Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Mix flour, baking powder and salt in a medium size bowl.
2. 2
   Cut in the shortening or butter until there is small pieces in the flour mixture.
3. 3
   In a small bowl, beat milk and egg together.
4. 4
   Make a well in the center of the flour/shortening mixture and dump in milk/egg liquid.
5. 5
   Mix together until it is just together.
6. 6
   Do not over mix.
7. 7
   Have the stew or whatever you are putting them on, bubbling in a pot.
8. 8
   Add the dumplings by the spoonful over the top of the boiled mixture, Put the lid on and turn down heat under pot until it is simmering slowly.
9. 9
   Let cook for exactly 15 minutes.
10. 10
    DO NOT LIFT LID.