Käsespätzle Heaven
Käsespätzle is a traditional Austrian dish that is a true comfort food. This recipe for Käsespätzle Heaven will take your taste buds on a journey to the heart of Austria with its rich and cheesy flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup grated Emmental cheese
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup caramelized onions
- 4 tbsp butter
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, eggs, milk, salt, and nutmeg to form a smooth batter.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Using a spaetzle maker or a colander with large holes, press the batter into the boiling water.
- Cook the spaetzle for 2-3 minutes or until they float to the surface, then remove them with a slotted spoon and transfer to a colander to drain.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cooked spaetzle, grated cheeses, and caramelized onions, stirring until the cheese is melted and the spaetzle is coated.
- Serve the Käsespätzle hot, garnished with some fresh parsley if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 450 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 25g
Supplies
Large pot Colander Large skillet
Tools
Spaetzle maker or colander with large holes Slotted spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Käsespätzle with a side of crispy salad and a glass of Austrian white wine for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add some crispy bacon or fried onions on top of the Käsespätzle before serving.
Cost
$12