Homemade Chicken 'N Dumplings

1 4 lb. whole chicken

Cook chicken in 3 quarts water till tender. Save water. Cool and pick meat off bone. Set aside.

Add to water above: add 4 Tbls. flour and mix well to thicken. Bring to boil when ready to make dumplings.

In mixing bowl: mix together 2 cups self-rising flour, 2 Tbls. shortening, 1 tsp. salt, 1 cup buttermilk and 1 egg. Mix till thick. Roll out onto flat floured surface and cut into small strips. Drop into boiling broth and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Add chicken.

Enjoy!