Best 6 Old Fashioned Potato Dumplings Recipes

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Potato dumplings, a staple in many cultures, are known for their comforting texture and versatility. These dumplings, often made with mashed potatoes, flour, and seasonings, can be boiled, steamed, or fried, making them a perfect addition to stews, soups, and main courses. Their humble origins and simple ingredients belie their delicious flavor and satisfying texture, which have made them a beloved dish across generations. Whether you're looking for a hearty addition to your weeknight meal or a nostalgic taste of home cooking, old-fashioned potato dumplings are a culinary journey waiting to be embarked upon.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S POTATO DUMPLINGS



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Don't be surprised if you make too many mashed potatoes on purpose. Day-old rolls and leftover spuds are scrumptious the second time around, turned into buttery potato dumplings. -Wendy Stenman, Germantown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 day-old hard rolls
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 cup leftover mashed potatoes
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Dash ground nutmeg
1 to 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup butter, cubed

Steps:

  • Tear rolls into 1/2-in. pieces; place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with water and squeeze dry., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add torn rolls; cook and stir until lightly toasted, 1-2 minutes., In a small bowl, combine potatoes, egg, nutmeg and bread. Add enough flour to achieve a shaping consistency. With floured hands, shape mixture into 3-in. balls., Fill a Dutch oven two-thirds full with water; bring to a boil. Carefully add dumplings. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until a toothpick inserted in center of dumplings comes out clean, 8-10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Heat until golden brown, 4-6 minutes. , Serve warm dumplings with butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GRATED POTATO DUMPLINGS



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This is an old family recipe that I have never found in any book. They're great served with meat gravy or cooked sliced onions in melted butter.

Provided by Maureen

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 large potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot of water to boiling.
  • Peel potatoes, and keep submerged in cold water to prevent browning. Grate potatoes, by hand or with a food processor, into a large bowl. Drain any excess water. Stir in flour and salt. With a teaspoon, form a test dumpling. If it doesn't hold together, Stir in more flour.
  • Form dumplings with a teaspoon, and gently drop into boiling water. Allow dumplings to float freely. Gently stir with wooden spoon so dumplings don't stick together. Reduce heat to slow boil. Boil for 40 minutes.
  • Drain in colander. Rinse with hot water. Serve with gravy or melted butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.9 calories, Carbohydrate 88.3 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 604.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

OLD FASHIONED POTATO DUMPLINGS



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Potato Dumplings recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Duckie067

Categories     Potato

Time 27m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 potatoes, finely minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons shortening, melted
1 teaspoon nutmeg
4 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together to form a soft dough.
  • Drop by tablespoon full into a slightly salted boiling water.
  • Cover and boil until light and fluffy (approximately 12 minutes).
  • Do not lift lid or they will fall and turn out doughy.

POTATO DUMPLINGS



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Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings (20 dumplings)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 tablespoons salted butter
3 sprigs thyme, leaves removed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, sliced thinly
Kosher salt
1 cup leftover mashed potatoes
1/2 cup shredded white Cheddar
1/4 cup sour cream
20 wonton wrappers
1/2 cup white wine
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thyme, garlic and onion. Cook, stirring, until the onions are golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil.
  • Add the potatoes, cheese and sour cream to a small bowl and mix, then set aside.
  • Working one at a time, lay out a wonton wrapper and use your finger to dampen the edge of the wrapper with water. Place 1 tablespoon of the potato mix in the center of the wrapper. Fold into a triangle, sealing the edges and pushing out as much air as possible. Set aside and repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
  • Drop the dumplings into the salted water and cook until they rise to the surface, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and add to the skillet with the onions. Cook until the dumplings are golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Deglaze with the white wine, allowing it to boil and reduce, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley and remaining 5 tablespoons butter. Continue to stir until the butter is melted and you have a glossy sauce. Serve immediately garnished with more parsley.

POTATOE SOUP WITH OLD FASHIONED DUMPLINGS RECIPE



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Provided by Cathysr

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 14 oz. cans of chicken broth OR 3/5 cups chicken stock
1 1.8 oz envelope of White Sauce Mix
4 Large chopped potatoes
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup diced ham or canadian bacon
1 12 oz. can evaporated milk
old fashioned dumplings 1/4 cup snipped parsley

Steps:

  • Mix broth and white sause mix until smooth in dutch oven Stir in Potato, onion, ham, milk. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Drop rounded teaspoon fulls onto hot soup. Return to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are cooked and fork inserted into dumpling comes out clean. Old fashioned dumplings stir together: 1.5 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Make a well in center of flour mixture In a small bowl lightly beat 1 egg, 1/2 cup milk and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add mixture to flour mixture. Stir with fork until flour is moistened.

POTATO SOUP WITH OLD-FASHIONED DUMPLINGS



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Make and share this Potato Soup With Old-Fashioned Dumplings recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Potato

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (14 ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 (1 7/8 ounce) package white sauce mix
4 cups chopped potatoes
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup diced cooked ham or 1 cup Canadian bacon
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon white pepper or 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a 4-quart Dutch oven, gradually stir broth into white sauce mix until smooth.
  • Stir in potato, onion, ham, evaporated milk, and pepper.
  • Bring to boiling, decrease heat.
  • Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally; taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Dumplings-in a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Make a well in the center of the flour mixture.
  • In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg with a fork; stir in the milk and vegetable oil.
  • Add egg mixture to flour mixture; stir with a fork until flour mixture is moistened.
  • Using rounded teaspoonfuls, drop dumping dough onto hot soup.
  • Return to boiling, decrease heat.
  • Simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender and a toothpick inserted into a dumpling comes out clean.
  • If desired, sprinkle with fresh snipped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 71.4, Sodium 300.2, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.2, Protein 19.8

Tips:

  • Use a russet potato for the best results. Russet potatoes are high in starch, which will help the dumplings hold their shape.
  • Be careful not to overcook the potatoes. Overcooked potatoes will be mushy and will not hold their shape.
  • Do not add too much flour to the dumplings. Too much flour will make the dumplings tough.
  • Be sure to let the dumplings rest for at least 15 minutes before cooking. This will help them to set and hold their shape.
  • You can cook the dumplings in boiling water, broth, or even milk. The cooking time will vary depending on the method you choose.
  • Serve the dumplings with your favorite sauce or gravy.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned potato dumplings are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like them plain or with gravy, these dumplings are sure to be a hit.

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