German-inspired cooking can turn a pot of cabbage, a pan of potatoes, or a slow-cooked roast into the kind of meal that belongs beside a cold stein. These 15 recipes cover sausages, pork, bacon, sauerkraut, potatoes, pretzels, and warm mustard-laced sides, with beer appearing only in the dishes that actually use it. Some are quick skillet or stovetop recipes, while the roasts and pork loin need several hours. Together, they bring plenty of old-world character to the table without pretending every dish has to be complicated.

Chef Jenn’s Warm German Potato Salad with sliced potatoes with bacon, red onions, and chopped parsley, served in a white bowl.
Chef Jenn’s Warm German Potato Salad. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

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