Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Beat eggs and egg yolks; mix in milk and add salt.
2. 2
   Add flour a little at a time to thicken.
3. 3
   Mix in enough flour to make it the consistency of very thick pudding.
4. 4
   Let rest for 15 minutes, covered.
5. 5
   Boil a big pot of salted water.
6. 6
   Drop teaspoonfuls into boiling water.
7. 7
   When they come to the top, let boil 1 to 2 minutes longer.
8. 8
   Do not overcrowd.
9. 9
   Do this in separate batches.
10. 10
    Strain dumplings; toss with butter.
11. 11
    This recipe yields a lot.
12. 12
    Can be reduced by half.