Classic Recipes of Germany: Traditional Food and Cooking in 25 Authentic Dishes - Hardcover

Mirko Trenkner

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0754828379 ISBN 13: 9780754828372

Publisher: Lorenz Books, 2013

Synopsis

This title explores the rich and varied delights of German cuisine with 25 classic recipes presented in this stylish gift book. It features a fabulous collection of recipes from the heart of Germany including Pickled Matje Herrings, Bavarian Meatloaf, Roast Duck with Savoy Cabbage, Lebkuchen, and Black Forest Gateau. Chapters include Soups and Appetizers; Main Meals; Vegetables and Side Dishes; and Desserts, Cakes and Bakes. The introduction offers a fascinating overview of German cooking and touches upon the landscape, festivals and key ingredients used in the German kitchen. Each recipe is beautifully photographed and the recipe instructions are easy to follow, guaranteeing success. Complete nutritional information is given for every recipe to help with dietary planning. The robust food and cooking of Germany has proved enduringly popular across the world. Pork, tomatoes, and spices are the basis of many of Germany's classic dishes alongside their justly famous sausages. Germans also have a sweet tooth and their cakes and pastries are universally admired. This little cookbook offers a wonderful taste of Germany's culinary heritage with over 25 mouthwatering recipes. Hearty and nourishing, the selected dishes represent the very best that Germany has to offer and each recipe introduction gives a fascinating insight into the background of German cuisine. Wonderfully photographed throughout, this book will delight all those keen to experience the traditional cooking of Germany.

About this title

About the Author:

Mirko Trenkner decided to become a chef at the age of 12. He studied cooking in the gourmet French-inspired restaurant of the Berlin Hilton Hotel, then went back to his German roots working all over the country, ending up at the famous Landhaus Flottbek in Hamburg. For the past few years Mirko has been a freelance chef and gastronomic advisor for the CMA, the central marketing organization of German agriculture, giving guests all over the world an insight into German cuisine.

About this edition

• Publisher: Lorenz Books
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0754828379
• ISBN 13: 9780754828372
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 64