Everybody loves Spring in Germany. The temperatures rise and the first fresh produce gets to the markets. White “Spargel” (Asparagus) is something most Germans are obsessed with. Also, strawberries come into season and are often sold in the towns from little wagons and stands, as well as on markets.
Juicy Rice Salad – Fruchtiger Reis Salat
By Barbara / August 26, 2023
Some time ago, my friend Christine invited all her friends for her baby outing. She also asked her guests to […]
Obatzda Oktoberfest Muffins
By Barbara / September 29, 2022
Obatzda Oktoberfest Muffins bring the taste of Munich’s Oktoberfest into your home or to your party! Obatzda is a cheese
Loaded Ham Rolls with Mashed Potatoes
By Barbara / August 19, 2022
Loaded ham rolls with mashed potatoes is my goto recipe when I have little time to cook.
Strawberry Cream Cake
By Barbara / May 23, 2022
I’ve been baking this strawberry cream cake for the last couple of weeks many times and I thought I should
Creamy Leek Soup
By Barbara / March 11, 2022
The first recipe I was taught in school was this creamy leek soup, aka Cream of Leek. It is very
Creamed Spinach – German Style
By Barbara / March 28, 2023
Wonder how to make delicious creamed spinach? Look no further, I have the perfect recipe for it! Even if you
German Cabbage Salad – Kraut Salad
By Barbara / April 6, 2023
Our German Cabbage Salad is probably the equivalent of the American Cole Slaw. It is served as a side dish
North German Potato Salad (with a cool Hack)
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
The North German Potato Salad contains mayonnaise and differs from the South German Potato Salad which is made with a
White Asparagus Cream Soup
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
A staple of the German soup selection is the asparagus cream soup. It’s a very common soup in restaurants, especially
White Asparagus With Sauce Hollandaise
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
White Asparagus with Sauce Hollandaise is the German’s favorite spring dish! Harvested fresh from the fields and sold at farmers
Rhubarb Meringue Cake
By Barbara / June 4, 2021
Springtime is rhubarb time and I love this rhubarb meringue cake that we make in Germany. It’s pretty easy to
Carrot cake with Spelt Flour – super moist!
By Barbara / March 28, 2023
This is – hands down – the best carrot cake one can bake! It is moist and delicious, has nutritional
German Cheese-Cream Cake – Käsesahnetorte
By Barbara / March 23, 2021
Käsesahnetorte – in English “Cheese-Cream Cake” is the cake that you will always find in a German bakery! It’s a
Arugula Feta Crostini
By Barbara / May 16, 2020
Expecting guests or cravinga hearty snack? Arugula Feta Crostini will be exactly what you need! You can make it within
Goulash or Gulasch – Hungarian Stew
By Barbara / October 9, 2022
As a freezer meal: Let cool completely, then fill into freezer bags or containers. Freeze for up to 6 weeks.
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Obatzda – Bavarian Cheese Spread Recipe
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
In my last video about Pretzel Muffins, you heard me mentioning Obatzda and maybe you were wondering what that is.
Cream Puffs with Sweet or Savory Fillings
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
Cream Puffs are not a German idea. I think it’s from France but I’m not an expert. Anyway, in a
Rote Grütze – Cold Berry Compote
By Barbara / May 18, 2020
Cold Berry Compote is a beloved German dessert, especially enjoyed in summer. Its consistency is like a soft pudding and
South German Potato Salad with Wieners
By Barbara / March 28, 2023
Germany is divided about potato salad, seriously! There is the “South German Potato Salad” (or Munich Potato Salad) with a
Asparagus Soup Recipe
By Barbara / May 16, 2022
Asparagus Soup is part of the German Asparagus Mania … every year in May! About that time, fresh Asparagus comes
Strawberry Cake, traditional German
By Barbara / May 26, 2019
This is probably the most made Strawberry Cake in Germany. Everyone is in love with it because it is easy
Homemade Pasta from Scratch
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
So far I haven’t met anyone who wouldn’t like pasta and making homemade pasta is almost better than eating it!
Egg Salad Recipe – Easy & Delicious
By Barbara / March 11, 2020
Whether you want your egg salad on a sandwich or for a brunch at Easter, this recipe is failproof, fast
Hearty Spinach Cake / Spinach Pie
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
When you think of Cake, you probably expect something sweet but in Germany, Spinach Cake is a hearty meal. When
Snowflake – Hot Verpoorten Egg Schnaps
By Barbara / November 23, 2021
Even in Texas it can get cold and the most delicious way to get warm after a stroll in the
Maultaschen – Swabian Filled Pasta (Ravioli)
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
If I translate the word Maultaschen to English, it would be mouth pockets. Weird! They are basically filled pasta, cooked
Herb Butter & Herb Quark
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
Herbs have a big part in the German cuisine. Two of the most used herb recipes areHerb Butter and Herb
Make Quark from Whole Milk Kefir
By Barbara / December 15, 2021
I found an easy way to make Quark from whole milk kefir and in my opinion it tastes absolutely delicious
Traditional German Rum Pot – Rumtopf
By Barbara / March 2, 2022
Each year, lots of Germans start a Rum Pot during the summer months and enjoy the fruits of their work
Easy Black Forest Cake with Strawberries
By Barbara / May 16, 2022
The Black Forest Cake is world famous and usually requires quite a bit of work. This easy BlackforestCake is a