Classic Potato Pancakes – Kartoffelpfannkuchen, Reibekuchen Classic Potato Pancakes are called Kartoffelpfannkuchen, Kartoffelpuffer or Reibekuchen in Germany. Ingredients for Classic Potato Pancakes: 2 kg (4.4 lb.) of potatoes 2 medium sized onions 1 leveled teaspoon of salt 3 eggs XL 80 g–100 g (2.8 oz–3.4 oz) of all-purpose flour (actual amount depends on size of […]
How to make Homemade Sauerkraut in a Crockpot All you need to prepare Homemade Sauerkraut is white cabbage, salt, and a crockpot. It is essential to use clean gadgets and a fermenting pot cleaned with hot water. Ingredients for 1 kg (2.2 lb) of shredded cabbage: 3 teaspoons (15-20 g) of sea salt OR Canning&Pickling salt […]
Homemade Pretzels with an Oma twist The Homemade Pretzels have been an integral part of German baking for centuries. They are called a Brezel where I come from. They are delicious, especially when combined with any of the traditional main dishes you can find on TheOmaWay.com. As a bread, side dish, or snack, these pretzels […]
German Yeast Dumplings – Hefeknoedel German yeast dumplings are called Hefeknödel in Germany. Ingredients for German Yeast Dumplings: 1 kg (2.2 lbs) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon of sugar 2 pouches of dry yeast, rapid rise 500 ml (16.9 oz) lukewarm water 2 eggs 2 teaspoons of salt Preparation of German Yeast Dumplings: Mix the flour with […]
Traditional German Red Cabbage Recipe – Rotkraut Traditional German Red Cabbage Recipe prepared with bacon, apples, and onions. Red Cabbage is called Rotkraut or Blaukraut in Germany. Ingredients for traditional German Red Cabbage Recipe: 1600 g (3.5 lb.) of red cabbage 1 large onion 3–4 sour apples 150 g (5.2 oz) of thick-cut bacon 2 […]
Homemade Jam and Jellies Recipe – and what to know A variety of methods are known for preparing homemade jam and jellies. June has arrived, and week by week we can witness the ripening of another kind of fruit or berries ready for picking. It starts at the beginning of June with the strawberries, continues […]
German Kartoffelgemuese Sour Potatoes The German Kartoffelgemuese Sour Potatoes can be served as a main dish with ring bologna, Wieners, and Frankfurters or as a side dish to fish. It is also known as “Sour Kartoffelgemuese”. Ingredients for German Kartoffelgemuese Sour Potatoes: 800 g (1.76 lb) of small red potatoes, net weight after boiling and […]
Traditional Dauphine Potatoes The Traditional Dauphine Potatoes are a mixture of a choux and mashed potatoes. They are fried in vegetable shortening or oil. The potatoes are called Dauphine Kartoffeln in Germany. Ingredients for the Traditional Dauphine Potatoes: 500 g (1.1 lb) of potatoes, net weight after peeling and cooking 60 g (2.11 oz) of […]
Poached Egg Recipe – Verlorene Eier To prepare the Poached Egg Recipe can be a challenge. If the water is too cold, the egg yolk will separate from the egg white. If the water is too hot, the egg whites will harden too fast. It takes a little practice to make a perfect poached egg. […]
Homemade Quark Recipe – So easy to make There are different ways of preparing Homemade Quark. I tried several variations using different ingredients, but below is the recipe I like best. Quark has a great flavor and consistency. This Homemade Quark Recipe is prepared with milk and buttermilk. It makes about 400g – 450g (14.1oz […]
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