Rustic Spätzle with Caramelized Onions and Smoked Bacon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

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Soft German-style egg noodles tossed with sweet caramelized onions and crispy smoked bacon for a hearty, comforting dish. This German-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs all-purpose flour, large eggs, whole milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 German cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
3/4 cup whole milk
1 tsp salt
3 tbsp unsalted butter
2 medium, thinly sliced yellow onions
6 oz, diced smoked bacon
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg.
Step 2: Crack 3 large eggs into the flour mixture and gradually add 3/4 cup whole milk, stirring until the batter is smooth, thick but pourable; let rest 10 minutes.
Step 3: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 4: Using a spätzle maker or colander with large holes, press the batter into the boiling water. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spätzle float to the surface, then scoop out with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Step 5: In a large skillet, melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat, add 6 oz diced smoked bacon and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy.
Step 6: Add 2 thinly sliced medium yellow onions to the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes until the onions are soft and caramelized.
Step 7: Add the cooked spätzle to the skillet, toss gently with the bacon and onions, season with 1/2 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2 more minutes to heat through before serving.