
Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Vegetables
I appreciate this recipe because it includes a side dish of roasted potatoes, brussels sprouts and carrots, giving me one less dish to think about!
—Janet Tucker, Bellevue, Ohio

Slow-Cooked Sauerkraut Soup
We live in Lancaster County, which has a rich heritage of German culture. Our dishes often include sauerkraut, potatoes and...

Cran-Apple Kraut
A gussied up fresh sauerkraut for a healthy side dish! Make sure you look for a refrigerated variety that has...

Air-Fryer Brats with Beer Gravy
These air-fryer brats are a nod to my German heritage. I serve them with a green vegetable and some french...


Air-Fryer Latkes
These air-fryer latkes have all the savory goodness of a traditional latke, without the oily mess.

Air-Fryer Beef Turnovers
My mom's recipe for these flavorful pockets called for dough made from scratch, but I streamlined it by using refrigerated...

Slow-Cooker Sauerkraut
This slow-cooker sauerkraut recipe was made by a special someone in my life. I was never a fan of sauerkraut...
Blaukraut
Blaukraut is an authentic German dish and it's super simple to make. My mother used to make this blaukraut recipe...

German Buttercream
This German buttercream frosting is super silky and buttery. It's pleasantly sweet, but not overly sweet like some American buttercreams...

Currywurst
When I lived in Berlin, Germany, one of my favorite things to eat was currywurst and pommes frites. After I...


Oktoberfest Casserole
In northeastern Ohio, we love German flavors. This delicious casserole is a trifecta mashup of my favorite dishes. It combines...

Weeknight Goulash
With this recipe, you can put in a full day’s work, run some errands and still get dinner on the...


Obatzda
You don't need to wait for Oktoberfest to enjoy a big bowl of Obatzda, the German beer cheese dip. Have...


Sauerkraut
Love Reubens? Bratwurst? German food? Learn how to make sauerkraut yourself. It's a great way to start preserving at home.

Open-Faced Bratwurst Sandwiches with Beer Gravy
A nod to both my German heritage and classic diner fare, this bratwurst sandwich recipe comes together in a snap...

Slow-Cooker German Bratwurst
I created this old-world favorite based on a dish I had during my travels. The flavorful entree is perfect for...
Polish Kraut with Apples
The combination of apples, sauerkraut and smoked sausage gives this hearty dinner an old-world flavor. I enjoy this, and it's...


Air-Fryer Pork Schnitzel
Crispy, juicy and cooked to golden perfection, this air-fryer pork schnitzel is a healthier take on the classic German dish....

Instant Pot Goulash
Make a comforting pot of savory Instant Pot goulash in just under an hour. Tender beef, rich spices, and a...


Bee Sting Cake
The bee sting cake, or bienenstich, may look daunting, but it's well worth the effort. Take the steps one at...

Martin’s Rhubarb Strudel
Although I have always loved strudel, apple strudel was the only kind I ate for many years. But when my...

Oma’s Marzipan Stollen
My German grandma made this stollen for us when we were young. I love its homey taste and how it...

Grampa’s German-Style Pot Roast
Grampa was of German heritage and loved the old-world recipes his mother gave him. I made a few changes so...

Hungarian Treasure (Szekely Gulyas)
This combination of pork, sauerkraut, sour cream and paprika is heavenly served on buttery egg noodles with or without poppy...

100 Healthy Recipes from Around the World
Take a tour of Europe, Asia and beyond, right in your own kitchen.

Chocolate Lebkuchen Cherry Balls
Here’s my twist on the traditional German holiday lebkuchen—with a surprise inside. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Bavarian Apple-Sausage Hash
This awesome recipe reflects my German roots. In the cooler months, nothing is as comforting as a hearty hash. Serve...

Stollen Butter Rolls
My family members enjoy my stollen so much and say it’s just too good to be served only on holidays....


Pressure-Cooker Sauerbraten
One of my all-time favorite German dishes is sauerbraten, but I don't love that it normally takes five to 10...

Ugly Sweater Cookies
Perhaps the most amazing thing about Ugly Sweater Cookies is how cute they are. Try these classic gingerbreads on for...

Sauerbraten Soup
Sauerbraten and soup are both family favorites. This combines the two, without the long marinating time the traditional beef dish...