Ingredients and Weight:
- Potatoes: 500 grams
- All-purpose flour: 250 grams
- Butter: 50 grams
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Cheddar cheese: 100 grams (optional)
- Fresh herbs (such as basil or rosemary): 1 tablespoon (optional)
Preparation Time: 45 minutes (includes preparation and cooking time)
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Peel and grate the potatoes.
- Boil the grated potatoes in salted water until tender.
- Squeeze out excess water from the cooked potatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, flour, butter, and salt. Mix well to form a dough.
- Add the optional chedda cheese and herbs and mix well.
- Roll out the dough onto a floured surface to make thin dumplings.
- Steam the dumplings over boiling water for about 15 minutes or until cooked through.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 300 calories per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Fat: 12 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- A traditional American-style dumpling dish with a creamy and flavorful potato filling.
- The dish has a crispy exterior and a soft, creamy interior, making it a great side dish or snack.
- The addition of cheese and herbs enhances the flavor and makes it suitable for American taste buds.
User Comments:
- "These dumplings were delicious! The potato filling was creamy and flavorful, and the dumplings were cooked to perfection."
- "I loved the addition of cheese and herbs in the dumplings, it gave them a unique flavor that I really enjoyed."
- "This dish was a hit with my family! The dumplings were easy to make and were a great side dish for our meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh potatoes for best results.
- When boiling the potatoes, make sure to cook them until they are tender but not too soft.
- When mixing the dough, add the flour gradually to avoid making it too sticky or dry.
- Use a steamer or a steamer basket in a pot to steam the dumplings for even cooking.
