Mustard Cream Spaetzle Topped Ham Steak Recipe

Name: Mustard Cream Spaetzle Topped Ham Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 (1 1/2-pound) ham steak; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard; Spaetzle, recipe follows; 3 eggs; 1 cup milk; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper; 3 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed

Servings: persons

1
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Saute ham steak until heated through and browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
3
Transfer ham steak to platter, keep warm.
4
Add heavy cream to skillet and reduce until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes.
5
Add mustard and simmer 1 minute.
6
Add cooked spaetzle and toss to coat.
7
Top ham steak with mustard cream spaetzle.
8
In a bowl whisk together eggs, milk, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
9
Gradually stir in enough flour to make a thick batter.
10
You will probably not need all 3 cups.
11
Using a metal colander set over a pot of boiling, salted water, press spaetzle batter through holes directly into water.
12
When spaetzle are cooked through, they will float to surface, about 5 minutes.
13
Scoop up with a slotted spoon and drain well as they cook or drain all at once.

903

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 (1 1/2-pound) ham steak, 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard, and more.

Yes, Mustard Cream Spaetzle Topped Ham Steak falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mustard Cream Spaetzle Topped Ham Steak

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Variations & substitutions

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