Food in Swabia is world renowned and is often described as very hearty and rich in tradition. Recipes have been handed down from generation to generation. They often only include a few ingredients or they are a combination of multiple recipes. Much loved by the Swabians are soups. There are many variations of soups, many of which include pasta … [Read more...]

Paprikaschnitzel is a schnitzel served with a spicy sauce of bell peppers and onions. Great for fall or any time you crave something delicious! Ingredients: 2 veal cutlets 1 egg breadcrumbs for coating oil 1/4 green bell pepper, diced 1/4 yellow bell pepper, diced 1/4 white onion, diced 1 tomato, seeded and diced up to 1/2 cup beef … [Read more...]

Jägerschnitzel means “hunter’s cutlets” in German, and the dish was originally made with venison or wild boar backstrap, pounded thin.  Jägerschnitzel at its core is a thin cutlet of meat served with a mushroom gravy. Potatoes — boiled, mashed or in a salad — are a traditional side dish. It is a manly meal, and the only green thing allowed is, … [Read more...]

Zwiebelkuchen (onion cake, onion pie or onion tart) is a typical early fall specialty. It is made of sauteed onions with cream, egg and bacon on a rich yeast dough crust. It is usually served with Neuer Wein ("new wine"). Ingredients: Dough: 3 cups flour (400 g) 1 1/2 tsp. instant yeast 1 tsp. salt 1 1/2 cups lukewarm … [Read more...]

In Germany, roast goose is called Gänsebraten. It is traditionally stuffed with onions, chestnuts, and apples; and it is seasoned with salt, pepper, marjoram, and barely much else. It may be topped with goose or cranberry gravy or red cabbage.Ingredients: 1 large 8 lbs goose1 teaspoon or adjust to taste salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon or as desired … [Read more...]

Fragrant with nutmeg and marjoram, this creamy potato soup gets a zesty kick from a grating of fresh horseradish root. After cooking, it's whipped into a smooth, airy froth. Ingredients: 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped 1/2 leek, white and light green parts only, cut into 1" … [Read more...]

There is nothing quite like the Holsteiner Schnitzel recipe. It’s a 19th century variation on the classic Wiener schnitzel, created for Herr Holstein (Baron Holstein actually), who apparently liked eggs and anchovies on his schnitzel. Ingredients: 1 cup flour 1 cup fresh bread crumbs ½ cup milk 6 eggs 4 (3-oz.), 1/8" thick veal … [Read more...]

A one-pot meal, boiled beef with vegetables with a creamy green herb and chopped egg sauce. Typical dish from Hesse, Germany. Ingredients: 1 kg top round roast 1 leek, cleaned, trimmed and chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 1 bay leaf 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 turnip, peeled and chopped 2 onions, peeled and quartered 1 teaspoon … [Read more...]

Are you in the mood for a comforting, hearty dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its unique blend of flavors? Look no further than this delectable Mushroom Spätzle Pan recipe, a culinary masterpiece that combines the earthy goodness of mushrooms with the traditional German delight of Spätzle. This recipe is more than just a meal; it's a … [Read more...]

Ingredients: *-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-* 1 kg potatoes one large leek 2 carrots 1/4 of a celery root one bunch of your favorite greens (dill, parsley) 6–7 cups of chicken broth 4–5 slices of thick cut bacon bacon bat from the cooked bacon 1/4 cup of cream salt and pepper to taste olive oil German Wieners or a fairly … [Read more...]