Vanillekipferl, otherwise known as Vanilla Crescents, are mouthwatering cookies that originated in Austria. The traditional recipe consists of a simple recipe using flour, walnuts, sugar, butter, egg and vanilla extract, then shaped into crescent shapes and baked until golden brown. This vanilla crescent recipe has my own twist, using ground hazelnuts and almonds in equal parts instead of walnuts. The end result is an incredibly delicious and fragrant treat. The texture of these cookies is unique and will melt in your mouth and the nutty vanilla flavor is truly addictive. (*) This post may co ..read more

"Fraenkisches Butterzeug" are German butter cookies are a delicious treat often made during Christmas time. They have a gold-brown color and a slightly crisp and buttery texture. Their slight taste of lemon and cinnamon, make them an excellent Christmas Cookie. Definitely on the top of my list for the holiday season! (*) This post may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click them and purchase something, I receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. The recipe for these German cookies originates in the Franconian region of Germany. They a ..read more

This potato soup recipe with sausage or "Kartoffelsuppe mit Wuerstchen" is more of an old fashioned German potato soup like my grandmother would make it for me. It is a hearty and filling creamy soup that gives you will leave you with a cozy and warm feeling. Potato soup is amongst the most popular German Soups, along with Goulash Soup, Split Pea Soup, Chicken Soup, or Oxtail Soup. You can find it in many variations across Germany and each state has its own favorite and personal twist to it. Kartoffelsuppe means Potato Soup in German, where the word "Kartoffel" stands for potato and "Suppe ..read more

Italian cuisine is versatile, creative, fresh, delicious, and therefore loved by many foodies around the globe. Italian dishes are extremely popular, not only because of their delicious flavor, but many Italian dishes are surprisingly easy to prepare with simple ingredients, yet sophisticated results. Pizza Pasta, Antipasti are the most raved about, but Italian food is so much more than that. This post is all about my favorite Italian dishes, and there are soooo many. It was certainly not an easy task to decide which ones are my top 10 all-time favorite Italian dishes but here they are ..read more

These soft and fluffy pizza buns, made from homemade pizza dough and homemade pizza tomato sauce are a great bite sized lunch or party snack! (*) This post may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click them and purchase something, I receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. They are easy to make in your Air Fryer or conventional oven and you can add your favorite toppings to make your own fantastic version of these little delicious pizza snacks. Jump to Why we love this recipe What you need How to make Pizza Rolls Variations How to s ..read more

Bacon Aioli is a creamy, flavorful dipping sauce that is ideal for french fries, potato wedges or simple bread any sandwich. The crunchy bacon combined with garlic in this mayonnaise based sauce makes it an amazing spread for sandwiches, such as BLT and chicken club sandwiches, as well as hamburgers. (*) This post may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click them and purchase something, I receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Jump to What is Aioli Why we love this Dipping Sauce What you need How to make Bacon Aioli What to serve ..read more

Mashed Potatoes are an all-time favorite side dish, which is easy to make and incredibly delicious. While you can make these mashed potatoes the traditional way with a potato masher, this recipe for KitchenAid Mashed Potatoes focuses on how to make buttery, creamy, fluffy and flavor-rich homemade mashed potatoes from scratch using your stand mixer in just a few simple steps. (*) This post may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click them and purchase something, I receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It is no secret that Germans lo ..read more

This crusty bread made from semolina flour is one of my favorite breads to bake at home. This no-knead bread is very easy to make and therefore beginner friendly. The golden crispy crust and the moist pale yellow crumb give this bread a unique appetizing look and its flavor is an absolute delight! This bread recipe is not made solely from semolina but also contains all-purpose flour. Even though I have experimented with 100% semolina bread recipes, it turned out too dense and I did not enjoy the result as much. Semolina flour is very popular in Italy as it is commonly used in Pasta, but also ..read more

These crunchy yet soft and chewy matcha green tea cookies with white chocolate and macadamia nuts captivate with their irresistible and unique flavor combination. The perfect match for your afternoon coffee or tea. Matcha powder is a Japanese green tea powder traditionally consumed as a ceremonial tea. However, it has become more and more popular as an ingredient for many sweet and savory dishes. It is often found in recipes for baking, desserts and shakes, resulting in delicious treats with an unmistakable fresh and vibrant green color. If you are fan of confectionaries that are less sweet w ..read more

"Heidesand" cookies are traditional German brown butter Shortbread cookies. But don't be fooled by their basic look! The browned butter and the fact that they're made without eggs give them a very unique buttery soft and tender texture. These are one of my all-time favorite holiday cookies! You can find these German shortbread cookies all year long in different flavor variations, in small and in large, in German bakeries. However, The Christmas season is cookie season and these easy-to-make Christmas cookies are a staple for my family during the holidays. They pair wonderfully with a hot tea ..read more