Tender Polish potato dumplings with lightly ridged edges, served with nutty browned butter, sage, and crisp toasted breadcrumbs. A simple, comforting main dish built from pantry staples.
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Dry potatoes create a soft, cohesive dough with enough structure to hold its shape, while a brief simmer keeps the dumplings delicate. Browned butter, sage, and breadcrumbs add contrasting nuttiness and crunch without overwhelming the potato.
Refrigerate cooked kopytka in an airtight container for up to 3 days, tossing them with a little oil to prevent sticking. Uncooked shaped dumplings can be frozen on a floured tray, then transferred to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
Reheat refrigerated dumplings in a skillet with a splash of water and a little butter over medium-low heat until steaming hot, about 5 minutes. Cook frozen dumplings directly in simmering water without thawing, adding 1 to 2 minutes to the cooking time.
Tender Polish potato dumplings with their signature thumbprint centers, served with a savory caramelized onion and mushroom sauce. The dumplings are soft, springy, and ideal for catching every drop of sauce.
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