Plum Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   Wash plums and split open just enough to remove seeds.
2. 2
   Fill cavity of each plum with 1 tablespoon sugar.
3. 3
   Let stand while preparing dough.
4. 4
   Sift together flour and salt.
5. 5
   Add mashed potatoes and eggs.
6. 6
   Mix and knead to a soft dough.
7. 7
   Divide in 2 pieces.
8. 8
   Roll each on floured board slightly thicker than pie dough.
9. 9
   Cut with 3-inch round cookie cutter or floured glass. Place a plum in center of each and seal carefully.
10. 10
    Lower gently into boiling, salted water in 6-quart heavy pot.
11. 11
    When all dumplings are in, boil 20 minutes.
12. 12
    Stir occasionally.
13. 13
    When done, drain in a colander and rinse with cold water.
14. 14
    Drain.
15. 15
    Melt a little butter in a large skillet.
16. 16
    Add dumplings and brown slowly 5 to 10 minutes.
17. 17
    Serve with sprinkled bread crumbs over top.