Tomatoes and Dumplings
Discover the comforting charm of "Tomatoes and Dumplings," a hearty, one-pot recipe that marries rich, tangy tomato flavors with soft, pillowy dumplings. This quick and easy dish combines pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and vegetable broth, seasoned with a touch of sugar and dried basil for a balanced, homestyle taste. The fluffy dumplings, made from scratch with a simple flour and butter mixture, are gently simmered to perfection in the vibrant tomato base. Ready in just 35 minutes, this rustic recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve it warm and let every bite transport you to a world of savory, nostalgic comfort. Keywords: tomatoes and dumplings recipe, easy one-pot meal, comforting family dinner, quick homemade dumplings, tomato-based dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup milk
Instructions
In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and vegetable broth.
Stir in the sugar, salt, pepper, and dried basil. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
While the tomato mixture simmers, prepare the dumpling batter. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
Cut the chilled butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually stir in the milk until a sticky dough forms. Do not overmix.
Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the simmering tomato mixture, spacing them slightly apart to allow for expansion.
Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 12–15 minutes on low heat, or until they are puffed up and cooked through. Avoid lifting the lid during this time.
Gently stir the tomato mixture around the dumplings to ensure even cooking.
Remove from heat and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, garnished with additional basil or black pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.4 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1353 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 847 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
