SPAETZLE, SWABIAN Name: Nathalie Alcantara Base: Fort Eustis Recipe: 2 1/4 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 egg, well beaten 1/4 to 3/4 cup water Sift flour and salt into bowl. Add egg and mix. Add water gradually until batter is stiff but smooth. Press dough flat on a plate or floured board. With a sharp knife, scrape small pieces of dough off and drop into boiling salted water. Boil gently 5 to 8 minutes, or until you try a few and find them done. Remove from water with perforated spoon and drain. They may also be sautéed in butter until a bright golden color. Toasted bread crumbs or grated parmesan cheese may also be sprinkled over them.