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Potato dumpling is a type of simple, unleavened bread that consists of just a few ingredients and is usually baked on the stovetop. It is very popular in Scotland and Northern Ireland and is also known in these countries as tattie dumpling or potato farl. For many people in these countries, the potato dumpling is considered an essential part of a home-cooked breakfast. Since these buns allow cooks to use up leftover potatoes, they are a very economical form of bread.
Potato dumplings are often served with fried eggs.
Typically, a potato dumpling is made up of just a few ingredients. Most recipes call for chilled mashed potatoes, softened or melted butter, and a small amount of flour. Garnishes and seasonings such as pepper or mace are sometimes added to slightly alter the flavor of the traditional potato dumpling recipe. These ingredients are mixed together to form a soft dough, which is rolled out into a flat circle and then cut into four slices. The slices are usually cooked in a pan or skillet, although some variations on the typical dumpling recipe require cooking in the oven.
Potato scones are very popular in Scotland and Northern Ireland. In these countries, this type of dumpling may also be referred to as a tattie dumpling or potato farl. The name tattie scone derives from the word tattie, which is a slang term for potato that can be heard in various parts of the UK. Farl is believed to be a word of Scottish Gaelic origin. While farl can be used for any more or less triangular baked goods, it is most often applied to potato dumpling.
For many people in the UK, particularly in Northern Ireland and Scotland, the potato dumpling is considered an essential part of a home-cooked breakfast. It is often served alongside fried eggs, bacon, and sausage. These items can be stacked between two potato rolls to create a breakfast sandwich. For a simpler flavor, many people like potato scones with just a little butter on top.
Making a batch of potato scones is a great way to use up leftover potatoes from a previous meal. Plus, aside from leftover potatoes, few ingredients are needed to make these scones. For the home cook, they are therefore a very economical form of bread.