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Lemon Shortbread Cookies

ByJay WadamsDec 6, 20236 min read
Crumbly, zesty and utterly delightful, my Lemon Shortbread Cookies are like a burst of sunshine on a winter’s day. These buttery cookies make the perfect gift for lemon lovers and are delicious alongside a cup of coffee or afternoon tea.
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Cinnamon Star Cookies (Zimtsterne)

ByJay WadamsDec 5, 20238 min read
The ultimate German Christmas cookie, Zimtsterne or Cinnamon Star Cookies are deliciously chewy morsels, topped with a crisp layer of snowy white meringue.
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Homemade Spreadable Butter

ByJay WadamsDec 3, 20234 min read
Did you know it’s incredibly easy to make your own spreadable butter at home? With this clever recipe, you can have lovely soft butter directly out of the fridge all year round.
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German Braised Red Cabbage (Blaukraut)

ByJay WadamsDec 1, 20235 min read
No festive table in Germany would be without a big pot of braised red cabbage, flavoured with apple, cloves and juniper berries. Depending on where in the country you are, this could be called Rotkohl or Blaukraut and it is the perfect accompaniment to roast goose.
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German Potato Dumplings (Kartoffelknödel)

ByJay WadamsNov 29, 20235 min read
Here in Germany, we love our dumplings! Served alongside a roast with plenty of gravy, German Potato Dumplings or Kartoffelknödel are an absolute must. Don’t worry if you have leftovers; they taste fantastic fried the next day!
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Super Fluffy Donut Holes (Quarkbällchen)

ByJay WadamsNov 28, 20237 min read
Super light and fluffy on the inside and crisp and sugary on the outside, my German-style Donut holes or Quarkbällchen recipe is so easy it’s like kitchen magic. Made without yeast, they are ready in minutes. Perfect for parties or sharing with friends (or just eating all to yourself!)
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Sticky Orange Chicken Drumsticks

ByJay WadamsNov 27, 20236 min read
Gloriously golden and smothered in a tangy and spicy marmalade sauce, my Sticky Orange Chicken Drumsticks are seriously finger-lickin’ good! Serve with fluffy rice and green beans for a tasty and satisfying meal for the whole family.
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Turkey Stroganoff

ByJay WadamsNov 26, 20236 min read
Turkey Stroganoff is a wonderfully quick and easy dinner and always a crowd-pleaser. With a delicious creamy mushroom sauce and plenty of pasta and green beans, this lighter take on stroganoff can be made with fresh or leftover turkey.
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Hi! I’m Jay

Jay Wadams cook and photographer.

Welcome to Days of Jay!

I’m a cookbook author and food photographer, and Days of Jay is my website where I share easy, delicious recipes that you can cook at home.

My recipes are packed with loads of photos and useful tips and tricks to help you as you cook. These recipes are all inspired by healthy, seasonal ingredients and my travels across the globe, especially in Germany, Italy, Cyprus and Australasia.

I am so excited to have you here, so let’s dive in and get cooking!

Eierlikör Linzer Cookies
Candied Orange Peel
Classic British Christmas Cake
Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti
Fried Apple Rings (Apfelkücherl)

LOOKING FOR DINNER INSPIRATION?

Below are some of my most popular dinner recipes. Quick and easy with simple ingredients and big flavours.
Thai Massaman Beef Curry
Garlic Herb Crusted Chicken
Roast Sausages and Fennel
Pumpkin and Ginger Soup
Flammkuchen German Pizza
Full of punchy, invigorating flavours and loads of fresh veg, Ginger Beef Stir Fry is made in minutes and tastes incredible. Get all your ingredients prepped before you start cooking and you’ll have dinner ready in a flash.

My FAvourite German Cake REcipes

While people often associate Germany with pretzels and beer, it’s really all about coffee and cake!

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Easy German Cake Recipes