In the realm of delectable pastries, few treats can rival the allure of Plätzchen, a diverse collection of German Christmas cookies that have captivated taste buds for generations. These bite-sized delights, also known as Plätzchen or Weihnachtsplätzchen, are intricately crafted with a symphony of flavors, textures, and shapes, transforming the holiday season into a culinary wonderland. From the classic Pfeffernüsse, a spicy gingerbread cookie, to the delicate Butterplätzchen, a buttery and crumbly confection, each Plätzchen tells a tale of tradition, love, and the magic of Christmas. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our curated selection of Plätzchen recipes will guide you through the enchanting process of creating these festive treats. Embrace the spirit of Christmas and embark on a delectable journey with our comprehensive collection of Plätzchen recipes.
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ÄLPLERMAGRONEN (SWISS ALPINE MACARONI)
This recipe has been posted for play in Culinary Quest - Switzerland. Recipe found at http://www.tarasmulticulturaltable.com Älplermagronen (Alpine Macaroni) is a Swiss pasta dish made by layering pasta and potatoes with cheese, caramelized onions topping with, and serving with applesauce. It is the perfect comfort food as...
Provided by Baby Kato
Categories Pasta
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease large casserole dish.
- 2. Bring large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 3. In a large frying pan, melt butter over medium low heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
- 4. Once water comes to a boil, add cubed potatoes. As They begin to soften, about 5 minutes, add pasta. Cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and pasta is just tender, about 7 minutes. Drain and gently rinse with cold water.
- 5. In a small bowl, season with salt and pepper cream.
- 6. Add 1/3 of pasta and potatoes to the bottom of prepared dish. Evenly cover with 1/2 of grated cheese.
- 7. Top with another 1/3 of pasta and potatoes, then top with remaining cheese, then remaining pasta and potatoes.
- 8. Pour the cream over the layers. Evenly cover with caramelized onions.
- 9. Cover and bake in preheated oven until heated through and cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes.
- 10. Serve hot over applesauce.
ÄLPLERMAGRONEN
Known as Swiss Mac n Cheese, Älplermagronen was traditionally a dish of peasant farmers served with apple sauce. Taken from growchew.wordpress.com and posted for ZWT7
Provided by WicklewoodWench
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F Set a large pot of salted water (approx. 5 liters) to boil.
- Heat butter/oil over medium-low heat in a frying pan. Add onions and fry them until golden brown.
- Add penne and potatoes to the salted water. Stir to make sure pasta doesn't stick together. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain penne and potatoes.
- Combine milk/cream with salt and pepper.
- In an ovenproof casserole dish, place 1/3 of the penne-potatoes, sprinkle with 1/2 of the grated cheese.
- Make another layer with 1/3 of the penne-potatoes, sprinkle with the other 1/2 of the grated cheese.
- Top with the remaining 1/3 of the penne-potatoes.
- Pour the seasoned milk/cream evenly over the top.
- Spread the browned onions on top.
- Bake covered for 10-15 minutes until steaming hot and cheese is melted. Serve with warmed applesauce.
ÄLPLERMAGRONEN WITH APPLE SAUCE
This is a Swiss version of Macaroni and Cheese. I found this recipe on "MySwitzerland.com" and am posting for the Culinary Quest.
Provided by Lynn Dine
Categories Pasta
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. Heat the oven to 100 °C (212 °F)
- 2. Boil potatoes in a saucepan without lid for 5 minutes. Add Älplermagronen (Macaroni) and cook them "al dente" until the liquid is almost absorbed.
- 3. Pour cream over the potatoes and Macaroni, season to taste. Alternating with cheese, place the Älplermagronen in layers into the dish. Top with cheese. Bake approx.10 minutes in the center of the preheated oven until the cheese has melted.
- 4. Melt the butter. Mix onions and flour, shake off extra flour Fry in the butter(amount wasn't specified, but I would start with 2 tablespoons and add more as needed) at medium heat for about 5 minutes until crisp Place onions on paper towels and keep warm
- 5. Quarter the unpeeled and uncored apples. Boil quartered apples with water with sugar, lemon peel and juice in a covered saucepan at low heat until soft. Strain apples and liquid through a sieve directly into a bowl. Cool the applesauce.
- 6. Serving: Spread onion rings on the Älplermagronen and serve with applesauce
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: This includes using fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible. The better the ingredients, the better the end result will be.
- Pay attention to the details: This means following the recipe carefully and not skipping any steps. It also means taking the time to measure your ingredients accurately and to cook the dish until it is done.
- Be patient: Some dishes take time to make. Don't be discouraged if your dish doesn't turn out perfectly the first time. Just keep practicing and you'll eventually get the hang of it.
- Have fun: Cooking should be enjoyable! So relax, put on some music, and let your creativity flow.
Conclusion:
The recipes in this article are a great way to get started with cooking. They are simple, delicious, and made with ingredients that you can easily find at your local grocery store. So what are you waiting for? Start cooking today!
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