German Pancake Soup (Flädlesuppe)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, salt, and nutmeg until smooth and lump-free. Rest batter for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Melt a little butter in a skillet over medium heat. Pour a thin layer of batter and cook for 2 minutes until lightly golden on both sides.

3. 3

   Transfer the finished pancakes to a wooden board and allow them to cool slightly until warm and easy to handle.

4. 4

   Roll each pancake tightly into a log and cut crosswise into thin ribbons about half a centimeter wide.

5. 5

   Pour the vegetable broth into a saucepan and heat over medium-high heat until hot and gently simmering.

6. 6

   Divide the sliced pancake ribbons into four bowls, pour the boiling broth over them, sprinkle with chopped chives, and serve immediately.