Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

eggs

0.33 cup

whole milk

0.25 cup

parsley

minced

0.25 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

1.5 cup

all-purpose flour

0.33 cup

unsalted butter

2 cloves

garlic

minced

0.25 unit

onion

minced

0.25 cup

pine nuts

1 bunch

broccoli rabe

chopped

0.25 pound

prosciutto

chopped

0.25 cup

Parmesan cheese

grated

1 tbsp

lemon juice

Step 1
~3 min

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2
~3 min

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Gradually add flour, mixing until combined into a slightly runny dough.

Step 4
~3 min

Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Using a spaetzle maker, colander, or cheese grater, drop the dough into the boiling water.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook spaetzle for 5-6 minutes, or until tender.

Step 7
~3 min

Drain the spaetzle.

Step 8
~3 min

Melt butter in a sauté pan over high heat until browned and fragrant.

Step 9
~3 min

Add garlic, onion, pine nuts, and broccoli rabe to the browned butter.

Step 10
~3 min

Cook for about 2 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Remove from heat and toss in the cooked spaetzle and prosciutto.

Step 12
~3 min

Top with Parmesan cheese and lemon juice.

Step 13
~3 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the butter.

Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your liking.

Toast the pine nuts for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The spaetzle can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a main course or side dish.

Pairs well with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted chicken
Grilled sausages

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany/Italy

Cultural Significance

Spaetzle is a traditional German noodle dish, while the addition of prosciutto and Parmesan cheese reflects Italian influence.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Holiday meal
Comfort food craving

Popularity Score

70/100

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