Serve: Serve the Käsespätzle hot, topped with extra caramelized onions if you like. It’s a cozy dish that works as a side for schnitzel or as a satisfying main course on its own. Perfect comfort food!
Expert Tips for Perfect Käsespätzle
Use a Spaetzle Press for Easy Noodles: If you don’t have a spaetzle press, a potato ricer or even a colander can work to create small, evenly sized noodles.
Caramelize Slowly: Take your time caramelizing the onions. The deep, sweet flavor from properly caramelized onions makes a big difference in this dish.
Customize the Cheese: While Emmentaler is traditional, you can mix it up with other cheeses like Gruyère, Swiss, or even Cheddar to add more depth to the flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Käsespätzle is the perfect side dish for many German meals, especially when paired with schnitzel or bratwurst. You can also serve it with a crisp German cucumber salad or alongside crispy bacon for added texture.
For a more traditional meal, serve it with German Jägerschnitzel or a Bratwurst with Sauerkraut. It also pairs wonderfully with a cold German beer or a glass of Riesling.
Make-Ahead and Storage
You can make the spaetzle noodles ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, simply reheat the spaetzle in a frying pan with butter.
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