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A German Sausage Salad is a true delicacy. With my easy recipe, you'll have a delicious salad on the table in just 15 minutes—just like grandma used to make. Paired with some good bread, this sausage salad is a classic German Abendbrot (evening meal). Common in southern Germany, it's one of those dishes you often see served in beer gardens, usually with a slice of dark brown rye bread and...

This traditional German potato salad with cucumber is a simple, satisfying dish that’s loved all over Germany. Here you’ll find the authentic recipe for classic Swabian potato salad. Potato salad is a staple in German cooking and a must-have at many Christmas dinners. It’s typically prepared in one of two ways: with a rich mayonnaise dressing or, as in this Swabian version, with a vinegar and broth-based dressing. The broth...

These wholesome bran muffins are everything we want in a feel-good breakfast muffin: soft, not too sweet, and packed with fiber-rich goodness. Made with ripe bananas, grated carrots, wheat bran, and a touch of applesauce, they’re naturally moist and full of flavor. Plant-based milk and cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg tie it all together for the kind of muffin that feels indulgent — but isn’t. Whether you’re meal prepping...

This Chili con Carne is what I turn to when I want something hearty, bold, and deeply comforting. Made with ground beef, smoky bacon, tender beans, and just the right mix of spices, it’s everything I love in a classic beef chili. It’s cozy and satisfying, but still quick and easy enough to pull together on a weeknight. Plus, it makes the kind of leftovers that taste even better the next...

Tortellini in Gorgonzola Cream Sauce is my go-to for an easy, creamy pasta dinner. It’s packed with cheese tortellini, a rich Gorgonzola cream sauce, sweet grapes, fresh spinach, and toasted nuts—ready in under 30 minutes and totally comforting. The grapes might surprise you, but trust me—they’re the secret to balancing the bold, salty richness of the cheese with a burst of juicy sweetness. Add in a handful of greens...

I love a good potato salad, and this Creamy Potato Salad with Mayo, Dill and Capers is one of my new favourites. Tender potatoes are tossed in a light and creamy mayonnaise dressing with briny capers, chopped dill pickles, fresh herbs, and a little red onion for just the right amount of bite. It’s a simple, satisfying side dish that comes together in about 30 minutes—perfect for barbecues, weeknight dinners, or...