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Papa Oriold’s Homemade Spätzle

Papa Oriold’s Homemade Spätzle delivers tender, springy noodles with a gentle egg richness and a hint of salt that makes them endlessly versatile. Enjoy them buttered with fresh herbs, nestled into hearty soups, or served alongside braises and gravies for a comforting side at weeknight dinners or holiday meals.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook5 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Papa Oriold’s Homemade Spätzle
  1. 1

    Combine the flour, water, eggs, salt, and baking powder in a bowl and mix until blended.

  2. 2

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

  3. 3

    Place part of the dough into a spaetzle press or a potato ricer, then press the dough into the boiling water; cook and stir until the pasta floats, about 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Remove with a slotted spoon and rinse with water; repeat with the remaining dough.