Rolled Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   In a dutch oven, fill approximately half full (maybe a little more) with water.
2. 2
   Add potatoes, onions, butter flavored crisco (to taste) and salt and pepper (to taste).
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   This mixture should be starting to boil by the time the dumplings are added.
4. 4
   Dumplings: Mix together Flour, Eggs and Salt very well in large bowl.
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   After mixing, place dough on lightly floured surface.
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   Roll dough out very thin.
7. 7
   Melt 2 to 3 Tablespoons of Butter Flavored Crisco.
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   Brush Crisco lightly onto entire top of rolled out dough.
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   (Too much Crisco may make dumplings unroll while cooking) With long side of dough, start rolling up like you would cinnamon rolls.
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    You may have to use a butter knife to scrape up any dough that may stick to surface as you roll.
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    After dough is rolled up, cut in pieces (like cinnamon rolls) 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
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    By this time, the potatoes and onions should be boiling on stove.
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    Place dumplings carefully, a few at a time, into boiling water until all are in.
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    Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
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    Dough should be cooked through.
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    You may adjust recipe according to family size.
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    For instance, for every cup of flour, use 2 eggs and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.