Pretzels can easily be made at home. You can shape them into knots or just roll them into sticks. Just don’t forget the mustard and beer! Ingredients Dough 1 cup (250 ml) warm water 1 package (8 grams) active dry yeast 2 3/4 cups (420 grams) bread flour, plus extra for kneading 2 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature [...]
Brot (bread) is an essential part of German food. There are about 300 types of dark and white breads and over 1,200 of rolls and mini-breads known in the various regions of Germany. Furthermore, different techniques and ingredients are used in bread making throughout the country. Here is a list of the most common bread and roll types. Bauernbrot (Farmer’s Bread) Bauernbrot is [...]
Challah is a type of egg bread that is prepared for the Jewish Sabbath and the Jewish New Year. This special bread is also widely known throughout Central and Eastern Europe. Challah may look complicated to prepare but this beautiful bread can be easily made at home. This recipe makes 1 large loaf but you may [...]
Bagels are a popular food throughout Central and Eastern Europe. It is believed the first bagel was made during the 16th century in Kraków, Poland for Lent. If you’ve never made bagels before, don’t despair! This recipe is easy to prepare and makes perfect chewy bagels. As well, if you don’t have a stand mixer [...]
Potato Lángos also known as krumplis lángos is a deep fried flat bread. This recipe contains potatoes which makes this version of langos more of appetizer rather than a dessert. Lángos is best served with rubbed garlic, or dill, grated cheese, or sour cream on top. Ingredients 4 medium potatoes, cooked, peeled and mashed 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry [...]
If your looking for a way to impress your guests the next time you host a dinner party, this is a must have recipe! Not only are these rolls really delicious but they are a good accompaniment to almost any meal. All my guests have simply loved them! Ingredients 1 cup (250 ml) of warm water 2 packages [...]
