Old Timey Chicken “N’ Dumplings

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the chicken up into quarters and place in a pot and cover with water.

2. 2

   Simmer the chicken until tender.

3. 3

   When the chicken is tender, add the salt and black pepper to taste.

4. 4

   You can leave the bones in or take the meat off the bone; it’s entirely up to you.

5. 5

   Sift together the flour, baking powder, and the salt.

6. 6

   Cut in the lard or shortening and mix in the egg and milk.

7. 7

   Drop the dumplings by spoonfuls into the pot of chicken and broth and cook for 15 minutes or until the dumplings are done.