3 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
3 eggs, beaten
5 tbsp. butter
1/2 to 3/4 c. milk

Sift together flour, salt and nutmeg. Beat in eggs. Add 1 tablespoon melted butter. Add enough milk to make a thick dough. Put dough through a spaetzle maker or place dough on a flat plate and with a sharp knife cut small pieces of dough.

Place dough into boiling salted water and boil for 6-8 minutes. If preferred, drop small portions of dough from a teaspoon and boil 10-12 minutes. Remove spaetzle with a slotted spoon and place in a colander. Splash with cold water and drain. Saute in butter until golden. Serves 6-8.

This recipe is excellent made ahead of time and reheated in the microwave.