FOCACCIA with Olive Herb L Focaccia with olive herb

FOCACCIA with Olive Herb L Focaccia with olive herb

Focaccia is a flat oven-baked Italian breadserved as a side or (depending on whether you top it with herbs, veggies and fruits or not) made into a sandwich. Basically, it only requires five ingredientsflour, water, yeast, olive oil and salt. Accordingly, my rustic Herb Focaccia recipe is easy to make and to adapt with whatever…

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White Chocolate Cupcakes

White chocolate cupcakes – just hearing the name makes my mouth water! Sweet, creamy, elegant, and utterly delicious. If you love white chocolate as much as we do, you definitely need to try this recipe! I originally shared this recipe in 2012 (check out the “not-so-great” old photo 😉), and I’ve been perfecting it ever…

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Selleriesalat (German Celery Root Salad)

Selleriesalat (German Celery Root Salad)

Celery root salad, known as Selleriesalat in German, is a classic and simple German dish. This version is made with a light, creamy dressing and goes well as an appetizer or side dish with many different meals. This salad is an old-style recipe from my Oma’s generation. We really enjoy the taste of celery root…

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Homemade Ketchup – The Daring Gourmet

This post may contain affiliate links. See my disclosure policy. A from-scratch homemade ketchup recipe using fresh tomatoes! The fresh and vibrant flavor of homemade is simply unrivaled. And this ketchup is approved for canning so you can enjoy it all year long! Being from Germany and having lived several years in England, I’m partial…

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White asparagus on a plate to help celebrate the German white asparagus season.

7 Favorite White Asparagus Recipes You Must Try This Spring

If you’ve ever lived in Germany (or even visited in spring!), you know that Spargelzeit, white asparagus season, is kind of a big deal. From mid-April to late June, white asparagus becomes the absolute star of the whole country. That’s why we call it our 5th season! Farmers’ markets overflow with tall, pale stalks and restaurant menus react. And then there are families all over…

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Pickled Red Onions – The Daring Gourmet

This post may contain affiliate links. See my disclosure policy. This classic Pickled Red Onions recipe is easy to make and the resulting tangy-sweet onions will add a burst of flavor, color, and a pleasant mild crunch a wide variety of dishes! Why Pickled Red Onions? Because they’re irresistibly tasty and deliciously versatile! I love…

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Spanish White Bean Stew.

Spanish White Bean Stew.

Potaje de chícharos is a comforting stew or soup from the Andalucian region in Spain, perfect for the colder months. It is similar to other Spanish stews like Fabada Asturiana, but slightly less meaty and includes carrots, chard, green pepper, tomato, and onion. This stew is meal-prep-friendly and makes a delicious, filling dinner after a…

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Happy food: 20 happiness for your health

Happy food: 20 happiness for your health

There are many foods that make us awake, happy and relaxed and they call them Happy Food. Today I will show you how you recognize them why they are important and how you can easily bring more of it into your day. You will also find 20 happy foods and their health benefits here. I…

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Confetti Muffins with Colorful Sprinkles

These colorful Confetti Muffins are sure to brighten up any occasion – whether it’s a birthday party or a fun-filled carnival celebration. When kids are around, these quick-to-make muffins with confetti will surely be a hit! Jump to: Why We Love Confetti Muffins Confetti muffins are a true eye-catcher: They feature sprinkles both inside the…

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