Original Kumla Recipe from Mom
These are round potato dumplings. Each one has a piece of bacon in the middle. They cook slowly in ham soup.
This is a hearty meal. it is good for cold days. Serve the dumplings with the broth and pieces of ham.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 3, 2026Share
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These are round potato dumplings. Each one has a piece of bacon in the middle. They cook slowly in ham soup.
This is a hearty meal. it is good for cold days. Serve the dumplings with the broth and pieces of ham.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 9
1 (5 pound) unsmoked bone-in ham
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and shredded
4 cups all-purpose flour
1.5 cups stone ground whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch square pieces
1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Put the ham in a large pot with 16 to 20 cups of water. Boil the water and then simmer the ham for 2 hours. Take the ham out and skim the foam off the top. Add 1 teaspoon of salt if you want.
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Put peeled and shredded potatoes in a big bowl. Use wet hands to mix in all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir until you have a sticky dough.
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Bring the ham soup to a boil. Use wet hands to take 2/3 cup of dough. Put a piece of bacon in the center. Roll it into a ball about 2.5 inches wide. Slide the ball into the broth near the side of the pot. Do this for all the dough.
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Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes. Gently lift any dumplings stuck to the bottom. Cover the pot again and simmer for 1 hour. The dumplings will float.
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Use a slotted spoon to put the dumplings in a bowl. Add salt and pepper before you eat.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 25
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 378 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 11g
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Saturated Fat 4g
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Cholesterol 85mg
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Sodium 296mg
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Total Carbohydrate 37g
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Dietary Fiber 3g
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Protein 31g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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