillon cubes
6 whole peppercorns
3 whole cloves
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup fresh or frozen peas
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped peeled potatoes
1/4 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
DUMPLINGS:
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg, beaten
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3/4 to 1 cup 2% milk
Snipped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Place the chicken, water, bouillon, peppercorns and cloves in a stockpot. Cover and bring to a boil; skim foam. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 45-60 minutes or until chicken is tender. Strain broth; return to stockpot. , Remove chicken and set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones; discard bones and skin and cut chicken into chunks. Cool broth and skim off fat. , Return chicken to stockpot with soups, vegetables and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Uncover; increase heat to a gentle boil. Discard bay leaf., For dumplings, combine dry ingredients in a medium bowl. Stir in egg, butter and enough milk to make a moist stiff batter. Drop by teaspoonfuls into soup. Cover and cook without lifting the lid for 18-20 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1447mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

LIVER DUMPLINGS



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"THESE DUMPLINGS can be serve in beef broth, or you can thicken the broth like gravy and serve this dish as a stew. Either way, they are hearty, delicious and different!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound uncooked beef liver
1 large onion, cut into eighths
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 teaspoons ground sage, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
3 egg whites
1 egg yolk
5 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1/2 cup cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the liver, onion, salt, 1 teaspoon sage, coriander, basil and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; cover and process until smooth. Add the flour, baking powder, egg whites and yolk; process until well mixed. Batter should be thick and spoonable. (Add a little water if too thick or a little flour if too thin.) Set batter aside. , In a 5-qt. Dutch oven, combine the broth, cornstarch and remaining sage and pepper; bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to a gentle boil. Drop batter by heaping teaspoonfuls onto broth, dipping spoon in broth to release dough. Gently boil, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until dumplings are no longer sticky. Stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 425mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

LIVER DUMPLINGS



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This was my dad's way of making sure we got our weekly dose of liver. It's one of those 'by guess and by golly' recipes that he never wrote down. Most of the time he added it to soup, but once in a while he ladled it over noodles and fried onions.

Provided by JEANIE BEAN

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Dumpling Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound raw liver
2 cups fresh bread crumbs
1 egg
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 dash salt, divided
ground black pepper to taste
2 quarts boiling beef broth

Steps:

  • Grind liver in a food processor until smooth. Blend in bread crumbs, egg, flour, salt and pepper. Using a wet spoon, drop spoonfuls into boiling broth. Simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 358.6 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1876.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN AND DUMPLING SOUP



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Another TOH favorite. This is time consuming but wonderful and sometimes it's nice to just slow down and stay inside! Notice that I have not included the cooling time for the chicken.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Chicken

Time 4h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 lbs roasting chickens, cut up
6 cups cold water
3 chicken bouillon cubes
6 peppercorns
3 whole cloves
10 3/4 ounces chicken broth
10 3/4 ounces cream of chicken soup
10 3/4 ounces cream of mushroom soup
1 cup celery, chopped
1 1/2 cups carrots, chopped
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 cup potato, chopped
1 small bay leaf
1 cup frozen peas
2 teaspoons salt, DIVIDED
2 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg, well beaten
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2/3 cup milk

Steps:

  • Place chicken, water, bouillon, peppercorns, and cloves in kettle and bring to a boil.
  • Later you must remove the cloves.
  • Reduce heat; simmer until chicken is tender (about 1 hour).
  • Cool chicken just slightly; cut into bite size pieces and set aside and look for the cloves.
  • Strain and skim the chicken broth.
  • Put the reserved chicken and strained broth in a large kettle; add cans of broth, chicken and mushroom soups, celery, carrots, onion, potatoes, bay leaf, peas, and one teaspoon of salt.
  • Put cover onto kettle; simmer soup on low heat for 2-3 hours, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, mix up dumplings by putting flour, one teaspoon salt, baking powder, and pepper together in a medium bowl.
  • Add egg, melted butter, and enough milk to make moist, stiff batter.
  • Drop by teaspoons into boiling liquid.
  • Cook, covered and without "peeking", for 18-20 minutes or until the dumplings are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.8, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 93.8, Sodium 1563.3, Carbohydrate 32.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 22.3

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a combination of pork and beef liver.
  • Soak the liver in milk for 30 minutes before cooking to remove any bitterness.
  • Be sure to finely chop the liver and onions before adding them to the soup.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Serve the soup hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Grandma Helen's Liver Dumpling Soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The liver dumplings are light and fluffy, and they add a delicious richness to the soup. This soup is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying soup, give Grandma Helen's Liver Dumpling Soup a try.

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