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Colander Spaetzle

By Victoria Granof

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Colander Spaetzle
Colander SpaetzleMarcus Nilsson

Don't worry if the batter for this traditional German staple seems a bit thin—it should be more liquidy than a normal dough.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    25 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1 cup ricotta cheese, Greek yogurt, or buttermilk
3 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    1. Boil a large pot of salted water.

    Step 2

    2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the flour. Blend well, then slowly stir in the flour until the mixture becomes a stiff batter.

    Step 3

    3. Place a colander with large holes over the pot and, with a rubber spatula, press small amounts of the batter through the holes directly into the water.

    Step 4

    4. As the spaetzle gradually rise to the surface of the boiling water, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a serving dish. Serve immediately, while still warm.

TagsPastaGermanEuropeanRicottaCheeseDairyMainDinnerNut FreeVegetarianEasyQuickWeeknight MealsSimmerCookie Magazine

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