Midday Entree: German Meat Balls (Frikadellen)

The Music:

Prelude to Act I of Die Meistersinger by Richard Wagner
Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim, conductor
Deutsche Grammophon 469 322

The Recipe:

Who doesn't like meatballs? Judging by the endless variations from all over the world, apparently not too many. According to the recipe section of the Live Like a German website:

"Frikadeller or Frikadellen (pronounced frek-ka-delluh) are flat, pan-fried dumplings of minced meat, often likened to the Danish version of meatballs. They are a popular dish in both Denmark and Germany. In Sweden, poached quenelles are called frikadeller and are usually served in soup.

"The combination of frikadeller and a cold potato salad is very popular at picnics or potluck dinners, due to the ease of transporting either component after cooking."

So let's get 'em rolling by clicking here.

This week's recipes are underwritten by the Bloomfield Hills Long Lake Market.