German Bread Dumplings

Ingredients

• 4 cups (240g) stale bread, cubed 4 cups (240g) stale bread, cubed
• 1 cup (240ml) milk 1 cup (240ml) milk
• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 1/4 cup (15g) fresh parsley, finely chopped 1/4 cup (15g) fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons (8g) fresh chives, finely chopped 2 tablespoons (8g) fresh chives, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon (5g) salt 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) black pepper 1/2 teaspoon (2g) black pepper
• 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 5g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the stale bread cubes and milk. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the milk.
2. 2.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, parsley, chives, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
3. 3.
   Pour the egg mixture over the soaked bread and mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
4. 4.
   Gradually add the flour, mixing until the dough comes together and is no longer sticky.
5. 5.
   Shape the dough into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
6. 6.
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle simmer. Carefully drop the dumplings into the water and cook for about 15 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
7. 7.
   Remove the dumplings from the water using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate.
8. 8.
   In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cooked dumplings and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until they are lightly browned.
9. 9.
   Serve the German Bread Dumplings warm as a side dish with your favorite meat dish or soup.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Stale bread — It's important to use stale bread as it absorbs the liquid better. If you don't have stale bread, you can toast fresh bread cubes in the oven until they are slightly dry.
• Nutmeg — Freshly grated nutmeg provides the best flavor. If using pre-ground nutmeg, adjust the quantity to taste.

Tips & Tricks

• Make sure the bread cubes are evenly soaked in the milk to ensure a moist and tender texture.
• Use a gentle simmer when cooking the dumplings to prevent them from falling apart.
• For a richer flavor, you can substitute some of the milk with heavy cream.
• If you prefer a stronger herb flavor, you can increase the amount of parsley and chives.
• Leftover dumplings can be sliced and pan-fried for a delicious breakfast option.

Serving advice

Serve the German Bread Dumplings alongside a juicy roasted pork loin or a hearty beef stew. They also pair well with creamy mushroom sauce or a flavorful gravy.

Presentation advice

Arrange the German Bread Dumplings on a platter, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. The golden brown exterior of the dumplings will add visual appeal to your dish.