Homemade Spaetzle

1. 1

   Mix the flour, eggs and a pinch of salt in a bowl, then gradually stir in up to 1 cup water to make a smooth, batter-like dough.

2. 2

   Beat with a wooden spoon until bubbles form, then stir in the melted butter.

3. 3

   Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil.

4. 4

   Place about 1 cup of the dough in a colander with large holes; use a rubber spatula to push the dough through the holes and into the boiling water.

5. 5

   (Or use a spaetzle press.)

6. 6

   Cook for about 1 minute after the spaetzle float to the surface, then transfer with a slotted spoon to another colander.

7. 7

   Repeat with the remaining dough.

8. 8

   Rinse the spaetzle in cold water if not serving immediately and set aside.

9. 9

   Before serving, saute the spaetzle in a skillet with the remaining 2 tablespoons butter until warmed through.

10. 10

    Season with pepper and garnish with parsley.

11. 11

    Photograph by Kate Mathis

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.