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 →
Authentic German Jägerschnitzel (Hunter Schnitzel with Mushroom Gravy)
There are four basic kinds of Schnitzel in Germany. Most of them are breaded (regional differences) but how they are served varies. The four most common versions are: Plain (usually pork, Schweineschnitzel, though sometimes veal, Wienerschnitzel, and often served with a … Continue reading →
Authentic Schwäbische Käsespätzle (German Mac and Cheese)
Where I'm from in Stuttgart, Germany this dish is a classic - a quintessential Swabian comfort food dish. Homemade Spätzle are layered with gobs of shredded Emmentaler and geröstete Zwiebeln (caramelized onions) and then baked in the oven. I guess you could say it's … Continue reading →
Swabian-style German Lentils with Spaetzle (Schwäbische Linsen mit Spätzle)
If the national dish of Swabia were put up for vote, Schwäbische Linsen mit Spätzle would certainly be one of the finalists. This was always one of my favorite dishes growing up and any time I make it now it's a nostalgic experience. If you've lived in southern Germany and … Continue reading →
Restaurant-style Schwäbischer Kartoffelsalat (Swabian Potato Salad)
I love potato salad. All kinds. But my all-time favorite is Schwäbischer Kartoffelsalat from the Southern Germany region of Swabia where I grew up (Stuttgart). I'm also the ultimate critic when it comes to potato salads. I've probably eaten this potato salad a couple of … Continue reading →
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