Burnt Sugar Dumplings Yum

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This recipe is by ruth berolzheimer, who was editor of the culinary arts institute enclyclopedia cookbook at the time my copy was printed. These dumplings are a real taste treat served along-side vanilla ice cream. *enjoy*

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Steps

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Sift flour , baking powder , sugar & salt together.

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Cut in the butter w / a pastry blender.

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Add the walnuts & stir in the milk all at once & set aside.

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Heat 1 / 2 cup sugar in a skillet till it melts to a golden brown syrup.

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Add butter , salt & remaining sugar.

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Stir to combine.

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Add hot water gradually & stir constantly.

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Heat to boiling & cook till the sugar is dissolved , stirring freq.

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Drop dumpling mixture by tablespoons into the gently boiling caramel sauce.

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Reduce heat , cover tightly & simmer the dumplings gently for 12-15 min w / o removing the lid.

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Serve dumplings immediately w / caramel sauce.

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Ingredients

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flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, butter, walnuts, milk, hot water