My Mom's Chicken and Dumplin's

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   Stew hen (can use chicken but the broth won't be as good and rich), add with enough water to cover the hen,adding water as needed, till tender in a stock pot or large dutch oven.

2. 2

   Remove hen to cool and debone the meat, reserve the broth for cooking the dumpling dough.

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   In a mixing bowl, mix flour, salt, egg and 1 cup broth to form a stiff dough, adding more flour as needed.

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   Divide dough into 2 balls.

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   Roll out one ball on a well floured surface, VERY THIN.

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   Cut into strips, then into smaller strips.

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   Repeast with other ball of dough.

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   Allow the strips to sit and dry while you bring the broth to a rolling boil.

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   Drop strips, a few at a time, stirring gently to keep them from sticking together.

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    After all the strips have been added, reduce heat to a simmer.

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    Add deboned hen meat.

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    Salt and Pepper as desired.

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    Serve with green beans and steamed carrots, and hot rolls or cornbread.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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