Favorite Beef Stroganoff
"This is one of my husband's favorite dishes," relates Carmen Edwards of Midland, Texas. "I like it because it has...
Wilted Spinach Salad
Pretty, fresh and sized just for two, this delicious salad sent in by Diana Grier of St. Joseph, Missouri may...
Old-World Dark Bread
I came up with this recipe in an attempt to re-create a wonderful Russian bread I enjoyed as a child....
Chocolate-Drizzled Cherry Bars
I've been making bars since I was in third grade, but these are special. I bake them for the church...
Kielbasa Potato Soup
"This is a delicious and hearty soup," assures Beverlee DeBerry of Hempstead, Texas. "Combined with a nice loaf of French...
Pork Goulash
With sauerkraut, potatoes and dill, this pork goulash has a traditional Hungarian flavor—ideal for a cold, blustery evening.
German Chocolate Cookies
Chewy German chocolate cookies are named for a baker rather than a country, and if you love German chocolate cake...
Petite Pork Roast
"This roast is truly delicious," says Rita Applegate of La Mesa, California. "The mustard sauce complements the pork nicely."
German-Style Pickled Eggs
I make these German pickled eggs and refrigerate them in a glass gallon jar for my husband to sell at...
Reuben Chicken
With just four ingredients and little preparation time, this rich and cheesy main dish couldn't be easier. My family prefers...
Sweet and Sour German Red Cabbage
If your family likes the sweet-tart flavor found in many German dishes, they'll enjoy this recipe. The cabbage, apples and...
Pork Schnitzel
This simple classic recipe recreates a restaurant-favorite dish of golden, crispy pork schnitzel at home.
Spicy Brussels Sprouts and Carrots
A teacher friend, who knew I liked to try different dishes, shared this recipe with me. Guests always rave about...
Homemade Coleslaw Dressing
Some cooked dressings can be heavy and overly sweet, especially if they contain cream, but this one isn't. This recipe...
Brats and Sauerkraut
Brats and sauerkraut are a match made in food heaven. And this dish is highly flexible, so you can go...
Fried Apples and Onions
"I was surprised to see how quickly my friends gobbled this dish up," chuckles Sue Davis, Wausau, Wisconsin. "Excusing myself,...
Apple Muffins
These apple muffins have a rich, tender inside and a decadent, crunchy topping (complete with a vanilla glaze) that makes...
Ham and Spaetzle Bake
Tired of the same old ham and scalloped potatoes? Try this yummy and comforting change of pace from our Test...
Potato Pancakes
These savory and satisfying potato pancakes are sure to please anyone who tries them, and they're so easy to make,...
Sour Cream Bavarian
Are you ‘sweet on’ someone who’s counting calories? Show them you care with this light and refreshing dessert. It’s sinfully...
Black Forest Dream Dessert
This rich, chilled dessert seems to hit the spot on a hot summer's day. The recipe makes a large dessert,...
Smoked Sausage with Vegetables
Hearty appetites are sure to be satisfied with this great combo of zippy smoked sausage and colorful vegetables. Using a...
Buttered Poppy Seed Noodles
Mom's delicious fried noodles are absolute comfort food. Mom would roll out the dough, and we kids got to cut...
Pennsylvania Dutch Pork Chops
Recipes of Pennsylvania Dutch heritage, like this one, are popular in our area. We like to serve these sweet-and-sour pork...
Sauerkraut Sausage Soup
“My husband and I make our own sauerkraut and grow many of the vegetables in this easy slow cooker soup,”...
Meringue Torte
Ruth Grover writes from Portland, Connecticut: “My grandmother, who came here from Sweden when she was 21, used to make...
Spice-Brined Pork Roast
This brined and barbecued pork roast is unbelievable moist. Adding seasonings to the coals produces an awesome aroma that draws...
German Pork Chops
I was a high school student when I received this recipe from my friend’s mom, who is German. She often...
Noodles Romanoff
Noodles Romanoff is an easy-to-make and richly flavorful dish that will happily stand on its own or serve as a...