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Craving a hearty, savory German meal? Find delicious German recipes that are quick, classic and healthy! Cravings conquered.

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    Chocolate Lebkuchen

    Having lived in Germany, I try to keep my German cooking as authentic as possible. This lovely lebkuchen recipe is...


    Slow-Cooker Sauerbraten

    My family is of German Lutheran descent, and although we enjoy this traditional beef roast, I never liked the amount...


    Mini Apple Strudels

    Crisp sheets of phyllo dough surround tender slices of apple in this clever play on strudel. Walnuts and cinnamon enhance...


    “Home Sweet Home” Gingerbread Cottage

    I love to see the end of a project, like this Christmas cottage—but my favorite part is the process. It's...


    Cranberry Glogg

    Winter’s a perfect time to cozy up with a hot drink—and this glogg is our family favorite. It’s heady with...


    Pork Chops and Applesauce

    If you love the lean, tender texture of pork chops but wish they had more flavor to offer, this recipe...


    German-Style Beef Roast

    My grandmother used to make this, and I adapted it for my slow cooker. You’ll love its convenience and great...


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    Inside-Out Stuffed Cabbage

    Preparing stuffed cabbage rolls can be time-consuming, but this version with butternut squash has the classic flavors —and it’s table...

    Homemade Croutons

    With its bold seasoning mix, this basic homemade croutons recipe makes croutons light years better than any you'd buy from...


    Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies

    My mother Esther created this recipe, and I've been making the cookies in her honor every Christmas since then. People...


    Grandma Schwartz’s Rouladen

    This was one of my Grandma Schwartz's recipes. Grandpa Schwartz was a German butcher and this was one of his...


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    Black Forest Cake

    Make a homemade Black Forest cake with chocolate cake, cherry filling and whipped cream. Its impressive, colorful layers make it...


    Oktoberfest Pork Roast

    This recipe was adapted from one my mom used to make when I was growing up. It has all of...


    German Beer Cheese Spread

    We love recipes inspired by our German heritage. This tangy spread is fantastic served alongside everything, including pretzels and pumpernickel...


    Beer & Cheddar Fondue

    This great-tasting beer cheese fondue is my mom's favorite, so I make it for her birthday every year. I like...


    Black Forest Cannoli Parfaits

    My family loves cannoli, but I don't love making the shells. This parfait is an easy way to enjoy the...


    Slow-Cooked Reuben Brats

    Sauerkraut gives these beer-simmered brats a big flavor boost, but it’s the special chili sauce and melted cheese that put...

    Bavarian Apple Torte

    Inspired by German dessert traditions, this Bavarian apple torte features a sweet cookie crust, a tangy cream cheese and apple...


    Make-Ahead Cabbage Rolls

    I've relied on this recipe for years, and my cabbage rolls never fail to impress. As the host of a...


    Slow-Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut

    When cold wind blows outside, this slow-cooker pork and sauerkraut recipe will warm you on the inside. Load the slow...


    Grilled Beer Brats with Kraut

    I made this for my son’s 21st birthday bonfire, which included a dozen buddies. The kraut topping flavors are fabulous....


    Slow-Cooker Ground Beef Stroganoff

    An easy update to a cozy classic, this slow-cooker ground beef Stroganoff is a weeknight lifesaver that's family-approved and nearly...


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    Nebraska’s Stuffed Beef Sandwiches

    When I moved to Nebraska, I discovered many ethnic foods that I had never heard of before. A friend introduced...

    Grandma’s Potato Dumplings

    Don't be surprised if you make too many mashed potatoes on purpose. Day-old rolls and leftover spuds are scrumptious the...


    Pfeffernuesse Cookies

    A German holiday tradition, these fragrant pfeffernuesse cookies pack a warm rush of spices in every bite. Also called peppernuts,...


    Black Forest Sandwich Cookies

    Speed up prep time for these sandwich cookies by using chocolate wafers from the cookie aisle. You can even make...


    Spicy Bavarian Beer Mustard

    Here's a gift that has bite! This spicy beer mustard is great with pretzels or as a condiment for bratwurst....


    Kielbasa Hot Potato Slaw

    I like the challenge of cooking lighter meals that pack big flavor. This one, which came from a dear friend,...


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    Apple Strudel

    The ideal fall recipe has arrived: the apple strudel. Filled with a gooey inside and wrapped in a golden, flaky...