An very traditional and rustic recipe, this old-fashioned German fruit and nut bread is deliciously dense, chewy, moist and flavorful. A labor of love worth every effort! This is a very old-fashioned, very rustic bread from where I grew up in the Swabia region of … Continue reading →
Chocolate Marzipan Truffles
Making your own marzipan from scratch couldn't be simpler. And then all that's left to do is dip them in chocolate and you have the most delicious chocolate marzipan truffles ever! Chocolate covered marzipan is practically a staple confection in Germany, especially … Continue reading →
Neiman Marcus Dip (Almond Bacon Cheese Spread)
This dip also goes by the name “Million Dollar Dip” because that’s how many people feel about it. And we couldn’t agree more! I was craving a savory, cheesy snack the other day. I opened the fridge and noticed some bacon along with a block of cheddar and a wedge of … Continue reading →
Gebrannte Mandeln (German Candied Almonds)
Growing up in Germany, I went to the Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas market) with my family every year. Home was Stuttgart which proudly boasts one of the oldest and largest Christmas markets in Germany, but we also loved visiting other Christmas markets around the country. … Continue reading →
Vanillekipferl (Austrian Vanilla Crescent Cookies)
Popular throughout Austria, Germany, the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia and Hungary, these cookies are a popular favorite, especially at Christmastime, though enjoyed year-round and found in virtually every Viennese coffee house. Growing up in Germany, we made these … Continue reading →
Steak Salad with Spinach & Roasted Butternut Squash
Thank you to New Seasons Market for sponsoring this post. It's approaching the end of September and Autumn is definitely in the air. One of the things I always look forward to come autumn, aside from the beautiful fall foliage and the excuse to eat lots of hearty soups … Continue reading →
Mandelhörnchen (Chocolate-Dipped Marzipan Almond Horns)
Marzipan lovers, here's another one you've got to try! Mandelhörnchen, German for almond horns, are a naturally gluten-free sweet treat made out of marzipan, almond meal and sugar, then rolled in almond flakes and the two ends dipped in chocolate. Popular throughout … Continue reading →
Authentic Zimtsterne (German Cinnamon Star Cookies)
It's that time of year to roll up your sleeves and get ready to fill your kitchen and home with the aroma of Christmas baking! The smell of cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, fennel seed and star anise are what remind me most of Christmas because they are the smells, along with … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken Salad
Thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post and to my readers for supporting the brands that help make The Daring Gourmet possible! Moroccan food is just downright delicious. It's considered among the most diverse cuisines in the world, the reason being that for … Continue reading →
Marzipankartoffeln (Chocolate Dusted Marzipan Potatoes)
Move over cookie dough and marzipan lovers unite! Those of you who have been making my homemade marzipan know how addictive this stuff is. And what's so great about it is that it's so doggone easy to make. Delicious, fast and easy - now that's a winning combination! Here's … Continue reading →
Authentic Nürnberger Elisenlebkuchen (German Lebkuchen)
Dating back to the 14th century in Nuremberg, Elisenlebkuchen (German Lebkuchen) have stood the test of time as one of Germany's most popular and beloved of all Christmas treats! Having grown up in Germany it's the Christmas season when I get the most homesick. The … Continue reading →
Whole Grain Almond Fruit Bars
Thank you to the J.M. Smucker Company for sponsoring this post! Last week I posted the recipe for my Lemon Millet Fig Cake with Walnuts and Candied Ginger and mentioned that I was planning on making some fruit bars next. I like homemade fruit bars and wanted to … Continue reading →
BEST Homemade Marzipan and Almond Paste
Growing up in Germany, home to the world's most famous marzipan, I was practically raised on this stuff. Well, not really, but I wouldn't have protested had my parents tried :) If you're looking for an authentic marzipan recipe that's easy to make, is much cheaper than … Continue reading →
Australian Almond Anzac Biscuits (Cookies)
Baked by Australian wives during World War I for their soldiers overseas, these cookies were made without eggs to enable them to endure the long shipping times. … Continue reading →
Easy Indian Chicken Biryani
Thank you to Uncle Ben's for sponsoring this post! Biryani is a super popular dish across the globe and that's no surprise. With its heavenly aroma and its mouth-watering flavor combinations, biryani is simply delicious. Today I'm sharing an Easy Indian Chicken … Continue reading →
Toasted Almond Honey Cake
A tender, moist and thoroughly scrumptious cake with a distinct honey flavor and toasted almonds. … Continue reading →
Cranberry (or Cherry) Almond Streusel Cake
Cranberries, another highly nutritious "superfruit", are nestled in this moist butter and sour cream-based streusel cake along with ground almonds and a hint of orange. This cake was no sooner placed on the cake platter than it was stampeded by the clatter of eager forks … Continue reading →
Bobotie (South African Meatloaf Casserole)
"You say 'bo-bo-tee', I say 'bo-boo-tie'...let's call the whole thing off!" But wait, let's not! Because no matter how you pronounce it, Bobotie is much too delicious to be the cause of our parting! … Continue reading →
Mega Healthy Honey Olive Quinoa Cake
My family's health is of utmost importance to me, especially my kids' health. I'm always looking for creative ways to incorporate healthy ingredients into my cooking and baking. This cake is no exception and I can't begin to tell you how excited I am about it! I felt like … Continue reading →
Moroccan Chicken, Apricot and Almond Tagine
Moroccan cuisine is considered to be one of the most diversified cuisines in the world. This is because for centuries Morocco has been very interactive with other nations and has embraced and integrated many different cultural influences, not only in its foods but its art, … Continue reading →
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