How to Make Granny’s German Spaetzle | The Stay At Home Chef

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornstarch is a gluten-free option.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and margarine is often cheaper.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is a leaner option while ham is often less expensive.

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon of freshly chopped parsley. Whisk together.

In a separate bowl, lightly beat 6 large eggs.

Alternate adding the egg mixture and 1/2 cup of milk into the flour mixture, whisking until smooth.

Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

Using a colander, scoop the dough and press it through the holes into the boiling water.

Once the spaetzle floats to the top, remove it from the water.

In a saucepan, melt butter and add the cooked spaetzle, giving it a quick fry.

Top with freshly chopped parsley and serve.

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