Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4.5 unit

potatoes

sliced

2 cup

flour

0.5 tsp

salt

0.63 tsp

baking powder

2.5 unit

eggs

0.33 cup

water

2.5 unit

onions

sliced

2 tbsp

butter

for cooking

2 cup

longhorn cheese

grated

Step 1
~3 min

Slice the potatoes into medium pieces.

Step 2
~3 min

Cook the sliced potatoes in salted water until tender.

Step 3
~3 min

In a separate bowl, mix together flour, salt, and baking powder.

Step 4
~3 min

Add eggs and water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms that is suitable for drop dumplings. Add water gradually until you have the right consistency.

Step 5
~3 min

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 6
~3 min

Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into the boiling water.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook the dumplings for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through.

Step 8
~3 min

While the potatoes and dumplings are cooking, slice the onions.

Step 9
~3 min

Sauté the sliced onions in butter until softened and lightly browned.

Step 10
~3 min

Grate the Longhorn or cheddar cheese.

Step 11
~3 min

Once the potatoes and dumplings are cooked, drain them well.

Step 12
~3 min

Gently mix the potatoes and dumplings together.

Step 13
~3 min

In a serving dish, create alternating layers of the potato and dumpling mixture and grated cheese.

Step 14
~3 min

Start and end with a layer of potatoes and dumplings.

Step 15
~3 min

Spread the sautéed onions and butter evenly over the top layer.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables like carrots or celery to the potatoes.

Use broth instead of water to cook the potatoes and dumplings for added flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The potatoes and dumplings can be cooked ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (onions and butter)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sausage
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany/Pennsylvania Dutch

Cultural Significance

A traditional comfort food dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family Gatherings
Holiday Meals

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering
Comfort Food Night

Popularity Score

60/100

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