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Featured Recipe
Pumpkin Dump Cake
Pumpkin, spice, and everything nice goes into this super easy fall version of dump cake!
Our Pumpkin Dump Cake is made with a rich and creamy pumpkin filling, topped with moist yellow cake, and sprinkled with crunchy pecans.
Welcome to the Cheerful Cook! Get ready to find classic comfort food ideas from both sides of the pond.
Find inspiring recipes for delicious, easy-to-make weeknight dinners, side dishes, and satisfying salads. Tempting desserts that celebrate the best of German and American kitchens round out any great meal.
Desserts
Who doesn't love dessert? From classic German 'Kuchen' (cake) recipes. no-bake desserts, to delectable cookies, simply pastries, and bread puddings you will find something to satisfy your family's sweet tooth.
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Main Dishes
Classic comfort food recipes with simple, modern twists. These recipes are delicious, nutritious, and (mostly) made from scratch.
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Side Dishes
Do you love side dishes? Choose from a collection of tasty, easy-to-make recipes that are created to complement your favorite main dishes.
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Salads
From classic side salads, flavorful dressings, to full dinner salads there is something for everyone.
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