SPAETZLE WITH BROWNED BUTTER

Spaetzle with Browned Butter image

Provided by lauralie41

Categories German

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

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2 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
additional salt and pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt and nutmeg.
Add the eggs and milk; stir until thoroughly combined.
Let dough rest about 15 minutes before cooking.
Heat a large pot of lightly salted water until boiling.
Using a spaetzle machine Add the spaetzle and cook until done, about 4- 5 minutes.
The dumplings will float when done.
Drain well.
In a saute pan heat butterand saute until butter has turned brown.
Place the spaetzle in a serving dish and pour the butter on top.
Season with salt and pepper; toss well to combine.
Serve immediately.