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German Red Cabbage

Submitted by: Ardis Stauffer 
If your family likes the sweet-tart flavor found in many German dishes, they'll enjoy this recipe. The cabbage, apples and onions are cooked with vinegar, sugar and a variety of spices-the end result can't be beat! 

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Kaese Spaetzle

Submitted by: NDBR 
A tasty homemade pasta tossed with onion and Emmentaler cheese. A German version of macaroni and cheese. 

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Raspberry Custard Kuchen

Submitted by: Virginia Arndt 
Back where I grew up in Wisconsin, people have been baking this German treat for generations. We love it for breakfast or as a special dessert. It's no fuss to fix and impressive to serve. -Virginia Arndt, Sequim, Washington 

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Sour Cream Peach Kuchen

Submitted by: Cathy Elands 
For an old-fashioned treat, there's nothing that beats my mom's peach kuchen. With a melt-in-your-mouth crust and a lightly sweet filling, this dessert is perfect after a big meal. --Cathy Eland Hightstown, New Jersey 

Fried Cabbage and Egg Noodles

Submitted by: judi 
Home Town: Bangor, Pennsylvania, USA
Living In: Effort, Pennsylvania, USA
This German recipe calls for cabbage to be browned in butter and tossed with egg noodles for a quick and hearty meal. 

Sauerkraut for Canning

Submitted by: MARCIAMOLINA 
Step by step how to make and can your own sauerkraut. 

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Tangy Potato Salad

Submitted by: Monika Grotegeer 
This recipe came from Germany, where it was passed down through our family. My grandmother made it for me when I was a child...my mother modified it...and I added my own touches. It still has authentic German flavor, and it's in demand for every cookout or potluck we attend! 

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Cinnamon Swirl Kuchen

Submitted by: Nancy Brown 
This is an old family recipe that we love to serve for breakfast or brunch. It's moist and keeps well, so you can make it a day ahead. 

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Sugar Zwieback

Submitted by: Maria 
A German, twice-baked cookie with a crisp sugar crust. 

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Springerle V

Submitted by: Shirley 
This is the best tasting, easiest prepared springerle recipe I have baked over the past 35+ years. I use a springerle board for ease, vs. the rolling pin. My friends still love to receive these as gifts each Christmas. 

Filled Cookies III

Submitted by: AJRKJF 
Cute butter cookies filled with a raisin and walnut mixture. 

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Dar's Super Savory Sauerkraut Potato Bake

Submitted by: DarPlocho 
Living In: Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Frozen hash brown potatoes, sauerkraut, and Cheddar cheese are baked in a sour cream sauce in this savory side dish that will stand up to the heartiest of main courses. 

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All Pumpkins' Night Stew

Submitted by: TasteKing 
Living In: Summit, Mississippi, USA
This caraway-flavored beef stew is a German tradition served for Halloween. Its hearty flavors go perfect with the chilly nights of the harvest festival. 

Gluehwein

Submitted by: Eurocook 
Home Town: Cottage Grove, Minnesota, USA
Living In: Bismarck, North Dakota, USA
This tasty mulled-wine is a German Christmas specialty. It is the signature drink at Christmas markets across Germany and it warms you from the inside out! 

Springerle II

Submitted by: Ingrid 
You will need a springerle rolling pin (imprinted with different designs) for these cookies. 

Lebkuchen II

Submitted by: Robin J. 
A traditional German Christmas cookie. 

Springerle IV

Submitted by: Ginny 
This springerle cookie recipe is made with anise oil. 

Mackerel Spread

Submitted by: Catrin 
Home Town: Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
Living In: Madison, Wisconsin, USA
This German smoked mackerel-cream cheese spread goes well on warm, toasted bread! 

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Roulades with Sauerkraut (Vogelsberger Rolle)

Submitted by: anjamizner 
Home Town: Büdingen, Hessen, Germany
Living In: Woodbury, New Jersey, USA
Thin-sliced pork loin is rolled up with sauerkraut, bacon, dill pickle and mustard before being breaded and pan-fried for a new twist on traditional German roulades. 

German Apple-Onion Soup

Submitted by: Cherish 
This beautiful crystal-clear soup can be made without the liquor if you wish. Use the highest-quality ingredients you can find, this is not a time to scrimp. 

 
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