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bread dumplings (semmelknodel)

Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

From THE BEST OF GERMAN COOKING, by Edda Meyer-Berkhout.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For bread dumplings (semmelknodel)

  • 1/2 lb
    stale white bread
  • 1 c
    milk, warmed
  • 1 Tbsp
    cooking oil
  • 1 md
    onion, chopped
  • 3
    eggs
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    white pepper
  • 1/8 tsp
    nutmeg
  • 3 Tbsp
    fresh parsley, chopped

How To Make bread dumplings (semmelknodel)

  • 1
    Break bread into small pieces; place in a medium bowl and pour milk over.
  • 2
    Saute onion in oil till brown.
  • 3
    Combine bread, onion and remaining ingredients; blend well. Mixture should be stiff -- add more milk or bread to adjust consistency.
  • 4
    Working with floured hands, form mixture into a roll about 2-1/2 inches wide.
  • 5
    Cut roll into 8 pieces and form each into a dumpling.
  • 6
    Boil dumplings in water, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Do not cover. Simmer over low heat about 15 minutes; dumplings are done when they float.

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