For a flame-cooked twist on Entenbrust mit Knödel, a classic German dish of duck breast with dumplings, this recipe from Bavarian grilling enthusiast Dominic Stettner is one to try. Using fresh, high-quality ingredients will make the standout flavors of this dish pop — from fresh asparagus spears to succulent, organic duck breasts. The bacon-wrapped green beans add a salty kick to the tender duck breasts, which are served with an earthy root vegetable sauce that's heated with butter for a velvety finish.

Tradition holds that the duck breasts are served with potato dumplings (Kartoffelkloesse) . Soft and filling, potato dumplings are the ideal feel-good comfort food; even better, they’re easy to make at home. Made from butter, flour, eggs, and mashed potatoes, the ingredients are such staples, you probably already have them all on hand. If you’re in a pinch, store-bought packets of instant potato dumpling mix are a quick and effective substitute. (If you’re based outside the EU and instant boxes aren’t as readily available, try visiting your local specialty grocery or an online European store.)