Grandma'S Old World German Chicken Soup & Dumplings

1. 1

   Slice hard rolls thinly and place in a large bowl; set aside to dry overnight.

2. 2

   Add the water to the chicken, season to taste and cook slowly for several hours.

3. 3

   An hour or so before serving time, make soup balls as follows:

4. 4

   Soak bread in warm milk. Bread should be moist, but not soggy.

5. 5

   If using, fry onion and bacon in butter until onion is tender (If not using skip to step 7).

6. 6

   Stir onion and bacon into moist bread.

7. 7

   Add parsley flakes, eggs, salt and pepper to bread.

8. 8

   Stir to combine all ingredients.

9. 9

   Shape into large dumplings.

10. 10

    Drop into boiling soup.

11. 11

    Simmer uncovered, for 20 minutes, or until dumplings rise to surface.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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