Tree Nut 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 crispiness around the edges to keep things interesting. The batter comes together from pantry staples like flour, eggs, and whole milk, with a whisper of freshly grated nutmeg that gives the whole thing a subtle warmth you'll keep coming back to. Once the spaetzle are boiled and tender, they get tossed in brown butter until the edges turn lightly golden and irresistible — that nutty, caramelized aroma alone is worth making this recipe. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley at the end adds a pop of color and brightness that rounds everything out beautifully. Because this recipe is built entirely from scratch with simple, whole ingredients, there's no need to worry about packaged products that might carry hidden cross-contamination risks. It works equally well as a hearty side alongside roasted meats or as a satisfying main all on its own.
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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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