Spatzle(Small Dumplings)

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour with salt and spices.
2. 2
   Add eggs and water.
3. 3
   Beat batter until thick and smooth.
4. 4
   Dampen the end of a small cutting board.
5. 5
   Put on 3/4 cup of dough with spatula; smooth a small amount of the dough very thin.
6. 6
   Cut off small strips of dough into a large kettle of boiling salted water.
7. 7
   Dip spatula into water several times during cutting.
8. 8
   If dough is too thin to hold together, add a little flour.
9. 9
   Cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Lift out with a slotted spoon.
10. 10
    Drain and place in serving dish. Continue with remaining dough, adding a little fresh boiling water to kettle each time.
11. 11
    Serve with melted butter.
12. 12
    Makes 6 servings.