Spaetzle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl and mix well.
2. 2
   In another bowl, whisk egg and milk.
3. 3
   Make a well in the center of the flour, pour in the egg mixture.
4. 4
   Beat with a wooden spoon until elastic feeling
5. 5
   Bring some water to a boil, and push batter through a spaetzle maker.
6. 6
   You can also just cut the batter into small sized pieces and toss into the boiling water (but it takes a while to cut all those pieces).
7. 7
   Boil 6-8 minutes, until they start floating and aren't real doughy.
8. 8
   Remove and drain.
9. 9
   Before serving, melt butter and toss spaetzle over medium heat for 5 minutes.