Recipe for German Spaetzles'

Today's side dish was Spaetzles with cabbage and onions.  If you enjoy cabbage I suggest a medium head of it.  Also about the same size medium onion sliced thin.

NOTE:  Today I used whole milk as my choice instead of milk and water.  I did not rinse spaetzles because I am making cabbage onions with spaetzles for a dinner I am attending.

You can do as below or use any type milk, whole, 2,1 % will work fine  

for this recipe.  

After I drained the spaetzels I added a little butter because I was not adding to the cabbage until later in the day.  I didn't want them to stick together.  It is not necessary if you are using them immediately.

This spaetzle maker was bought at a kitchen store but Amazon has them for as low as $13.99.

Batter should be on the thicker side.

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German Spaetzle Recipe (Mom’s)

2 1/2 cup flour

¼ tsp. Salt

2 eggs

½ cup milk

½ cup water

Mix ingredients ..Note: If you have a spaetzle maker.. In a medium pot bring 3 or 4 qts. water to a boil, place  spaetzle maker over pot of boiling water, push back and forth until all is used . Stir while they are boiling..  

Note: If you do not have a spaetzle maker drop by ¼ tsp. into boiling water. When spaetzles have risen  top, allow to slow boil for about about 5 minutes or until spaetles rise to top.  When they come to top allow to cook for about 5 minutes.    

Drain.

***Note: Rinse if using for soup.  If not do not RINSE and add butter or desired topping. Grated cheese is a nice touch.

***In my opinion these can easily be topped after draining and while hot with pesto, butter and cheese of all types depending on how or what you are serving these with.  Maybe even a little marinara sauce and Italian cheese.  Interesting ways to serve spaetzes and although the dish is of German origination explore ways you may like to top them.  Happy Cooking!

I’m curious

I love to blog. Do you like what I post? A comment would be helpful.  I want to inspire, help and encourage you to live life to the fullest and consider a hobby to keep you engaged in all the positive experiences in life.

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If you’re unable because of physical restrictions push yourself to read a book, do some fun coloring, take a class , there are many online classes that don’t cost a penny.  Makea plan to exercise at home.  I do Silver Sneakers . Most insurances provide it. Mine does.  Make a call to check if it does.  If not there are many online exercises that are available.

If you have a disability seek assistance.  Reach out.  So many programs are available and  some we are not aware of .

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Keep reaching for the stars. The skies the limit.

Below are some of my hobbies which include my interests.

In my lifetime I’ve been a receptionist, a secretary, a floral arranger, a hairdresser ,an inventory controller , an exercise teacher, a makeup stylist, a retail worker and a few jobs I probably have forgotten.

MY VIEW ON LIFE IS ANY TIME YOU LEARN SOMETHING NEW YOU HAVE BEEN GIVEN A LIFE GIFT.  Learning something new is never a waste of time.

Live life to your fullest.  If you haven’t START immediately NOW!  

Please know I care!

NOTE: Photography , gardening, baking and cooking are a few of my passions.  As you can see below.

 

 

 

Quick and easy meals

We were out for most of the day but I managed a great meal.

I defrosted the shrimp overnight. Stopped at the market and bought local fresh broccoli so I quick steamed it and we had jasmine rice.  Lots of olive oil and butter in this quick meal.

A few things among others when cooking I have learned. Think ahead, keep olive oil butter, garlic, parsley, paprika and rice handy and you will be able to make a quick chicken ,shrimp or fish meal in an hour.  I did it today!

Simple seasoned chicken breasts

Simply made boneless chicken breasts. Sautéed in olive oil and butter. Seasoned with salt, onion and garlic powder and paprika. I squeezed  a lemon after the chicken had browned . Man did it make the best drippings!  

Drizzle the juicy drippings over the chicken. Moist and tender. Trick is don’t overcook chicken until dry. After you brown and simmer cover and allow it to cook in its juices.  Perfect!  I did tenderize the chicken with a mallet.

Taco salad my way!

I lb.ground beef

Taco seasoning

Lettuce 

Tomato

Shredded cheddar cheese

Taco scoops 

Taco sauce or hot sauce to garnish.

Fry hamburger in a little oil.  Add onion powder, garlic powder, paprika , salt and pepper.  Don’t skimp on seasonings. ****  If in doubt buy a taco seasoning packet and follow directions.

Rinse lettuce well.  I do it several times in cold water. Add chopped tomato .

 I chopped my lettuce the way I like it.  ( chopped salad version ).  Drain well.  Use salad spinner or as I do most times after I drain the salad well I use  a few paper towels to remove moisture.

I layer taco scoops first, cheddar cheese, hot hamburger mixture and my salad on top. I season the lettuce with a ratio of 1/3 olive oil and 1/4 red wine vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder dried parsley salt and pepper.  .  Note:  remember to add more olive oil than vinegar so it won’t be overpowered by vinegar. Add a Pinch of sugar if you’re not sure . The sugar will balance the mix.

 

Some Family time 2026

Here are  a few pictures from our visit and a few of our tour of Pittsburgh.

There are times that I like to share some happy times that my husband and I really enjoy. Most of those times are  spent with our family.

Last weekend, we had a great opportunity for our grandson, our oldest grandson to come to Pittsburgh from Texas with his girlfriend.

He wanted to show her the sites of this beautiful city and of course introduce her to my husband and I.

They got to see a Steeler game(which we won) although that day there was quite a bit of rain.  Fortunately it wasn’t a wash out . The sun  peaked  through in the middle of the game.

 He took her to dinner Up in LaMont in Mt.  Washington. A perfect way to see the city from high above. They did visit some of his high school friends so that was awesome.

Al and I were able to show her that I can cook lol.

I made a simple dinner which included homemade sauce, pasta, salad, Italian bread meatballs and braciole. 

The salad was served in Daniel’s great great grandmother’s salad bowl. 

For dessert, I made homemade tiramisu and we had some fresh brewed coffee. 

It was a very simple dinner made from the heart with all homemade ingredients.

There was great conversation and I was able to learn a little bit about this lovely lady who seemed to have stolen my grandson’s heart. What more can I ask for?

 Al and I feel very blessed.

I forgot to mention that the next day we took a tour of the city, which, even though Al and I have lived in the Pittsburgh area for 20 years this was a first  !

Wow what a way to spend a Saturday! Two for two great days!

Did I mention dessert ?  On Saturday, cheesecake from the Cheesecake Factory!!! Lemon meringue cheesecake!!! Yummy!