Much more than sausage and sauerkraut, German Cooking combines traditional recipes with lighter dishes that reflect the contemporary German lifestyle. From soups and salads to entrees and desserts, this book is packed with more than 200 easy-to-follow recipes--accompanied by intriguing details about the historical and cultural origins of the dishes. You'll find classic favorites such as Wiener Schnitzel and Black Forest Cherry Cake, as well as modern innovations like Quick Marinated Beef and Chilled Peach & Pear Soup, in this collection of authentic German recipes adapted for the American kitchen.