On Wed 09 Jul 2008 10:14:57p, Nexis told us...

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> "Ken" > wrote in message
> ...
>>A family dumpling recipe goes:
>>
>> 3/4 C flour
>> 1 egg
>> 1 1/2 tsp oil
>> 1/4 C milk
>> 1 tsp salt
>> Garlic powder if you like it. (my addition)
>>
>> Mix and spoon in small portions into boiling water. Cover (watch out -
it
>> boils over! try to leave a big gap between lid and pot). Simmer 15
>> minutes.
>>
>> Problem is, these come out somewhat chewy sometimes. Anyone know
anything
>> I could change to make them a little bit lighter and airier?
>>
>> TIA.
>>
>> Ken
>>
>
> Easy enough...add a little baking powder with the flour.
>
> kimberly

Yep, probably a scant teaspoon. You could also substitute buttermilk for
the milk (you might need a bit more of buttermilk), and about 1/2 teaspoon
of baking soda.

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