Swabian Sour Potatoes – Saure Kartoffelrädle

Swabian Sour Potatoes

This is a German dish that originated a long time ago. It’s from the time after the second world war ended, the time of a big food shortage. Such times, as bad as they are, created many dishes, and still they are cooked in…

Where to Buy German Bread Online?

brotbox selection

Not long ago I came across bread products that caught my attention. Of course as a German I am missing the nice baked goods. I am still in love with German rolls and bread and, I am sure you know, it’s hard to find…

German Gluten Free Almond Cake

german gluten free almond cake

This German gluten free almond cake is for you if you are sensitive to Gluten. It is easy to make without needing special ingredients. If you cannot get blanched almond slices find them here: Sincerely Nuts Blanched Almonds Sliced 1 LB  – Happy Baking!…

Simple German Pancake Recipe

simple german pancakes

We have several pancake recipes on this website but today I found an authentic German recipe that was too simple to be true! It’s a proven recipe, nothing can fail. Make these pancakes for your Sunday brunch, for a dessert with ice cream and…

Cremeschnitten Classic Recipe

german cremeschnitten

The Cremeschnitten classic recipe is based on filo or phyllo dough and will be filled with vanilla cream. These creamy pastries are a German specialty and you can buy them practically in every German bakery. Trader Joe’s Phyllo Dough is crafted with flour, water…

Swabian Pretzel Rolls – Laugen Weckle from Swabia

Swabian Pretzel Rolls

The Swabian Pretzel rolls are our favorite when it comes to the German baking culture! They taste best when freshly baked with some butter. There are US stores who sell the pretzel rolls but they are not quite the same. Some are too sweet…

German Potato Goulash – Kartoffelgulasch

german potato goulash

Here’s another yummy German dish that is quite popular: You will love the German Potato Goulash dish. It doesn’t contain beef but sausages and potatoes. This Eintopf or stew is seasoned with paprika, marjoram and caraway seeds, and tastes delicious when served with some…

German Rotweinbraten – Braised Beef in Red Wine

rotweinbraten

German Rotweinbraten or Braised Beef in Red Wine is a German dish that is wonderful for the festive/holiday menu. The beef will be marinated for almost one day in a red wine marinade that makes the meat tender, and adds a subtle red wine…