The robust cuisines of Germany, Austria, Hungary and the Czech Republic have all proved enduringly popular and have extended beyond Europe with migrations to North America, Canada and beyond. Pork, beef, tomatoes and spices, particularly paprika, are the basis of many of the region's classic dishes, among them Pork Stew with Sauerkraut and Hungarian Goulash. Beef Stroganov is, of course, renowned, but perhaps it is the cakes and pastries that are the most famous culinary feature - such as Stollen, Lebkuchen and Plum Dumplings.With each recipe tested and adapted to suit every cook and any type of kitchen, this evocative and inspirational cookbook will delight all those who wish to explore or discover the delicious traditional cooking of Germany.