Florentine Apple Cake (Torta di Mele)
This moist, flavourful Florentine apple cake is a traditional Italian treat, filled with juicy apples, pinenuts, and golden raisins. Adapted from classic Tuscan recipes, this cake...
North Sea Shrimp Salad (Büsumer Krabbensalat)
Here's a little shrimp and cucumber salad starring my most recent obsession - Büsumer Krabben. Tiny little succulent North Sea brown shrimps. Delicious, juicy...they...
Asian Cucumber Noodle Salad
I love the thought of zucchini noodles but I can’t convince my favorite Schwabe of their worthiness. He claims that no zucchini compares to...
Mediterranean Gnocchi Bake
This Mediterranean Gnocchi Bake is the perfect twist on a classic pasta bake. Inspired by the vibrant flavours of Pasta Puttanesca, it brings together...
Vol-au-vent (Königin-Pasteten) with a Creamy Veal and Mushroom Ragout
As a main meal or finger food, it’s representative of a traditional German or French dish made for special occasions or to celebrate a...
How to Cook Potatoes | Tips, Tricks & Easy Fried Potatoes
With over 200 varieties in the USA and Germany, potatoes are the third most important food crop in the world after rice and wheat. Which means,...
Beluga Lentil Salad with Middle Eastern Lemon Dressing
Not just another lentil salad….this Beluga lentil salad has both Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences. And it’s delish.
Za’atar, sumac and cumin provide the flavor...
Sausage and Peppers Pasta
This quick and easy Sausage and Peppers Pasta is the ultimate 35-minute comfort food. it’s a simple pasta recipe with serious flavour. Italian salsiccia...
Oven-Baked Gnocchi with Tomatoes and Feta
Gnocchi friends, here is a simple weeknight gnocchi recipe for you! Oven-baked gnocchi with sweet tomatoes, red onion, garlic and feta. All baked in...
One-Pan Potato Coconut Curry with Spinach
This EASY one-pan potato coconut curry has so much delicious flavor! It’s healthy, plant-based comfort food that tastes AMAZING!! It’s made with both potatoes...
Lemon Risotto with Spinach & Lemon Balm Pesto
This delicious and easy no-stir risotto creation, with its lemony flavor really brings back a touch of summer sunshine. I like to top my...
Baby Cuttlefish with White Wine and Cherry Tomatoes
Cuttlefish, also known as sepia is a relative of the squid and octopus. Not only is it great tasting, it’s easy to cook and...
Vegetarian Black Bean Chili
A vegetarian black bean chili is one of those tried and true comfort food meals. It’s a crowd-pleasing, feel-good and ultra-cozy one-pot dish. Roasted...
Oxheart Cabbage Coleslaw with Apple and Mango
Oxheart cabbage is the one with the pointy head and my absolute favorite cabbage. Actually it’s the only cabbage I buy on a regular...
Asian-Style Broccoli Salad
A simple asian-style broccoli salad tossed in a miso-infused dressing with crunchy toasted almonds. Simple Japanese ingredients like soy sauce, rice vinegar and shiro...
Mediterranean Mixed Bean Salad
Next time you are wondering what to do with that can of beans in your cupboard, go ahead and give this simple, healthy and...
Lentil Chili with Grünkern & Kale
Lentil chili is this simple. It requires just one pot (hallelujah!), some basic ingredients, is totally flexible and comes together in less than 1...
Green Bean Tomato Salad
This simple green bean tomato salad is one of my go-to summer side dish recipes. It’s quick and easy to make, is packed with...
Beetroot Salad with Feta & Walnuts
A simple beetroot salad with feta, walnuts and dill. This salad has the perfect balance of earthy sweet, tangy, and salty flavors! Plus it’s...
Aunt Ilse’s Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing
Was 'Caesar salad' invented by or named after Julius Caesar? Or did it originate from the Italian owner's of Caesar's restaurant in Tijuana?
Whatever the...
