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Plum Dumplings with Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 large plums, pitted
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Slotted spoon
- Rolling pin
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Baking sheet
- Ice cream scoop

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Boil a large pot of water and add the plums. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Remove with a slotted spoon and let cool.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, egg, flour, breadcrumbs, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.

3. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a large rectangle. Cut into 4 equal pieces.

4. Place a cooled plum in the center of each piece of dough. Fold the dough around the plum and pinch the edges to seal.

5. Bring the pot of water back to a boil and add the dumplings. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the dumplings float to the surface.

6. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the powdered sugar and stir until combined.

7. Remove the dumplings from the water with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet. Drizzle the butter mixture over the dumplings.

8. Serve each dumpling with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Boiling water
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 650
Fat: 32g
Carbohydrates: 84g
Protein: 8g
Sodium: 640mg
Sugar: 34g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Plums can be substituted with peaches or apricots.
- Mashed potatoes can be substituted with sweet potatoes or pumpkin puree.
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
- Vanilla ice cream can be substituted with any flavor of ice cream.

Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or raisins to the dough for extra texture.
- Serve with a drizzle of honey or caramel sauce.
- Top with whipped cream or fresh berries.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the plums are fully cooled before wrapping them in the dough to prevent the dough from becoming too sticky.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the dumplings from the water to prevent them from falling apart.
- Dust the dough with flour as needed to prevent sticking.

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

Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the dumplings in a microwave-safe dish and heat for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until warm.

Presentation ideas:
Arrange the dumplings on a plate and drizzle with the butter mixture. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and garnish with a sprig of mint.

Garnishes:
Mint leaves, chopped nuts, whipped cream, caramel sauce, honey, or fresh berries.

Pairings:
Serve with a glass of white wine or sparkling cider.

Suggested side dishes:
Roasted vegetables, green salad, or garlic bread.

Troubleshooting advice:
If the dough is too sticky, add more flour. If the dumplings fall apart in the water, try wrapping them more tightly or adding more flour to the dough.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the plums are fully cooked before eating to prevent foodborne illness.

Food history:
Plum dumplings are a traditional dish in Eastern European cuisine, especially in Hungary and Austria.

Flavor profiles:
Sweet, tart, buttery, and creamy.

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

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