Hearty Cheese Spätzle with Bacon and Onions

Name: Hearty Cheese Spätzle with Bacon and Onions
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 people
Ingredients: 14 oz Spätzle (fresh or pre-cooked); 3.5 oz Diced bacon; 2 count Onions; 1.5 cup Shredded cheese; 0.4 cup Heavy cream; 1 tbsp Butter; 1 handful Fresh chives or parsley

Under 30 MinsHigh ProteinStovetopDinner • LunchComfort FoodGerman

Medium

20min

750kcal

2people

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A hearty pan-cooked classic with plenty of melted cheese, savory bacon, and caramelized onions.

There is hardly a dish that tastes as much like home and comfort as Hearty Cheese Spätzle with Bacon and Onions. This Hearty Cheese Spätzle with Bacon and Onions combines the creaminess of melted cheese with the smoky note of crispy bacon and the natural sweetness of slowly browned onions. Why does this recipe work so well? It's the balance! The cream ensures a velvety bind, while the bacon provides the necessary bite and seasoning. In Southern Germany and the Alpine regions, this is a classic traditionally served in a cast-iron skillet. A secret tip for the perfect texture is to let the onions really caramelize to a golden brown before adding the other ingredients. This gives the Hearty Cheese Spätzle with Bacon and Onions a deeper layer of flavor that harmonizes wonderfully with the strong cheese. Whether after a long day of hiking or simply as soul food on a rainy evening – this pan dish is quickly made and will satisfy every fan of alpine cuisine.

Ingredients

400 g Spätzle (fresh or pre-cooked) (approx. 4 cups)
100 g Diced bacon (approx. 1 small pack)
2 piece Onions (medium sized)
150 g Shredded cheese (approx. 1.5 cups)
100 ml Heavy cream
1 tbsp Butter
1 handful Fresh chives or parsley

Instructions

1
Peel the onions, halve them, and cut into fine strips.
2
Melt the butter in a large pan and fry the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy.
3
Add the onions to the bacon and sauté until golden brown and soft, stirring occasionally.
4
Add the spätzle to the pan and fry for about 3–5 minutes until they take on some color.
5
Deglaze with the heavy cream and let it come to a brief boil.
6
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the mixture. Reduce the heat and put a lid on the pan until the cheese is completely melted and stretchy.
7
Gently mix everything once, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve sprinkled with fresh chives or parsley.

Chef's Tips

•For extra crunch, you can add crispy fried onions as a topping.
•If you prefer a stronger flavor, mix some mountain cheese or spicy Emmental into the shredded cheese.
•The cream is optional, but it makes the dish significantly creamier and prevents the spätzle from becoming dry.