Traditional North German Food
Pears, French Beans and Bacon | Rich Sweet Dishes
The traditional cuisine of northern Germany is renowned for its richness, and the sweet dishes are no exception. Although you'll find some light desserts such as the famous red fruit jelly1, or just some fresh strawberries with milk or cream to be enjoyed on a hot summer day, there are those sweet dishes which are rich enough to be had as the main dish. The following recipes reflect the north German preference of combining sweet with salty.