How To Make Spätzli: Swiss Online Cooking Class with Franz & Roberta

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative, reducing cholesterol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and adds flavor.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

Mix flour, eggs, milk, and salt in a bowl until smooth.

Add nutmeg and stir to combine.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Use a Spätzle maker or colander to press the batter into the boiling water.

Cook until the Spätzli float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl.

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Add the cooked Spätzli and sauté until golden, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chopped parsley and cheese, if using.

Serve warm as a side dish.

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