Amerikansches Käsespätzle

This recipe is an adaptation on the plain Käsespätzle recipe posted here at DP. This one used cheddar instead of Swiss-style cheeses, added leftover beef from another recipe, and added capers to give the cheddar that “zing” that Swiss has. The whole dish reminded us of a steak-house beef presentation of capers, cheese, and a starch! […]

Ina’s Fresh Pea Soup

2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts (2 leeks) 1 cup chopped yellow onion 4 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade 5 cups freshly shelled peas or 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen peas 2/3 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, loosely packed 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black […]

Alton’s Soft Pretzels

These warm pretzels by Alton Brown are delicious with Bavarian sweet mustard or hot mustard! […]

Brandied Pears

This is a quick and easy way to enjoy a pear for dessert on a cold day. Honey may be added as a finishing touch, and the recipe could also work with apples! […]