Janice Browning'S Chicken And Dumplings - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 chicken, boiled until done and deboned
2 c. flour
1 egg
3/4 c. milk
1/2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. salt
3 Tbsp. shortening

Preparation

Boil chicken in water until done; debone chicken and return to broth.
Bring to a boil.
Prepare dumplings by mixing together the flour, egg, milk, baking powder, salt and shortening.
Knead thoroughly and roll out on a floured board.
Slice and place in boiling chicken broth.
Salt and pepper broth to taste.
Cook slowly, uncovered, for 10 minutes and covered for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.