German cuisine

German cuisine might have a reputation of being all about sausages and sauerkraut, but there's so much more to German cooking. Yes, many traditional dishes are undeniably hearty, but that doesn't mean you won't find lots of delicious options. German food includes a broad range of meat dishes as well as seasonal vegetables and regional favorites. And that's before we get to baking, with so many breads, cakes and cookies to choose from.

Classic German side dishes

While meats may be the main focus of some meals, German cuisine also has some delicious side dishes that we come back to again and again, including these favorites:

Traditional cookies

Germany is known for their Christmas cookies, and there are so many tasty ones to choose - it's a tradition that extends to the broader region, too, with some of our favorites originally from Switzerland and Austria:

Try more German recipes: