Spaetzle with Browned Butter

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 cups  sifted all-purpose flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  freshly grated nutmeg
• 2  eggs, beaten
• 1  cup milk
• 5  tablespoons unsalted butter
•  additional  salt and pepper

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt and nutmeg.
2. Add the eggs and milk; stir until thoroughly combined.
3. Let dough rest about 15 minutes before cooking.
4. Heat a large pot of lightly salted water until boiling.
5. Using a spaetzle machine Add the spaetzle and cook until done, about 4- 5 minutes.
6. The dumplings will float when done.
7. Drain well.
8. In a saute pan heat butterand saute until butter has turned brown.
9. Place the spaetzle in a serving dish and pour the butter on top.
10. Season with salt and pepper; toss well to combine.
11. Serve immediately.