Grab the sauerkraut (or make your own), because it's German week! Hearty German fare and flavors make it the ideal cuisine for colder weather. So, crack open an Oktoberfest beer and dig in!
A 7-Day German Meal Plan
Updated on Oct. 18, 2022
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Sunday: Bavarian Pot Roast
Total Time
165 mins
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Since all my grandparents were German, it's no wonder that so many Bavarian recipes have been handed down to me. Because the Midwest has such a large German population, I feel this recipe represents the area well. —Susan Robertson, Hamilton, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked beef: 281 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 633mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 27g protein.
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Monday: Apple & Spice Pork Tenderloin
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves pork tenderloin, so I created this hearty meal. The slightly sweet dish is one of our favorites. It's also an impressive dish for company.—Joyce Moynihan, Lakeville, Minnesota.
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked pork with 1/3 cup apple mixture: 260 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 413mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch.
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Tuesday: Slow-Cooked Sauerkraut Soup
Total Time
320 mins
Servings
12 servings (about 3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
We live in Lancaster County, which has a rich heritage of German culture. Our dishes often include sauerkraut, potatoes and sausage. We enjoy this recipe on cold winter evenings, along with muffins and fruit. —Linda Lohr, Lititz, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 213 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 1442mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein.
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Wednesday: Bavarian Apple-Sausage Hash
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This awesome recipe reflects my German roots. In the cooler months, nothing is as comforting as a hearty hash. Serve this versatile recipe as a side dish at a holiday meal or as a brunch entree over cheddar grits or topped with a fried egg. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, CO
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 310 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 715mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.
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Thursday: German Meatballs
Total Time
45 mins
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of our favorite main dishes. Because we raise our own pork and beef, the meat we use is always freshly ground. For variety, these meatballs can be cooked with a sweet cream gravy or steamed with tomatoes. But we prefer them with homemade sauerkraut. —Iona Redemer, Calumet, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
3 each: 376 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 1636mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein.
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Friday: Pork Schnitzel with Dill Sauce
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Schnitzel is one of my husband’s favorites because it reminds him of his German roots. An appealing dish for guests, it’s ready in a jiffy. Pop it on buns for a fun handheld option. —Joyce Folker, Paraowan, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 451 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 739mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
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Saturday: Oktoberfest Strudels
Total Time
55 mins
Servings
2 strudels (3 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband, being born and raised in Wisconsin, loves bratwurst sausages. So I tweaked this strudel recipe to include some of his favorite filling ingredients and it was an instant hit. Serve with extra mustard for dipping. —Cleo Gonske, Redding, California
