Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour with baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening until mixture is as fine as cornmeal.
3. 3
   Add liquid and mix very lightly until a soft dough is formed.
4. 4
   Drop from teaspoon on boiling meat stew.
5. 5
   Cover very tightly and cook without removing cover 12 minutes.
6. 6
   Serves 6.
7. 7
   Keep covered while cooking to prevent sogginess.
8. 8
   Richer dumplings may be made by using 1 beaten egg and 1/4 cup milk, instead of 1/2 cup milk.