Chicken Dumplings

Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 c. flour
- 3 Tbsp. shortening
- 5 Tbsp. water
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 to 2 tsp. tarragon

Directions:
- Mix well. Roll out thin on floured surface.
- Let dry at least 10 minutes or pinch off to your liking.
- Put into a pot of boiling chicken broth and 1/2 stick butter.
- Boil 10 minutes.
- Make a roux from 1/2 stick butter and 1/4 cup flour.
- Be sure it is good and smooth before putting into broth.
- You can add chicken before thickening if you wish; it isn't a must.