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A blue bowl of macaroni and kaesespaetzle topped with chives sits next to a fork, shredded cheese, and two glasses of beer on a light blue surface.
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German Cheese Spaetzle Recipe (Kaesespaetzle)

Nothing says comfort food like a heaping bowl of German cheese spaetzle (or Kaesespaetzle)! Inspired by my many Austrian skiing trips, this ooey-gooey noodle dish is made from a rich, creamy, savory blend of spaetzle, caramelized onion, and Swiss-type cheeses.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Dishes, Pastas
Cuisine: German
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: Cheese Spaetzle, German Cheese Spaetzle, German Spaetzle, Käsespätzle
Diet: Vegetarian
Occasion: Christmas, Thanksgiving
Time: 45 minutes or less
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Sarah Bond

Ingredients

  • 2 large white onions 2 heaping cups
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter 112 g
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 6 cups cooked spaetzle 2 10.5-oz packages of dried spaetzle
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss emmental cheese, 6 oz, 170 g
  • 1 ½ cups shredded gruyere cheese 6 oz, 170 g

Instructions

  • Caramelize Onions: Thinly slice the onions into strips. Melt butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pan (like a cast iron) over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring often, until they turn golden brown. Be careful not to let them become crispy or burned, lowering the heat as needed. Caramelization takes 20 to 30 minutes. When finished, stir in salt.
    Kaesespaetzle ingredients sizzle with caramelized onions in a black cast iron skillet, resting on a blue geometric patterned surface.
  • Spaetzle: Meanwhile, cook spaetzle according to instructions on package.
  • Assemble: While everything is still hot, stir together cooked spaetzle, caramelized onions, and shredded cheeses. If the cheese doesn't melt completely, cover and transfer to a warm oven for a few minutes.
    A cast iron skillet holds halved portions of cooked kaesespaetzle and caramelized onions, set against a light blue geometric background.
  • Serve: Serve warm, topped with chives.
    A cast iron skillet brimming with cheesy kaesespaetzle is topped with crispy onions and chopped chives, all set against a blue geometric backdrop.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 to 7 days. Does not freeze well.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 27.7g | Protein: 16.4g | Fat: 18.7g | Saturated Fat: 11.1g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 559mg | Potassium: 74mg | Fiber: 2.1g | Sugar: 2.3g | Calcium: 388mg | Iron: 1mg
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