Jerry's German Dumplings

Step 1 -In a Dutch oven, add the potatoes and enough of the extra water to just cover them.

Step 2 -Place the Dutch oven on the stovetop and bring the water to a boil.

Step 3 -Reduce the heat to low and simmer the potatoes, uncovered, until they are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 4 -Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a large bowl.

Step 5 -Add the flour, the eggs, 2/3 cup of the breadcrumbs, the salt, and the nutmeg to the potatoes and mash to combine.

Step 6 -Shape the potato mixture into 16 (2-inch) balls.

Step 7 -In a clean Dutch oven over high heat, add 12 cups of the remaining water and bring it to a boil.

Step 8 -Carefully add the potato balls to the boiling water.

Step 9 -Reduce the heat to low and simmer the potato balls, uncovered, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 7-9 minutes.

Step 10 -While the dumplings cook, in a small, heavy saucepan over medium heat, add the butter and the onions and cook, while stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and reaches a rich golden-brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 11 -Transfer the browned butter mixture from the heat.

Step 12 -Add the remaining toasted breadcrumbs to the browned butter mixture and stir to combine.

Step 13 -Drizzle the dumplings evenly with the browned butter sauce.

Step 14 -Top with the basil and serve.