Savory German Dumpling Soup
A hearty and comforting German soup made with rich and savory flavors, filled with fluffy dumplings and tender polish sausage. This dish is sure to become a favorite on a chilly day.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound polish sausagepreferably knockwurst or kielbasa
- ●2 tablespoons xtra-virgin olive oilfor browning sausage
- ●1 medium rich onionchopped
- ●2 medium rich carrotschopped
- ●2 medium rich potatoeschopped
- ●1 cup cheesegrated, preferably cheddar or a german cheese
Instructions
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1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
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2. Add the sliced sausage to the pot and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
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3. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and potatoes to the pot and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
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4. Add 4 cups of beef broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
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5. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the soup for 20 minutes.
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6. While the soup is cooking, prepare the dumplings.
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7. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/4 cup of grated cheese.
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8. Add 1/2 cup of milk and 1 large egg to the bowl and mix until a dough forms.
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9. Drop the dough by spoonfuls onto the surface of the simmering soup.
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10. Cover the pot and cook the dumplings for 10-15 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
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11. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
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12. Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional grated cheese if desired.