Fluffy Dumplings Mom

2 c sifted all-purpose flour
3 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1/4 c shortening
1 c milk

Sift flour, baking powder and salt together into a bowl.
Cut in shortening with pastry blender or fork, until mixture, resembles coarse cornmeal or crumbs.

Lightly mix in milk with fork to make a soft dough; stir as little as possible.

Drop tablespoonfuls of dough on top of chicken pieces or meat and vegetables in stew. Simmer 10 minutes uncovered; then cover tightly and simmer 10 minutes longer. Makes about 12 dumplings.

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