Bavarian Speckknödel with Vegetable Broth

Method

1. In a bowl, mix bread crumbs, egg, and milk. Knead until smooth. Let rest for 30 minutes.
2. In a pan, cook the bacon until crispy. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened.
3. Stir in vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 30 minutes.
4. While the broth simmers, shape the dough into large dumplings. Boil in salted water until they float.
5. Serve the dumplings in the soup.