Spaetzle

After being reminded how much I loved spaetzle both at Oktoberfest in New Ulm and at a German restaurant in Palm Springs with friends, I asked for a spaetzle maker for Christmas. A 1/3 batch of the recipe on the maker's label was delicious and a generous amount for two people.

Spaetzle 

(Serves 2)

• 1 egg
• 1/3 c milk
• 1 c flour
• scant 1/4 tsp salt
• couple dashes nutmeg

Using paddle, beat egg until foamy, then beat in milk, then dry ingredients, a little at a time. The dough will be stiff and elastic. Use the spaetzle maker to press into boiling water and allow to boil 2-3 min. Strain the cooked floating dumplings out of the water and top with butter and freshly cracked pepper.