Herbed Spaetzle

Directions

1. 1
   Bring milk and 4 thyme sprigs to a boil in a small saucepan.
2. 2
   Remove from heat.
3. 3
   Discard thyme.
4. 4
   Transfer milk to a blender; add parsley, thyme leaves, and eggs.
5. 5
   Blend until combined.
6. 6
   Whisk flour and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a medium bowl.
7. 7
   Gradually whisk in milk mixture until smooth.
8. 8
   Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil.
9. 9
   Working with about 1/4 cup batter at a time, press batter through 1/4-inch holes of a colander or spaetzle maker into boiling water.
10. 10
    Cook until spaetzle float to top, 1 to 2 minutes.
11. 11
    Using a slotted spoon, transfer to an ice-water bath.
12. 12
    Drain.
13. 13
    Melt butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
14. 14
    Add half of the spaetzle; cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 6 minutes.
15. 15
    Transfer to a bowl.
16. 16
    Repeat.
17. 17
    Season with salt and pepper.
18. 18
    Garnish with remaining thyme.