Kielke

Kielke, a traditional Mennonite pasta dish, is a comforting and hearty recipe that brings homemade goodness to your table. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, eggs, milk, and a touch of salt, this easy-to-prepare dough is kneaded to perfection and rolled into tender noodles. Once boiled, these soft, chewy noodles can be tossed with butter or served alongside rich cream gravy for an indulgent meal. Perfect for family gatherings, kielke pairs beautifully with farmer sausage, fried onions, or fresh vegetables, offering a delightful explosion of texture and flavor. Ready in under an hour and ideal for six servings, this nostalgic dish celebrates the joy of handmade pasta and timeless comfort food traditions.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter (optional, for serving)
• 1 batch Cream gravy or desired accompaniment

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 2

Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and crack in the eggs.

Step 3

Add the milk to the well and gradually mix the wet ingredients into the flour using a fork or your hands until a rough dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.

Step 5

Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 15-20 minutes to relax the gluten.

Step 6

Divide the dough into manageable portions. Using a rolling pin, roll out each portion on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 7

Cut the rolled-out dough into 1/2-inch-wide strips. You can make them as long or short as you like, depending on your preference.

Step 8

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles in batches, stirring to prevent sticking, and cook for 3-5 minutes or until they float to the surface and are tender.

Step 9

Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked noodles and toss them with butter if desired.

Step 10

Serve the kielke hot with cream gravy or your preferred accompaniment (e.g., farmer sausage, fried onions, or steamed vegetables).

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2333.6

Total Fat 51.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 644.8mg	0%
Sodium 3112.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 379.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 74.7g	0%

Vitamin D 204.9IU	0%
Calcium 327.9mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 948.0mg	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: 20.5%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 66.5%