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READ MOREThere are some desserts that just scream “cozy.” They conjure images of crisp autumn air, a warm kitchen filled with sweet aromas, and a steaming cup of coffee. For me, that dessert is Zwetschgendatschi, a traditional prune tart from Southern Germany. If you’ve never heard of it, you’re in for a treat! Zwetschgendatschi is essentially […]
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READ MOREThere is something deeply satisfying about a perfectly made dumpling. And when it comes to the crispy, chewy, savory goodness of a potsticker (or Guotie), the satisfaction is multiplied tenfold. They are the quintessential Chinese snack—golden-brown on the bottom, tender on the top, and bursting with a flavorful filling. While picking up a bag of […]
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READ MOREThere’s something incredibly satisfying about homemade condiments, and sweet relish is no exception! Forget the store-bought versions; making your own allows you to control the ingredients, customize the flavor, and enjoy that fresh, vibrant taste all year long. Plus, canning it means you’ll have a pantry full of deliciousness ready to elevate your burgers, hot […]
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READ MORELove that briny, slightly spicy kick of peperoncini peppers on your sandwiches, salads, or straight out of the jar? What if I told you that you could capture that amazing flavor in your own kitchen and enjoy it all year long? Making and canning your own peperoncini peppers is surprisingly simple, incredibly rewarding, and yields […]
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READ MOREThere’s nothing quite like the taste of a perfectly ripe, sun-warmed tomato, freshly plucked from your own garden. That incredible flavor, bursting with sweetness and acidity, is a gift that keeps on giving. If you’ve got a bounty of tomatoes this season, you’re in for a treat! We’re not just enjoying them raw – we’re […]
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READ MOREKässpatzen are a delicacy as well as a staple in Austria, Southern Germany and Switzerland. It’s like the German version of Mac ‘n Cheese – just better. Use good quality cheese from the mountainous regions in above countries and you’ll have yourself a feast in under 30 minutes. Quick and easy to make. All it […]
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READ MORESpätzle are a food staple in southern Germany, Austria and parts of Switzerland. Since there’s not much to them, the recipes don’t vary widely as with other dishes. How they’re used on the other hand is a different story. Generally speaking, Spätzle are tiny dumplings made from flour, eggs, water and salt. Does that base-recipe […]
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READ MOREWhile I’m always a fan of the most simple versions of pasta, specifically spaghetti with tomato sauce and spaghetti with olive oil and garlic, every now and then you need a reasonably easy recipe for something a bit more fancy – like seafood pasta. If you happen to have a seafood medley in your freezer […]
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READ MOREAfter we enjoyed the Tacos last night we had some left over. What better to do with them than turning them into a yummy breakfast. Quickly fry up the leftover tacos to turn them into a tostada – you know, those crispy tacos – add some breakfast fare like eggs and bacon and enjoy. […]
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Condiments / No Cooking Required / Preserved / Vegetarian January 10, 2018
READ MOREWho doesn’t like pickles. They go on sandwiches and burgers, mingle well with cheese and make a great snack on the go. This is my mother’s pickle recipe. It’s a very traditional German pickle recipe: less acidic and a little sweeter than American dill pickles. No, it’s not a bread and butter pickle – they’re […]