Spaetzle

Spaetzle
Yield
6servings
Yield
6servings
Spaetzle
Yield
6servings
Yield
6servings
Ingredients
For the Batter:
  • 1cup flour
  • 1teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/2teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2large egg
  • 1/4cup milk
To Finish the Spaetzle:
  • 3tablespoons butter
  • 2tablespoons chivesminced
Yield:
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  2. In another mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together.
  3. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the egg-milk mixture.
  4. Gradually draw in the flour from the sides and combine well; the dough should be smooth and thick.
  5. Let the dough rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  6. Bring 3 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot, then reduce to a simmer.
  7. To form the spaetzle, hold a performed hotel pan over the simmering water and push the dough through the holes with a bench scraper.
  8. Do this in batches so you don't overcrowd the pot.
  9. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the spaetzle floats to the surface, stirring gently to prevent sticking.
  10. Dump the spaetzle into a colander and give it a quick rinse with cool water.
  11. To hold the spaetzle, toss with a little oil and spread out on a 1/2 sheet pan.
  12. To finish the spaezle, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat and add the spaetzle; tossing to coat.
  13. Cook the spaetzle for 1 to 2 minutes to give the noodles some color, and then sprinkle with the chopped chives and season with salt and pepper before serving.