Lazy Dumplings (Kluski Leniwe)Beginner
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Lazy Dumplings (Kluski Leniwe)

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Kluski leniwe are soft Polish dumplings made from farmer's cheese eggs and flour. Dough is gently mixed so dumplings stay light and tender after cooking. They are cooked briefly in salted water and served immediately while fluffy. Most commonly they are finished with butter and breadcrumbs or served sweet.

By Karel R.
Total25 mins
Prep15 mins
Cook10 mins
Servings2
DifficultyBeginner

Preparation

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  1. Place farmer's cheese in a bowl and mash thoroughly with a fork until smooth. Removing lumps ensures even texture.

  2. Add egg and salt to cheese. Mix gently until combined.

  3. Add flour gradually and mix lightly until soft dough forms. Do not knead heavily or dumplings will be dense.

  4. Divide dough into portions and roll each portion into a long rope. Flatten ropes slightly and cut diagonally into small pieces.

  5. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Drop dumplings in batches into water

  6. Cook dumplings until they float to the surface then cook for about 1 minute more. Short cooking keeps them tender.

  7. Remove dumplings with a slotted spoon. Mix sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle over dumplings. Serve immediately. ENJOY!

Cook’s note

Dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
Too much flour makes dumplings heavy.
Cook in gently boiling water not rapid boil.
Best served right after cooking.

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