German cooking offers more than its share of comforts. And in this recipe collection, Chef John tackles his favorite comforting German-inspired recipes. From meaty main dishes like rouladen and ...

These German recipes come from our community's own Omas. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Among the many blessings of having a German grandma are her recipes. From creamy cucumber-dill salad in the ...

This German sauerbraten recipe is the very definition of comfort. While it looks simple on the plate, it requires some prep work (although the active cooking time isn’t really too long). The magic of ...

In a 12-inch skillet, cook bacon until done, but not crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels, re-serving drippings in skillet. Set bacon and drippings aside. Trim fat from meat. Cut into 6 to 8 rectangular ...

Gingersnaps are used to add body and sweetness to the gravy in some versions of this classic German beef dish. Our take on the recipe uses shortbread cookies for a similar effect. Instructions: In a ...

When making a traditional pot roast, most people imagine classic seasonings that belong in a roast, along with ingredients such as succulent beef paired with carrots, onions, and potatoes in a rich ...

Explore our best beef stew recipes, from classic French favorites to global comfort food staples spanning Trinidad to Belgium ...

To some people, German food is less a meal than the introduction to an afternoon nap. The stereotypes — sausages, schnitzel and sauerkraut — don’t extend very far. But German food is so much more!