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In a large pot, melt the butter. Toss in the onions, celery, and carrots. Stir and cook until softened. Add the garlic and mix for about 30 seconds.
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Pour in the broth, followed by the chicken, parsley, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Once it starts bubbling, lower the heat as you get the dumplings ready.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the baking powder, flour, and fine salt. Shred in the cold butter and use your hands to gently mix until everything’s coated.
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Slowly add the milk, stirring as you go, until it comes together into dough. Lightly knead if needed but don’t overwork it.
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Drop little pieces of dough into the simmering soup. Cover and let them cook for 15-20 minutes until they pop up to the surface.
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Mix cold water with the cornstarch till smooth. Stir this mix into the soup until it’s as thick as you like.