Savor Granny's traditional German Spaetzle, a family heritage recipe that promises the authentic taste of Germany. This easy-to-follow recipe makes delicious and tender spaetzle perfect for your next family dinner.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, minced fresh parsley, and nutmeg.
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In a separate bowl, lightly beat the large eggs.
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Alternate between stirring in beaten eggs and milk to the flour mixture until you have a smooth batter.
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Let the batter rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
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Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil and add 2 tablespoons of salt.
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Either using a spaetzle maker, colander, or slotted spoon, pour small amounts of spaetzle batter and let it drip into the boiling water to create small, elongated drops.
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Boil the spaetzle until they rise to the top, then use a slotted spoon to remove them from the water.
GARNISH
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Melt the 1/4 cup butter in a skillet over medium heat.
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Place the drained spaetzle directly into the skillet with melted butter, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes.