Macadamia Free Spaetzle
Spaetzle is one of those deeply comforting dishes that feels like a warm hug on a plate — soft, pillowy little dumplings with just enough golden-brown butter crust to make every bite irresistible. The batter comes together from pantry staples like flour, eggs, whole milk, and a whisper of nutmeg, which gives the finished dish a subtle warmth that's hard to place but impossible to forget. Once the spaetzle are boiled and tossed in browned butter until their edges turn lightly crisp, you end up with something that's simultaneously simple and deeply satisfying. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley at the end adds a bright, herby finish that cuts through the richness beautifully. Because this recipe relies entirely on straightforward, whole ingredients, there's no need to scan labels or worry about unexpected additions sneaking in from packaged shortcuts. It works beautifully as a side alongside roasted meats or braised vegetables, but honestly it's good enough to eat straight from the skillet.
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4 servings
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together the flour, salt, and nutmeg in a large bowl. In a separate small bowl, beat the eggs with the milk until combined. Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture and whisk until a smooth, thick, pourable batter forms — it should fall from the whisk in a slow, steady ribbon. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- 2
Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil over high heat.
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