Leifheit has been a household name in Germany for 50 years now.
Elke Roehrig, German native and vice president of Leifheit International USA, shares her memories of some authentic Oktoberfest food traditions …
Sausage: Bavarian veal sausage (not smoked, contains parsley, take off the skin before digging in) is enjoyed with sweet mustard. Beef or pork sausages are served with Dijon mustard and/or freshly ground horseradish.
Sauerkraut: Buy loose or canned sauerkraut, slice an onion in very thin slices and briefly sauté with butter in a saucepan. Add the sauerkraut, some caraway seeds, and a little dry white wine if desired, then heat.
Soft pretzels: Today, most people buy frozen ones that they pop into the oven for a few minutes.
And, of course … Beer, beer, beer and more beer!
You are all set! Blast the brass music, enjoy the beer carriages pulled by
decorated horses, and wear your “dirndl” or “janker.” Enjoy!
And the hardworking, unsung heroes behind these Oktoberfest feasts?
1. Can openers/jar openers for sauerkraut:
2. Mandoline for slicing onions:
3. Microcut fine grater for grating fresh horseradish:
4. Hefty serving utensils:
5. Plenty of bottle openers for the beer!
Leifheit’s head office is in Nassau, Germany. Based in Melville, NY, Leifheit International USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leifheit AG. For information on Leifheit, visit www.leifheitusamedia.com or www.leifheitusa.com
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