Stewed Chicken And Dumplings
["2 large broiler-fryers chickens", "3 celery ribs, cut in pieces", "2 sprigs fresh parsley", "1 large carrot, peeled and cut in pieces", "1/2 onion, unsliced", "2 tsp. salt", "1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper"]
["Place chickens in a large kettle with enough water to cover. Cover with lid and bring to a boil.", "Skim off residue that rises to surface.", "Add remaining ingredients, reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes to an hour or until the meat is tender.", "(Simmer - do not boil.)", "Drop in dumplings and cook 15 minutes."]
["broiler-fryers", "celery", "parsley", "carrot", "onion", "salt", "freshly ground black pepper"]