Egg Recipe

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Servings: 4 cups Difficulty: Intermediate
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Traditional German spaetzle noodles with a golden butter finish
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This classic German comfort food features soft, pillowy spaetzle noodles made from a simple dough of flour, eggs, and nutmeg. The subtle spice adds warmth, while the browned butter coating provides a rich, nutty aroma that defines this dish. Perfect as a hearty side for sausages or a satisfying vegetarian main on its own. It’s quick to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and delivers authentic home-style flavor that feels both rustic and elegant. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings where traditional dishes shine.

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Egg Recipe

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 cups Calories: 764.7

Description

This classic German comfort food features soft, pillowy spaetzle noodles made from a simple dough of flour, eggs, and nutmeg. The subtle spice adds warmth, while the browned butter coating provides a rich, nutty aroma that defines this dish. Perfect as a hearty side for sausages or a satisfying vegetarian main on its own. It&# 226;ÂÂs quick to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and delivers authentic home-style flavor that feels both rustic and elegant. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings where traditional dishes shine.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Sift flour, salt and nutmeg together in a bowl.
  2. Pour eggs and 1/4 cup water into middle of flour mixture, beat with a wooden spoon.
  3. Add enough water to make the dough slightly sticky, yet keeping it elastic and stiff.
  4. Using a spaetzle machine or a colander with medium holes, press the noodles into a large pot full of boiling salted water.
  5. Cook noodles in the water about 5 minutes or until they rise to the surface.
  6. Lift noodles out and drain on paper towels.
  7. Brown noodles in melted butter over low heat

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 764.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.1g22%
Saturated Fat 8.0g40%
Cholesterol 32.2mg11%
Sodium 100.1mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 137.0g46%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 18.2g37%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: spaetzle, german, noodles, eggs, flour, butter, nutmeg, comfort food, vegetarian, side dish, boiled, homemade, traditional, dough, easy, quick, family dinner, classic, carbohydrate, warm
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