Spaetzle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the flour, eggs, salt, nutmeg, and 1 1/4 cups cold water in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Mix with a wooden spoon and reserve.
3. 3
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
4. 4
   Pick up small amounts of dough with a teaspoon and push the dough into the water with another, or just push the dough through a colander.
5. 5
   Dip the spoons in the boiling water to avoid their becoming sticky and unmanageable.Using a wooden spoon, stir the spaetzle off the bottom of the pot and cook for 2 minutes.
6. 6
   With a slotted spoon, remove the spaetzle to a bowl of ice water.
7. 7
   Repeat the process until all of the dough has been used.
8. 8
   Rinse and drain well.
9. 9
   Refrigerate until ready to serve.
10. 10
    In a large skillet, melt the butter over moderate heat.
11. 11
    Add the spaetzle and lightly saute until warmed through.
12. 12
    Season with salt and pepper and serve warm.