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Insider Recipes
Brand new recipes, only found here!
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Baked Rice Pudding (Milchreis aus dem Ofen)
Oma's Easy Sugar Cookie Recipe
Make-Ahead Ham and Asparagus Crepes
The Recipe Library
All recipes are ad-free, with cooking mode, print 4x6 and 8.5x11 recipe cards, with commenting and ratings.
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Dill Pickle Soup (Dillgurkensuppe)
Bacon-Wrapped Belgian Endive & Dip (Chicorée mit Senfdip)
Vegan Marble Cake (Veganer Marmorkuchen)
Baked Rice Pudding (Milchreis aus dem Ofen)
Oma's Easy Sugar Cookie Recipe
Make-Ahead Ham and Asparagus Crepes
Pressure Cooked Pork Roast  (Schnellkochtopf Schweinebraten)
Kasseler-Style Peameal Bacon Roast with Sauerkraut
Leek and Lentil Stew with Potatoes, Vegan (Linsentopf mit Lauch)
Roasted Fennel (Gerösteter Fenchel)
Oma's Monday Musings
Oma Gerhild opens up about her life, love, and faith.
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Wurstsalat and a Deli Memory
May 25, 2026

A slice of lyonerwurst and a small deli ritual that came rushing back in Oberammergau with one plate of wurstsalat.

Rote Grütze and a Little Hallig
May 18, 2026

A walk across the seafloor followed by a bowl of rote grütze and one of those memories that never really leaves.

Coloring Through Germany and One Small Question
May 11, 2026

A coloring page, a box of crayons, and the quiet moment my little Schatz first asked about Germany.

Kale, Sausage Soup and an Old Wringer Washer
May 04, 2026

An old wringer washer, a big garden, and the kale soup that still brings those years right back.

Hoppel Poppel and Making Do Well
Apr 27, 2026

Potatoes, leftovers, and a little quiet wisdom about turning what you have into something good.

Potato Dumplings and Hidden Gifts
Apr 18, 2026

A mistaken first impression, and the potato dumplings that remind me good things can be hidden in the middle.

Cabbage Rolls and the Old Way
Apr 13, 2026

A small promise after church, and the cabbage rolls that brought me right back to Mutti’s kitchen.

Blitz Torte and One Proud Baker
Apr 06, 2026

A confident eleven-year-old, a bowl of runny egg whites, and the lesson that stayed with me.

Frikadellen and One Stale Idea
Mar 30, 2026

One German word, one long-held assumption, and the frikadellen dinner that made me think again.

Sauerteigbrot and a Bumpy Season
Mar 23, 2026

A sticky old molasses memory and the simple bread-and-salad meal that suits us.

The Heimweh Letters
Join the storytelling of Eran as he follows the pull of family, Germany, and the heritage that keeps calling him back.
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Confidence and Schnitzel
Apr 14, 2026

I may not know Paw Patrol like my toddler, but at least I can give him a comprehensive answer to what a schnitzel is. 

The Marzipan of Lübeck and Hazelnut Torte
Apr 07, 2026

While I glare at a judgmental salad, the marzipan of Lübeck and Hazelnut Torte make a far stronger case.

Good News for March 2026
Mar 31, 2026

Giving up social media for Lent didn’t fix my soul, but it did make Germany’s quieter bits of good news easier to notice.

The Mosel Valley and Munich
Mar 24, 2026

Munich brings the energy, Cochem brings the exhale, and I’m apparently loyal to anywhere not ending in a gift shop.

Cologne and Flatladen
Mar 17, 2026

Some things deserve patience, but for everything else, there’s Cologne and Flatladen, which skips the waiting quite nicely.

Spring Road Trips and Easter Lamb Cake
Mar 10, 2026

Spring doesn’t have to mean full renewal, sometimes cleaning one appliance and ordering an Osterlamm mold counts as growth.

Sommertagszug and Reisfleisch
Mar 03, 2026

Spring may still look doubtful, but burning a snowman and eating Reisfleisch feels like a reasonable response.

Legacy and Famous Germans
Feb 24, 2026

You can spend years being sensible, yet one muddy disaster or oversized project still ends up writing your obituary.

Lent and Pancakes
Feb 17, 2026

Giving up social media for Lent feels more practical than holy. And these days, a little less algorithmic noise sounds pretty relaxing right about now.

Castles in Movies
Feb 10, 2026

For some people it’s beaches, for others it's food, but German castles with film credits are hard to beat for me.

In the Kitchen Videos
Exclusive, bite-sized video hints, tips and more for every kitchen and home!
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Picking the right potatoes
May 05, 2026

Not sure which potatoes to use for German recipes? Here’s how to choose waxy, starchy, or all-purpose potatoes.

Gummy spätzle?
May 05, 2026

Is your Spätzle gummy? Learn the main causes and how to get tender, proper Spätzle instead of sticky noodles.

Schmand and its substitutes
May 05, 2026

What is schmand, and what can you use instead? Here’s the best swap for hot dishes, cold dishes, baking, and more.

Quark and its substitutes
May 04, 2026

What is Quark, and what can you use instead? Learn the best substitutes for baking, fillings, frostings, and more.

Three types of yeast?
Apr 30, 2026

Confused about yeast? Learn the difference between active dry, instant, and fresh yeast, and how to use each one.

Spätzle without a press
Apr 29, 2026

No spätzle press? Learn easy ways to make homemade spätzle with tools you likely already have in your kitchen.

How to measure flour?
Apr 24, 2026

Learn how to measure flour the right way for baking. Use a scale, or fluff, spoon, and level for better results every time.

How to fix gravy that’s too thick
Apr 13, 2026

Is your gravy too thick? Here’s how to thin it properly without washing out the flavor or ruining the texture.

German pantry staples?
Apr 13, 2026

Learn which pantry staples make German cooking easier, from broth and mustard to paprika, nutmeg, and sauerkraut.

My yeast dough is sticky!
Apr 09, 2026

Is your yeast dough sticky? Learn why it happens and how to fix it without adding too much extra flour.

Being German at Heart
Rediscover and pass on what matters most in German culture through stories, food and traditions.
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Spargelzeit: Germany's White Asparagus Season
Apr 10, 2026

White asparagus sounds overhyped until you cook it properly, then Germany’s seasonal obsession starts looking perfectly reasonable.

German Easter Recipes That Make it to the Table
Apr 02, 2026

German Easter food takes a pleasantly overcommitted approach, turning one holiday meal into an entire week of edible structure.

Armchair Travels
Discover your Germany, from near and far.
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Standing Where They Stood: Planning a Heritage Trip to Germany
Apr 14, 2026

A heritage trip to Germany doesn't just fill your camera roll; it's about standing where your family’s story began.

9 Unique Things to do in Germany (That Aren't Beer Halls & Castles)
Mar 02, 2026

Germany’s classic destinations are fine, but the country’s stranger attractions usually make better stories than another castle and beer hall.

Daily Dose of Deutsch
Discover new words, and new things about words you thought you knew!
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Würstchen
Jun 02, 2026

“little sausage”    

Dönekens
May 31, 2026

“little stories”

Dampfnudel
May 30, 2026

“steam noodle”

Bemme
May 29, 2026

“slice of bread”

Schmankerl
May 28, 2026

“a little delicacy”

Mutschekiepchen
May 27, 2026

“little cow” or “little calf”

Schwätzchen
May 26, 2026

“little chat”  

Kopfkino
May 24, 2026

“head cinema”  

Pfennigfuchser
May 23, 2026

“penny foxer”

Schmunzeln
May 22, 2026

“a small smile”

Kitchen Table Talk
Shared stories, conversations, and spotlights from our community
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Heidi's Story: From the North Sea to Northern Quebec
May 04, 2026

Heidi's story begins in North Frisia, not far from the North Sea, in a small village called Büttjebüllfeld...

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