Some recipes don’t need fancy ingredients or complicated steps—they just need tradition. This is one of those dishes. My uncle has been making this buttery potato dumpling dinner for years, and every time, it delivers the same thing: soft, pillowy bites coated in rich melted butter that feel like pure comfort.
It’s cheap, filling, and made with just four simple ingredients you probably already have at home. But don’t let the simplicity fool you—this dish is the definition of cozy, satisfying food.
🛒 Ingredients (Only 4!)
Here’s all you need:
-
2 cups mashed potatoes (cooled)
Tip: Leftover mashed potatoes work perfectly -
1 cup all-purpose flour
Add more if needed for dough consistency - 1 egg
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted, plus extra for serving)
👩🍳 How to Make Buttery Potato Dumplings
This recipe is simple, rustic, and incredibly satisfying.
1. Make the Dough
In a large bowl, mix:
- Mashed potatoes
- Egg
- Flour
Stir until a soft dough forms. It should be slightly sticky but manageable.
2. Shape the Dumplings
Lightly flour your hands and roll the dough into small balls or oval shapes.
They don’t need to be perfect—rustic is part of the charm!
3. Boil the Dumplings
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