Sweet Potato Country Dumplings: Easy Comfort Food Delight
Sweet potatoes create a delightful twist on traditional dumplings, making this dish a comforting favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, flour, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Knead the mixture until smooth and form it into small balls.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and drop the dumplings in.
- Cook until they float to the surface, then allow them to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Drain the dumplings and toss in melted butter before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like nutmeg or cinnamon.
- Serve with a side of your favorite sauce or gravy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Sweet Potato Dumplings, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe