Pie-Dough Dumplings

Sift flour, baking powder and 3/4 teaspoon salt into a large bowl.

Using your fingers, work the butter into the dry ingredients, then add enough milk to make a stiff batter.

Turn the dough out onto a heavily floured board and roll to 1/2 inch thick. Cut into 2 inch squares.

Bring the water to a boil, add 2 teaspoons salt and drop in dumplings.

Lower the heat and cook the dumplings at a low boil, covered, for 20 to 25 minutes.