Spaetzle is a type of egg noodle that is a traditional German dish. The word "spaetzle" means "little sparrows" in English, but they are also called Knöpfle in Germany because they look like little buttons. Spaetzle is a special type of noodle that is enjoyed with sauces and gravies as well as incorporated into a variety of different dishes. It can be served as a side dish or as a main dish with melted cheese and crispy fried onions or with a simple mushroom gravy. Spaetzle is made by mixing together flour, eggs, a tiny bit of water, and salt. The dough is then forced through a spaetzle maker, which is the best way to make homemade spaetzle. However, there are other ways to make spaetzle without one. Spaetzle is boiled in salted water until it floats to the surface, and then it is drained and served.