Plain Dumplings Spatzen

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This recipe came from my grandmother, margaret h. it has been passed down in our family from our ancestors in sweden. i grew up thinking this was what everyone called dumplings." i usually put them in chicken soup instead of pouring hot fat over them!"!

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Steps

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Beat egg well , add salt and water or milk and stir this into the flour until a smooth batter is formed.

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Drop by spoonfuls into boiling , salted water and let cook 15 minutes.

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Drain in a colander.

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Pour hot fat or meat gravy over them and serve.

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Garnish with fried onions , cracker crumbs , or any desired dressing.

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Ingredients

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flour, salt, water, egg