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No-Nonsense Matzo Balls

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Photo by Chelsie Craig, Food Styling by Kate Buckens

The perfect matzo ball doesn’t require seltzer, baking powder, egg whites, or even a light touch, and this recipe proves it. We like chicken schmaltz for the flavor and texture it gives (make sure to use the good stuff) and added in some dill and black pepper for extra flavor. This recipe makes 16 balls total and was developed to go with Matzo Ball Soup.

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