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Käsespätzle (German Cheese Spaetzel)

Käsespätzle (German Cheese Spaetzel) Recipe

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The Käsespätzle (German Cheese Spaetzel) Recipe is a traditional German dish renowned for its simplicity and satisfying flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 People
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Calories: 501
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz. pasta German Spatzle
  • 8 tsp butter
  • 4 onions large chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 16 oz cheese shredded Emmentaler or Jarlsberg (Swiss-like from Norway, mild) (you can also add some Gruyere for extra flavor)
  • Salt

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling Spätzle
  • Mixing bowl for Spätzle dough
  • Skillet for sautéing onions
  • Large baking dish for assembling and baking the dish
  • Slotted spoon for removing cooked Spätzle from boiling water
  • Spätzle press or colander with large holes for shaping Spätzle dough

Method
 

Prepare the Spätzle Dough.
  1. a. Combine 1 1/2 batches of Homemade German Spätzle dough in a mixing bowl.
  2. b. Mix until the dough is smooth and elastic, then set it aside.
Boil the Spätzle.
  1. a. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. b. Using a Spätzle press or a colander with large holes, press the dough into the boiling water.
  3. c. Cook until the Spätzle floats to the surface, then remove it with a slotted spoon.
  4. d. Place the cooked Spätzle in a large bowl.
Prepare the Onion Mixture.
  1. a. In a separate skillet, melt 8 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  2. b. Add 4 chopped onions to the skillet.
  3. c. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of sugar.
  4. d. Sauté the onions until they are soft and golden brown.
Layer the Ingredients.
  1. a. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. b. In a large baking dish, start with a layer of cooked Spätzle.
  3. c. Add a layer of the sautéed onions.
  4. d. Sprinkle with a portion of the shredded Emmentaler or Jarlsberg cheese.
  5. e. Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
Bake the Käsespätzle.
  1. a. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
  2. b. Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  3. c. If desired, you can broil briefly to brown the cheese on top.

Notes

Use a Spätzle press for even and consistent noodle shapes.
Pre-shred the cheese for quicker assembly.
Adjust the amount of cheese to suit your taste.
Caramelize onions slowly for enhanced flavor.
Mix Spätzle gently to avoid breaking the noodles.
Consider adding a pinch of nutmeg for extra depth of flavor.