Fannie'S Dumplins

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry ingredients and shortening until it reaches the texture of cornmeal.
2. 2
   Make a well in flour; break egg into this and add milk.
3. 3
   Beat in center with beater, then work all flour into liquid with spatula until stiff.
4. 4
   Roll paper thin using lots of flour on board.
5. 5
   Cut into small pieces and drop into boiling broth.
6. 6
   Stir on top only.
7. 7
   Cook 20 minutes.
8. 8
   Test doneness.