Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Simmer carrots, celery, and onion in a large pot with one quart water until nearly done. Add remaining ingredients except dumplings and bring to a boil. Adjust liquids, as needed, to make a nice soup. Drop spoonfuls of dough into boiling soup and simmer, uncovered, for 8 minutes. Cover and simmer 8 minutes more. Split and lightly butter dumplings as you serve them. Serves 6.

Dumplings
Mix 1 cup flour, 11/4 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add 1 tablespoon oil and 1/2 cup milk. Stir until moistened. Drop by spoonfuls into gently boiling soup. Cook as directed above. Serve with butter. Makes 6 medium dumplings.