Elderberry Soup with Dumplings

For the dumplings: Whisk the egg until frothy. Stir together milk, salt, lemon zest and sugar in a pot. Bring to a boil while stirring and sprinkle in the semolina. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, then remove from the heat and mix the beaten egg into the mixture. Transfer to a bowl and allow to cool in the refrigerator.

For the soup: Rinse the berries, strip from the stems and put in another pot.

Add 1 liter (approximately 1 quart) of water and cook for about 45 minutes or until soft.

Then strain the berry mixture through a fine sieve into a pot.

Add lemon zest, cinnamon and sugar to the pot, the mix cornstarch with a little water and add to the pot. Bring to a boil.

Rinse apples and cut into quarters, remove core and cut into slices. Add to the soup and heat through.