Himmel Und Erde
Discover the comforting flavors of traditional German cuisine with "Himmel Und Erde," a hearty dish that beautifully balances sweet and savory elements. This recipe, whose name translates to "Heaven and Earth," combines creamy mashed potatoes—representing the earth—and tender sautéed apples—symbolizing the heavens—for a luscious base. Enhanced with caramelized onions and a hint of nutmeg, this dish is topped with savory black pudding or smoky sausages for a truly satisfying meal. With a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, this easy-to-follow, one-pan-friendly recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or a cozy fall gathering. Garnish with fresh parsley for an elegant touch and enjoy a slice of German culinary tradition with every bite! Keywords: Himmel Und Erde recipe, traditional German cuisine, mashed potatoes and apples, hearty comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Potatoes (starchy)
- 400 g Apples (sweet-tart, like Granny Smith or Jonagold)
- 1 large Onion
- 50 g Butter
- 100 ml Milk
- 4 links Black pudding or smoked sausage
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and dice the potatoes into roughly 2-inch chunks. Place them in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Peel, core, and chop the apples into small slices. Set them aside.
Peel and finely slice the onion. Heat 25g of butter in a large frying pan over medium heat and sauté the onion until soft and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the remaining butter and sauté the apples until they soften and start to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set them aside with the onions.
While the potatoes are boiling, heat the vegetable oil in another skillet over medium heat. Cook the black pudding or smoked sausage until browned and cooked through (about 4-5 minutes per side). Keep warm.
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and mash with a potato masher or ricer until smooth. Gradually stir in the milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using) to create a creamy mash.
Gently fold the sautéed apples and onions into the mashed potatoes. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve the mash immediately, topped with the black pudding or sausage. Garnish with chopped parsley for added freshness, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.0 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.3 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 367 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 5893 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.0 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.0 g | ||
| Protein | 67.4 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 329 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 28.4 mg | 158% | |
| Potassium | 3819 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
