**Kaesespaetzle: A Culinary Symphony of Cheese, Noodles, and Caramel**
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Swabia, Germany, where a symphony of flavors awaits you in the form of Kaesespaetzle. This delectable dish, also known as Kaesspaetzle or Kaesspatzen, is a harmonious blend of homemade spaetzle noodles, a symphony of melted cheeses, and a drizzle of sweet caramel. Kaesespaetzle is a testament to the Swabian love for hearty, comforting food, and it holds a special place in the region's culinary heritage. Our comprehensive guide will take you through three enticing recipes that showcase the versatility of this dish. From a classic Kaesespaetzle recipe for purists to a vegetarian version packed with colorful vegetables, and a daring bacon and caramelized onion variation, we have something to tantalize every palate. Get ready to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving for more.
GERMAN CHEESE-NOODLE CASSEROLE (KäSESPäTZLE)
This traditional German cheese casserole comfort food (käsespätzle) recipe uses homemade noodles topped with cheese and caramelized onions.
Provided by Jennifer McGavin
Categories Pasta
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Start by making the caramelized onions about 1 hour before the casserole needs to go into the oven.
- Heat the butter and oil in a nonstick pan on medium. Turn heat to low and add onions. Stir every few minutes for about an hour, or until onions are lightly browned and sweet enough for your taste. Here is more information on caramelizing onions .
- Turn off the heat and set the onions aside.
- Gather the ingredients.
- Here is a step-by-step guide to making spätzle with a spätlebrett (wooden board used to make drop noodles). You may use a colander to form the noodles or a grater-like device with a hopper on it called a spätzle maker.
- Place a large pot of water on to boil. You can add salt if you wish.
- To make the dough, whisk together the flour and salt in a medium bowl. In a small bowl or measuring cup, beat the eggs with the water and add to the flour-salt mixture.
- Beat for several minutes or until dough is smooth. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes, then beat it again. Add water or flour to adjust consistency to a thick batter (a little thinner than brownie batter).
- Place half of the dough in the hopper of the spätzle maker which is placed over the simmering water. Push and pull the hopper back and forth, creating a dough wave inside the hopper. Little bits of dough will be pushed out the other side and drop into the water. They will be fatter and more teardrop-shaped than the spätzle you make with a board.
- The noodles drop to the bottom of the pot, then rise to the surface. Let them sit there for another 2 or 3 minutes, then scoop them out with a slotted spoon or small sieve. Rinse briefly in hot water, then drain well and set aside.
- Using the second half of the dough, make another batch of noodles. If the noodles stick to the bottom of the pan, give a quick stir to loosen. They should then rise to the top.
- Butter and line a 1 1/2- to 2-quart casserole dish with breadcrumbs .
- When noodles are done, add them to the (cooled) pan with the caramelized onions. Add the grated nutmeg and 3/4 of the grated cheese and stir to mix.
- Spoon noodles into the casserole, sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake, covered, at 350 F for 20 minutes, then uncovered for 15 minutes. If you like, brown the cheese topping with the broiler during the last 5 minutes.
- Serve hot.
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 kcal, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 142 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 658 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 22 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
KAESESPAETZLE (HOMEMADE SPAETZLE NOODLES WITH CHEESE AND CARAMEL
This is something hearty and warming for a winter day, after spending hours on the ski slopes or working outdoors. Try adding chopped parsley to the Spaetzle dough or puréed spinach or pumpkin for the extra kick of flavor (adjust amount of flour then).
Provided by Eismeer
Categories Cheese
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Dough: Beat flour, milk, eggs and salt thoroughly until a slightly sticky but elastic dough forms.
- Heat the butter in a pan and add chopped onions. Let brown thoroughly on medium heat.
- Using a spätzle machine (like a mandolin slicer with larger holes) or a colander with medium holes, press the noodles into a large pot full of boiling salted water. (Spätzle experts use a wooden chopping board and knife to rasp the dough into the water).
- Let Spätzle boil until they rise to the surface.
- Butter a oven proof bowl or pan and transfer Spätzle to it. Mix with cheese (either freestyle or one layer Spätzle, one layer cheese, finishing with a cheese layer).
- Put pan in the oven (about 180°C to keep Spätzle warm and let cheese melt).
- When the cheese is melted, get Spätzle out of the oven and garnish with the caramelised onions and cives.
- (You can omit the oven step and devour the Spätzle right away as well).
- Serve Käsespätzle with mixed or green salad.
KAESE SPAETZLE
A tasty homemade pasta tossed with onion and Emmentaler cheese. A German version of macaroni and cheese.
Provided by NDBR
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sift together flour, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Beat eggs in a medium bowl. Alternately mix in milk and the flour mixture until smooth. Let stand for 30 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Press batter through a spaetzle press into the water. You may also use a potato ricer, colander, or a cheese grater. When the spaetzle has floated to the top of the water, remove it to a bowl with a slotted spoon. Mix in 1 cup of the cheese.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, and cook until golden. Stir in spaetzle and remaining cheese until well blended. Remove from heat, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 101.7 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 376.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
KAESE SPAETZLE (CHEESE SPAETZLE)
My DF spent 5 months in Austria and misses the food terribly. So for our anniversary tonight I decided to take on the challenge of making one of his favorites. I searched and searched and found recipes and was completely lost on cheeses . . . hard to find some of those good European cheeses in the US. Finally I called up an old family friend who called her mother in Germany and came up with this recipe that my DF says is dead on perfect! LOVE LOVE LOVE! Hope you enjoy it too.
Provided by ktenille
Categories Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine flour and salt.
- Create well in flour mixture.
- Add beaten eggs and water.
- Mix together and add water until batter is SLIGHTLY sticky.
- Using Spaetzle machine press noodles into large pot of lightly boiling salted water. (If you don't have a spaetzle machine you can drop strings of the dough into the water).
- When the noodles float to the top of the water take them out and drain on paper towels.
- Repeat the last two steps until all of your dough is used up.
- Brown your noodles in butter until they just begin to brown around the edges.
- Place your noodles in a casserole with cheeses.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes until cheeses are fully melted.
- Stir and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.4, Fat 38.4, SaturatedFat 22, Cholesterol 285.6, Sodium 1331.2, Carbohydrate 73.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.3, Protein 32.7
SPAETZLE NOODLES
There's more to Oktoberfest than tipping a stein and turning up the oom-pah-pah. There are all the rib-sticking dishes of Bavarian cuisine. Along with sauerbraten and sausages, schnitzel remain an Oktoberfest favorite. Adapted from Black Forest Mill German Restaurant
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories German
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Follow package directions for noodles. When done, dump the spaetzle into a colander and quickly rinse with cool water.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and add the spaetzle, tossing to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to give the noodles some color, then sprinkle with chives and season with salt and pepper.
Tips:
- Use high-quality cheese for the best flavor. A sharp cheddar or Gruyère are good choices.
- Make sure the butter is cold before adding it to the batter. This will help the spaetzle stay light and fluffy.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the spaetzle tough.
- Drop the spaetzle into boiling water and cook until they float to the top. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
- Serve the spaetzle immediately with your favorite toppings. Some popular choices include melted butter, grated Parmesan cheese, and crispy bacon.
Conclusion:
Käsespätzle is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give Käsespätzle a try!
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