Category: Vegetarian

crusty German rolls
Breads and Pastry, European Cuisine, Germany, Recipes, Vegetarian, Western Europe

German Brötchen: Easy No-Knead Homemade Rolls

There’s nothing quite like the scent of fresh Brötchen wafting through a German bakery in the early morning—crisp crusts, golden tops, and that unmistakable aroma of warmth and tradition. I’ve always loved those crusty rolls, especially the ones with a crackly exterior and soft, airy crumb. But when I’m far from my favorite German bakery, I turn to my own kitchen. These no-knead rolls are … Continue reading German Brötchen: Easy No-Knead Homemade Rolls

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German egg salad with dill and pickle
European Cuisine, Germany, Northern Europe, Recipes, Salads, Spreads, Vegetarian

Authentic German Egg Salad with Dill

A Taste of Tradition: German Egg Salad with Fresh Dill There’s something joyful about discovering fresh herbs during the colder months—particularly in November when an indoor farmers market presents you with aromatic bunches of dill. I couldn’t help but take two home, stashing one in the freezer for wintertime soups and stews, while allowing the other to inspire a traditional comfort: German Egg Salad. This … Continue reading Authentic German Egg Salad with Dill

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Palatschinken, sweet Austrian pancake dessert
Austria, Desserts, European Cuisine, Northern Europe, Recipes, Vegetarian

Palatschinken, a sweet Austrian Pancake Dessert

Palatschinken are Austria’s answer to Crêpes—thin, delicate pancakes that are slightly thicker than French Crêpes but thinner than American pancakes. They’re traditionally served rolled up like jelly rolls, filled with sweet or savory fillings, and dusted with powdered sugar. Last October, I spent some time at a B&B in Austria close to Salzburg. The charming Alpine-style house reminded me of my favorite TV series, “Der … Continue reading Palatschinken, a sweet Austrian Pancake Dessert

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Pumpkin Spätzle
European Cuisine, Germany, Northern Europe, Recipes, Side dish, Vegetarian

Delicious Pumpkin Spätzle Recipe for Autumn

I don’t know what possessed me today. Maybe it was the crisp Autumn air, maybe the golden leaves swirling outside—or maybe it was the shiny new Spätzle maker I picked up at a warehouse sale. Whatever it was, I found myself in the kitchen, apron on, ready to try something new: Pumpkin Spätzle, shaped as Knöpfle—those charming little buttons made of dough that are as … Continue reading Delicious Pumpkin Spätzle Recipe for Autumn

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Buchteln, sweet baked yeast dumpling in vanilla sauce
Austria, Breads and Pastry, Desserts, European Cuisine, Germany, Recipes, Vegetarian, Western Europe

A Taste of Vienna: The Buchteln that followed me Home

Vienna has a way of slowing time. You enter a traditional coffee house, and the world softens — marble tables, dark wood paneling, waiters in crisp jackets, and the gentle clatter of silver spoons against porcelain cups. One chilly afternoon, I settled into a corner seat, watching the city pass by outside when a plate of warm Buchteln arrived at my table. They looked almost … Continue reading A Taste of Vienna: The Buchteln that followed me Home

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French baguette
Breads and Pastry, European Cuisine, France, Recipes, Vegetarian

Authentic French Baguette (no knead)

When I gave baking classes several years ago, I invited about 10 Ladies over to bake breads and baguettes. I had prepared the dough a day before, so I did my demonstration The house smelled heavenly while baking. Afterward, we all sat down. We tasted the freshly baked bread with some of my homemade French Liver Pate and Cheeses. While preparing my German Bauernbrot I … Continue reading Authentic French Baguette (no knead)

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Potato gratin
European Cuisine, France, Recipes, Side dish, Vegetable, Vegetarian, Western Europe

Gratin Dauphinois, a French Potato Casserole

On a crisp autumn journey through the Black Forest, en route to the storybook town of Colmar, I tasted a dish that felt like a warm embrace: Gratin Dauphinois. This creamy potato casserole, hailing from the Dauphiné region in southeastern France, is simplicity at its most elegant. With just a handful of ingredients—potatoes, cream, garlic, and a touch of butter—it transforms into a side dish … Continue reading Gratin Dauphinois, a French Potato Casserole

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Gnocchi
European Cuisine, Italy, Recipes, Side dish, Vegetarian

Gnocchi di Patate, a potato pasta with Italian origin

Gnocchi, pronounced “Njocki” rather than “Gnotschi”, is the Italian variant of Nocken. In Italy, three main variants are distinguished: Gnocchi di Patate made from potatoes, Gnocchi di Polenta made from corn semolina and Gnocchi alla Romana (Roman wheat semolina dumplings). Continue reading Gnocchi di Patate, a potato pasta with Italian origin

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