These homemade Spaetzle noodles are the ultimate comfort food, offering a soft, pillowy texture that pairs beautifully with rich sauces or simple butter. Made with just a few pantry staples 226;ÂÂunbleached flour, fresh eggs, a hint of nutmeg, and waterâÂÂthis recipe brings authentic German home-style cooking to your table. The batter is mixed until smooth and elastic, then pushed through a colander or special spaetzle press into boiling water. The result is tender, savory dumplings that are incredibly versatile. Serve them warm with browned butter and fresh herbs for a simple vegetarian main, or pair them with roasted vegetables and gravy for a hearty family dinner. Easy to make and deeply satisfying, these noodles are a timeless classic.
Spaetzle Noodles
Description
These homemade Spaetzle noodles are the ultimate comfort food, offering a soft, pillowy texture that pairs beautifully with rich sauces or simple butter. Made with just a few pantry staples&# 226;ÂÂunbleached flour, fresh eggs, a hint of nutmeg, and waterâÂÂthis recipe brings authentic German home-style cooking to your table. The batter is mixed until smooth and elastic, then pushed through a colander or special spaetzle press into boiling water. The result is tender, savory dumplings that are incredibly versatile. Serve them warm with browned butter and fresh herbs for a simple vegetarian main, or pair them with roasted vegetables and gravy for a hearty family dinner. Easy to make and deeply satisfying, these noodles are a timeless classic.Ingredients
Directions
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Sift flour, salt, and nutmeg together into a large mixing bowl.
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Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the beaten eggs and 1/4 cup of water.
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Beat the mixture with a wooden spoon, gradually adding more water until the batter is thick, elastic, and slightly sticky, resembling heavy cream.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
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Using a spaetzle maker, colander with medium holes, or a cutting board, press the batter through into the boiling water in small batches.
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Cook for 2 to 5 minutes, or until the noodles float to the surface.
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Remove the spaetzle with a slotted spoon or skimmer and drain on paper towels.
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Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
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Add the drained noodles to the skillet and toss gently until browned and coated in butter.
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Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 764.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14.1g22%
- Saturated Fat 8.0g40%
- Cholesterol 32.2mg11%
- Sodium 4975.1mg208%
- 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.