German Dumplings

Directions

1. 1
   In a large saute pan, over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy.
2. 2
   Reserve bacon in pan with rendered fat.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, nutmeg, cayenne and baking powder to combine.
4. 4
   Beat eggs and milk together in a small bowl and stir into dry mixture until smooth and uniform.
5. 5
   Bring 6 cups salted water to a boil in a large pot.
6. 6
   Poke holes using a pointed chopstick through the bottom of the aluminum pie pan to create a disposable spaetzle maker.
7. 7
   Push the dough through the holes into the boiling water.
8. 8
   Stir and cook for 3 minutes, or until dumplings float.
9. 9
   Remove dumplings and immediately toss in pan with bacon.
10. 10
    Season, to taste, with salt and pepper and garnish with parsley.
11. 11
    Serve immediately.