| Spaetzle ~ German Noodles 2 cups sifted flour 3 eggs ⅔ cup milk salt to taste ⅛ tsp grated nutmeg 2 tbsp butter 1. Place flour in a mixing bowl. Beat the eggs and add them to the flour, stirring with a wire whisk or an electric beater. Gradually add the milk, beating or stirring constantly. Add the salt and nutmeg. 2. Bring a large quantity of water to a boil in a kettle and add salt. Pour the spaetzle mixture into a colander while holding over the boiling water. Press the mixture through the holes of the colander with a rubber spatula or large spoon. Or use a spaetzle machine following the manufacturer's directions. The spaetzle are done when they float to the top. Drain the noodles and spoon them onto a clean towel or paper towels to dry briefly. 3. Heat the butter in a skillet and when it is hot, add the spaetzle, tossing and stirring 3-5 minutes. Serve hot. |
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