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Kasnocken (Austrian Dumplings with Cheese and Onions)

A recipe for Kasnocken! These Austrian dumplings are tossed with cheese in a cast iron skillet, cooked until golden, and topped with caramelized onions.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 2 -4 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Austrian

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (118 milliliters) milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
Topping:
  • 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter divided
  • 1 medium onion peeled and thinly sliced into rings
  • 4 ounces (113 grams) shredded or cubed Pingauzer Bierkäse or Gruyere/Alpine cheese
  • thinly sliced chives for garnish

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  2. Gently stir in the flour, a little at a time, until all of it has been added, then beat together until well combined with bubbles starting to form. If too thick, add a little more milk. If too thin, add a little more flour. Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  3. In a large cast iron or nonstick skillet, melt 1 tablespoon (14 grams) of the butter over medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized. Remove to a plate.
  4. While the onions are caramelizing, bring a large pot of water to a simmer.
  5. Place a spaetzle press or large-holed colander over the pot and fill with batter. Slide the press back and forth or use a wooden spoon to press the batter through the holes of the colander to create the dumplings. Cook until the dumplings float to the top. Remove with a strainer and drain well.
  6. Place the skillet over medium heat and melt the remaining tablespoon (14 grams) of butter.
  7. Once thoroughly heated, add the cooked dumplings and toss with the cheese until melted. Leave the pan undisturbed for a couple of minutes to create a golden brown crust along the bottom and sides of the dumplings.
  8. Remove from heat and serve hot topped with the caramelized onions and chives.