all classic german recipes
There’s nothing better than a Sunday roast! Today, I’m sharing my recipe for homemade beef goulash, inspired by a recipe from german chef Alfons Schuhbeck, but with a few tweaks to suit my personal taste. This goulash is juicy, tender, and downright irresistible. So, what are we waiting for? The key to a delicious goulash […]
A moist chocolate cake in a loaf pan is a classic that is simply irresistible at any time. My recipe not only promises a super moist and chocolatey taste but also uncomplicated preparation. So it’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cosy afternoon coffee or a festive celebration with a bit of chocolate glaze
If you’re looking for a simple and delicious side dish that everyone will love, then I have the perfect recipe for you: crispy oven-roasted beets! However, before I start, I have to confess two things: So, let’s start: How healthy are those beets? Beetroot, also known as beets or beet, is not only super tasty
Granola bars are the perfect snack for on the go, in between meals or after exercise. But most bars available in stores are often real sugar bombs. But I got you as you can easily make healthy muesli bars yourself that are not only delicious but also sugar-free. Here I’ll show you how healthy homemade
Christmas is just around the corner again, and what could be nicer than filling the house with the wonderful smell of freshly baked vanilla crescents? These tender, crumbly croissants are enjoyed by the whole family and are a true classic at Christmas time. The best part? They are super easy to prepare! In this blog
A summer salad with baked goat cheese is one of the dishes I love to order in restaurants. Because until recently I had no idea how easy and quick it was to make! This beautiful salad with goat cheese and raspberries is simply a taste revelation. The sweet freshness of the raspberries harmonizes perfectly with
Do you also like office lunch salads? Because I am pretty sure, that you know that special feeling too, don’t you? It’s morning and you’re like- oh my gosh, I didn’t remember to prepare lunch for the office again? And I don’t want another food coma at lunchtime, so I like to have salads for
Are you looking for a recipe for a classic chicken fricassee? Which tastes just like while growing up? Then I have just the recipe for you! I got the recipe from my mom and it’s also our family recipe. You could also say a chicken fricassee like grandma used to make. Or simply: just like
Are you looking for THE Bavarian pork roast with a crunchy crust recipe? Then I have just the right thing for you! It’s super crispy on the outside and it just tastes like it’s in a really good German Wirtshaus! What makes this pork roast so special? Besides being really easy to make? It’s THE
Do you already know my German Spitzbuben? Along with coconut macaroons, these are my absolute favourite Christmas cookies of all time. They are also often called Linzer cookies or Hilda rolls in Germany. Or Jam cookies. as they are filled with Jam. These are also the cookies I bake every year, no matter where I
I’m pretty sure you’ve met Popovers aka Pfitzauf somewhere! Pfitz-what? Swabian Pfitzauf or better known as popovers in the US. This is one of those dishes that come in different forms in different countries. In England, they are salty as Yorkshire pudding and a must-have for your classic Sunday roast. In America also as a
Don’t you sometimes just feel like something quick and easy? Then how about something like chicken with white wine and cream sauce? Everyone likes it here, so this is one of my favourite solutions when I have no idea what to cook. And especially when I need something quick and easy. I often make a
Are you looking for a delicious Christmas cookie recipe? How about some classic German coconut macaroons with a chocolate glaze? They are quick and easy to prepare thanks to the use of the piping bag! They are simply irresistible as they are crispy on the outside and packed with flavour on the inside. They are
Have you ever prepared a roasted goose all by yourself? I’ve been “allowed” to prepare our roasted goose at Christmas Eve for 7 years straight now, and since then I’ve always made it according to a recipe by Johann Lafer, which I’ve modified over the years. For example, he uses soy sauce and molasses, which
Are you looking for a delicious Quiche Lorraine recipe? Then I have just the right thing for you! A Quiche Lorraine with leeks and bacon. Add a crunchy salad (find a small selection here) and a glass of white wine, wonderful! Of course, as always, this Quiche is pretty easy to make, and as I’ve
My home is beautiful Upper Swabia and I simply love the Swabian recipes. For me, the kitchen is not only a feeling of home, but also pure comfort food. Not only is it hearty, it can also be lighter, so there is something for every taste. From spaetzle to Swabian pasta, Maultaschen, lentils or even
Whether as a snack straight from the fridge in between, or as a classic Swabian dish with a potato salad, and also some gravy, they are just delicious!
Are you looking for a great rhubarb cake recipe? Then you are at the right spot here! Because for me (and for my family) this is the best rhubarb cake ever. Promise! This recipe actually came from my mom (thanks for sharing) and for us this cake screams spring. It tastes really fresh, and the
You probably know German Buchteln from skiing, don’t you? If not, then it’s definitely time you got to know them!They are like small sweet dumplings made from a yeast dough. A plum compote or a delicious vanilla sauce goes pretty well with it. But what exactly are German Buchteln? This is what Wikipedia says about
For me as a Swabian (south of Germany) there is (almost) nothing more delicious than Swabian Spaetzle. They go with simply everything and are the perfect side dish! And they are not that hard to prepare as well and the ideal comfort food. But, what are Swabian Spätzle? Swabian Spätzle is a type of German
