Spätzle Noodles with Creamy Mushroom and Onion Ragout

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

Soft German Spätzle noodles tossed in a savory ragout of caramelized onions and earthy mushrooms finished with cream and fresh parsley. This German-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs all-purpose flour, eggs, milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
• 12 ounces, sliced cremini mushrooms
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon, freshly grated nutmeg

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup milk, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the dough is thick and slightly sticky, about 2 minutes. Set aside to rest for 10 minutes.
2. Step 2: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Using a spaetzle maker or colander, press the dough through holes directly into the boiling water. Cook the noodles until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Add 2 medium thinly sliced yellow onions and cook for 15 minutes until deeply caramelized, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: Add 12 ounces sliced cremini mushrooms and 2 minced garlic cloves to the caramelized onions. Sauté for 7-8 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture and brown.
5. Step 5: Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg. Stir and cook for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Step 6: Add the cooked spätzle noodles to the skillet and toss gently for 2 minutes to coat noodles in the creamy mushroom ragout. Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley before serving.