Basic flour dumplings are simmered in a simple blueberry syrup for a quick, easy dessert.
INGREDIENTS (for 8 servings):
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons lard
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 pint blueberries
PREPARATION:
In a medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt. Rub in lard with fingers. Stir in milk to make a soft dough.
In a deep skillet, boil water. Reduce heat to a simmer and stir in sugar until dissolved. Stir in blueberries. Drop dough by rounded spoonfuls into simmering blueberry syrup. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Serve.