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Smashed Potato Salad

Dear Oma - I love both kinds of potato salad and have come across a 3rd version my family likes. My beloved grosmutter und grosvader emigrated to

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German Christmas

Yes, we have real Christmas trees and real candles, not false ones. Every room has a door, so the parents can put up the Christmas tree before the evening

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Sauerbraten

My grandmother always made Sauerbraten but did not leave a recipe. I tried for many years to find one that tasted like hers. Loads of expriements until

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Cucumber and Dill Pickle Salad (Gurkensalat mit Gewürzgurken)

Cucumber dill pickle salad in white bowl with fork on the side

This cucumber salad with pickles is creamy, crunchy, and full of fresh flavor. It makes an easy side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite German-inspired meals.

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Cream of Mushroom Soup Recipe – Oma's Champignon-Cremesuppe Rezept.

Cream of mushroom soup recipe

Looking for cream of mushroom soup recipe? Here's a quick one that's so delicious. AND, a super quick one you'll love to make!

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Easy Cream of Celery Soup Recipe – Oma's Selleriesuppe Rezept*

Oma's celery soup is a wonderful hearty meal

This creamy German Cream of Celery Soup recipe makes a wonderful light supper. Serve a salad on the side, some crispy crackers, and fruit to finish, and you'll have a happy and satisfied family!

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Aunt Flossie's Sauerkraut Salad

This is a very old recipe from my Aunt Flossie Kennedy. She wasn't a blood aunt, but a very good friend of my Mom and I always called her Aunt Flossie.

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German Creamed Cabbage Recipe (Rahmwirsing) with Savoy Cabbage

Plate of German creamed cabbage served with pork chop, gravy, and boiled potatoes.

Oma's creamed cabbage recipe with Savoy cabbage, cream and nutmeg. Only 5 ingredients, no flour, naturally gluten-free, and ready in about 30 minutes.

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Dill Pickle Coleslaw (Dillgurken-Krautsalat)

Dill pickle coleslaw served with German pork chops and potato salad

Dill Pickle Coleslaw boasts cabbage, carrots, and pickles, topped with a creamy, Northern-inspired mayonnaise dressing. It's refreshingly perfect for all summer ventures!

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Authentic German Bratwurst and Sauerkraut Recipe

German Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, and Mashed Potatoes

Oma’s German bratwurst and sauerkraut recipe with authentic flavors in this dish of hearty bratwurst, tangy sauerkraut, and apples, that popular throughout Germany.

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Traditional German Red Cabbage Recipe – Oma's Rotkohl Rezept

German red cabbage is such a traditional side dish.

The red cabbage recipe (rotkohl) is sweet, tangy, and easy to make. A German classic with big flavor and little fuss—just how Oma likes it!

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Easy Homemade German Marzipan Recipe in 5 Minutes

Sliced homemade German marzipan ready to eat or use in recipes

Make this easy homemade German marzipan recipe in 5 minutes using almond flour and powdered sugar. Naturally vegan, eggless, and delicious.

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Quick German Refrigerator Pickles (Schüttelgurken)

Quick German refrigerator pickles with red onion, dill, and mustard seeds in a glass jar

Quick German refrigerator pickles, or schüttelgurken, are just the thing when you want plenty of pickle flavor without cooking, canning, or fermenting anything.

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Saure Klopse - Sour Meatballs

I was born in Berlin and came to Canada with my parents at the age of nine. I always looked forward to dinner when mom made Saure Klopse. My older son

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Recent Articles

  1. Smashed Potato Salad

    Oct 28, 26 10:02 PM

    Dear Oma - I love both kinds of potato salad and have come across a 3rd version my family likes. My beloved grosmutter und grosvader emigrated to

    Read More

  2. German Christmas

    Oct 22, 26 09:23 AM

    Yes, we have real Christmas trees and real candles, not false ones. Every room has a door, so the parents can put up the Christmas tree before the evening

    Read More

  3. Sauerbraten

    Oct 15, 26 07:54 AM

    My grandmother always made Sauerbraten but did not leave a recipe. I tried for many years to find one that tasted like hers. Loads of expriements until

    Read More

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