A Mean Matzo Ball

Directions

1. 1
   For homemade stock, I recommend no more than the amount of vegetables listed so as to not overpower the nice chicken.
2. 2
   Boil until chicken is done.
3. 3
   Remove vegetables, retaining carrot.
4. 4
   Chill stock (I use tall jars) and skim fat(schmaltz).
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   Drop 2 heaping T schmaltz into a quart bowl to which is added the egg yolks, matzo meal, salt and pepper.
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   Mix until consistent.
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   Beat the egg whites until frothy and gently fold into matzo meal mixture.
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   Add enough stock to arrive at the desired consistency, something like cornbread batter or thin cream of wheat.
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   Chill for at least 20 minutes.
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    During this time you can re-heat the stock with how ever much chicken you choose, skinned and cleaned from the bone.
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    To this I add various different brands of bullion cubes and/or granules to taste.
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    Once chilled, the matzo ball mixture should be stiff, something like cold mashed potatoes.
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    Gently form balls and drop into hot soup.
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    I use my small ice cream or cookie scoop to make balls about the size of a golf ball.
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    They will expand a bit during cooking.
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    Do so for about 20 minutes at a smart simmer, turning once.
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    Chop and add the carrot for a little color.
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    Finally, stand back while everyone fights over it.