German Style Pasta

Elevate your pasta night with this hearty and comforting German Style Pasta recipe, a delightful homemade spin on traditional spaetzle! Crafted from a simple batter of flour, eggs, milk, and a pinch of nutmeg, these tender, bite-sized noodles are cooked to perfection and then sautéed to golden-brown deliciousness in a buttery skillet. Crispy bacon and sweet caramelized onions add a savory depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brings a pop of color and freshness. Perfect for cozy dinners or as a rustic side, this dish combines old-world charm with irresistible flavor. Easily customizable and ready in under an hour, it’s a must-try for fans of comfort food with a European twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 4 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 large Onion
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Parsley
• 1 large pot Salted water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, eggs, milk, salt, and nutmeg. Mix the batter until smooth and slightly sticky. Set aside to rest for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 3

Using a spaetzle maker or colander with large holes, press portions of the batter directly into the boiling water.

Step 4

Cook the spaetzle until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked noodles to a colander. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 5

In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble into pieces once cool.

Step 6

Dice the onion and sauté it in the bacon fat in the skillet until golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes.

Step 7

Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt. Toss in the cooked spaetzle, stirring until heated through and lightly browned in spots, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the crumbled bacon and mix well. Adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.

Step 9

Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2852.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1751.6

Total Fat 64.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 868.3mg	0%
Sodium 6059.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 73.5g	0%

Vitamin D 229.8IU	0%
Calcium 363.7mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 1344.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.7%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 49.3%