Find lots of easy and quick recipes that you can serve as side dishes. All of these recipes are very quick and easy to make.
If you’ve never made a German Wurstsalat at home, you’re in for a treat. Some recipes don’t look like much at first. A handful of simple ingredients, nothing fancy. And then you taste them, and you wonder where they’ve been all your life. That’s this traditional German Wurstsalat for me. This is my mom’s recipe,…
This German egg salad – or Eiersalat – is absolutely perfect for your Easter brunch, a quick lunch, or whenever you’re wondering what to do with those leftover dyed eggs. With its signature creamy dressing, it is one of those time-tested recipes that isn’t “fancy,” but somehow everyone loves it. Just like my Wurstsalat, original…
Schupfnudeln are traditional German finger potatoes that seem humble, but are unforgettable when made properly and are endlessly versatile. I’ve made Schupfnudeln many times over the years, and getting them truly authentic always comes down to a few key techniques and tips that I am sharing below. My recipe shows you the classic German method…
If you are ready for a show-stopper, you’re going to fall in love with this sourdough garlic rosemary pull-apart bread. It’s everything you want in a pull-apart bread – soft and airy inside, crisp and golden outside, with a hint of garlic, fresh rosemary, and savory cheese in every bite. Whether you serve it warm…
There is nothing better than taking bites out of a crisp on the outside, soft on the inside German potato cakes or Kartoffelpuffer! Because they are simple to make from just a few everyday ingredients, my mom made them often. In fact, growing up in Germany, we would have them for lunch. My younger brother…
This German cucumber salad, or Gurkensalat, is such a refreshing dish. Creamy and tangy but also light with just a little sweetness, this is the kind of salad that you’ll want to make all the time. We love making Gurkensalat, with its cool, crisp taste, as a nice side dish to hearty mains, summer BBQs, or…
Asparagus soup is one of the best ways to get even more deliciousness out of your white asparagus! Instead of tossing the peels, stems, and cooking water, you can turn these flavorful leftovers into a light, silky soup that captures the essence of spring. As a true German, I hate waste and this simple recipe…
With this easy recipe, you’ll be able to turn white asparagus into the most delicious version you’ve ever tasted. If you’ve never tried white asparagus before, you’re in for a real treat! Take it from a German: when the first Spargel hits the markets, the whole country goes absolutely crazy. We even joke that there’s a fifth season in…
Wondering how long to boil potatoes so they’re perfectly tender – not mushy or undercooked? The answer depends on the size of the potatoes and what you’re using them for. Below you’ll find an easy time chart, plus a simple German technique that keeps potatoes from falling apart every time. How Long to Boil Potatoes (Time Chart)…
Follow this easy, step-by-step process to make delicious cold smoked salmon at home. It tastes so much better than store-bought, and there are many different ways to enjoy it! This post was originally published in April 2021. In February 2025, we updated the post to make it easier to read, and also added a recipe…