Vegetable Cheese Gratin

Delicious vegetable cheese gratin as we make it in Germany – meatless and lean. Ideal as a vegetarian dish. The vegetable cheese gratin counts only 310 calories per serving.  If you like you may vary the recipe and add different vegetables such as carrots,…

German Sorrel Soup Made from Fresh Sorrel

German Sorrel Soup – Today I found at my local farmers market an interesting herb which I have not seen for ages: Sorrel. This vegetable is of a slightly sour taste, and has some history indeed. After WW II there was not much to eat in Germany, so…

Vegetarian Kohlrabi Stew with Cheese

The vegetarian Kohlrabi Stew with cheese is a great German vegetarian dish. Kohlrabi is a popular vegetable in Germany especially during the winter months. I found it on farmers markets and local produce stores. Kohlrabi can be enjoyed raw as well but it is…

Mushroom Pancakes

Mushroom pancakes or in German “Pilzpuffer” are great for breakfast or brunch German style. This is an original German recipe which I found in a booklet “Kochen mit Ei” (cooking with eggs). Important is that you grind the mushrooms and onion ( such as…

Summer Vegetable Recipe: Fried Green Asparagus

Fried green asparagus is a delicious side dish or a main dish for example with salmon or chicken. In Germany the white asparagus is very popular but the green one has made its way to Germany as well. Try this simple recipe and you…

German Pumpkin Lasagne – Pumpkin Recipes

The German pumpkin lasagne is  a great recipe using pumpkins and the fall season. It is a combination of pumpkin, egg plant and leek, and it is also a  healthy, veggie dish.  If you like pumpkin dishes, this recipe is for you! Happy Cooking….

Tortellini Vegetable Casserole

  This Tortellini vegetable casserole is not really a typical German recipe but the style is definitely German.  This  is one of my favorite casseroles because I love tortellini and vegetable. You can vary this dish with different vegetables like carrots, peas, cauliflower, or…