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Blueberry Germknödel with Lemon Sauce Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water

Special equipment needed:
- Steamer basket
- Large mixing bowl
- Small mixing bowl
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Rolling pin

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and yeast.

2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, egg, and salt.

3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until smooth.

5. Place the dough back in the mixing bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise for 1 hour.

6. In a saucepan, combine the blueberries, water, sugar, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens.

7. Remove from heat and stir in the melted butter.

8. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into 8 equal pieces.

9. Flatten each piece of dough and place a spoonful of the blueberry mixture in the center.

10. Pinch the edges of the dough together to seal the blueberry mixture inside.

11. Place the dumplings in a steamer basket and steam for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

12. In a small saucepan, melt the remaining butter and stir in the breadcrumbs.

13. Brush the dumplings with melted butter and roll them in the breadcrumb mixture.

14. In another saucepan, combine the sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat for 5-10 minutes until the mixture thickens.

15. Serve the dumplings with the lemon sauce.


Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Temperature:
Steamer basket: 212°F (100°C)
Saucepan: medium heat
Serving size:
8 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 350
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 51g
Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Blueberries: raspberries, blackberries, strawberries
- Milk: almond milk, soy milk
- Butter: margarine, coconut oil
- Lemon juice: lime juice, orange juice

Variations:
- Add a dollop of whipped cream on top of the dumplings.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream.
- Add chopped nuts to the breadcrumb mixture.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is well-kneaded to ensure a fluffy texture.
- Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor.
- Brush the dumplings with melted butter to prevent them from drying out.
- Steam the dumplings until they are cooked through but not overcooked.

Storage instructions:
Store leftover dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the dumplings in the microwave or steamer basket until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the dumplings on a plate with a drizzle of lemon sauce and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle with powdered sugar and fresh blueberries.

Pairings:
Serve with a hot cup of tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a green salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
- If the dough is too wet, add a little more flour.
- If the dumplings are falling apart, make sure the edges are well-sealed.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the dumplings are cooked through before serving.

Food history:
Germknödel is a traditional Austrian and German dumpling filled with fruit and served with a variety of sauces.

Flavor profiles:
Sweet, tangy, and buttery.

Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or a sweet breakfast dish.

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Region: Austrian

Taste: Sweet, Tangy, Fruity, Creamy, Fluffy