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Peel the potatoes and boil them in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
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While the potatoes are cooling, melt the butter in a small saucepan and add the chopped chives. Set aside.
03 -
Mash the potatoes until smooth and let them cool completely.
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In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until a soft dough forms.
05 -
Divide the dough into equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
06 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully drop the dumplings into the water and cook for about 15 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
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Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and drain. Serve warm, drizzled with the chive butter.