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.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Peel, core, and chop the apples into small slices. Set them aside.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Gently fold the sautéed apples and onions into the mashed potatoes. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the mash immediately, topped with the black pudding or sausage. Garnish with chopped parsley for added freshness, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1689.5 grams (1689.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2506

Total Fat 161.00g	206%
Saturated Fat 62.30g	312%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.10g
Cholesterol 367mg	122%
Sodium 5893mg	256%
Total Carbohydrate 227.00g	83%
Dietary Fiber 25.00g	89%
Total Sugars 69.00g
Protein 67.40g	135%

Vitamin D 53IU	267%
Calcium 329mg	25%
Iron 28mg	158%
Potassium 3819mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.2%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 34.6%