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A Taste of Tradition: Amish Raisin Puff Cookies at Home

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish,Amish cooking,Amish Recipes,Recipes

Delicious raisin-filled cookies with sugar & cinnamon. A taste treat from Amish country.
Amish Raisin Puff Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that have been a favorite among Amish communities for generations. These cookies are light, airy, and filled with sweet raisins, making them the perfect snack to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. The recipe is simple and requires only a handful of ingredients, making it a great option for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re looking for a new cookie recipe to try or want to experience a taste of Amish culture, this Amish Raisin Puff Cookie Recipe is sure to be a hit.
 
 
 
RAISIN PUFFS
  • 1 1/2 cups of raisins
  • 1 cup water
 
Boil raisins in water till the water is gone.  The let the raisins cool.
  • 1 cup softened or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
Add the butter and baking soda to the cooled raisins.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
In a separate bowl, beat together vanilla, eggs and sugar until well combined.  Add the raisin mixture to the sugar/eggs mixture and stir. 
  • 3 1/4 – 3 1/2 cups of flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
Combine the flour and salt with the above raisin mixture in a large bowl, mix well.  At this point, chill for a couple of hours in the refrigerator.
Flour your hands and roll the dough into small balls. 
  • 3 tablespoons of sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
Mix sugar and cinnamon well in a small bowl or plate.  Roll the dough balls in the sugar/cinnamon mixture.
Place balls on ungreased or parchment paper-lined cookie sheets. 
Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes or until puffed but firm. 
Makes 3 – 5 dozen depending on the size of your dough balls.
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Cheese-Filled Amish Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish,Amish cooking,Amish Recipes,Recipes

This Cheese-Filled Amish Breakfast Casserole will please any cheese-lover!

This Cheese-Filled Amish Breakfast Casserole is the perfect dish to start your day with a hearty and delicious breakfast. This classic Amish recipe features layers of bread, ham, cheese, and eggs, baked to golden perfection. The creamy and cheesy filling makes this casserole an absolute crowd-pleaser, and it’s ideal for feeding a large family or a group of hungry guests. Whether you’re looking for a special occasion breakfast or an everyday family favorite, this recipe is sure to become a go-to for a hearty and satisfying morning meal. So, grab your apron and let’s get started!

breakfast casserole

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. sliced bacon, diced
  • 1 sweet onion, diced
  • 4 c. frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 9 eggs, light beaten
  • 2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1½ c. small curd cottage cheese
  • 1¼ c shredded Swiss cheese
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven 350 degrees
  2. Grease 9×13 pan
  3. Cook and stir bacon and onion on med high heat until evenly browned, about 10 mins.
  4. Drain
  5. Transfer to large bowl and stir in the remaining ingredients
  6. Pour into pan
  7. Bake 45-50 min – less if divided into two smaller pans – until set and cheese is melted.
  8. Let stand 10 min before cutting and serving
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Delicious Amish Peanut Butter Easter Eggs: Easy Recipe

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish,Amish cooking,Amish Recipes,Recipes

Amish Peanut Butter Easter Eggs

Amish Peanut Butter Easter Eggs are a delightful and indulgent treat that will make your Easter celebrations even more special. These eggs are popular at Amish bakeries, and they are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Made with creamy peanut butter and coated in a rich chocolate shell, these eggs are a mouthwatering delight that everyone will enjoy. Whether you are looking for a fun Easter activity to do with your kids or a delicious dessert to share with your family and friends, these Amish Peanut Butter Easter Eggs are sure to impress.
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Ingredients
  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-1/3 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1-1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons shortening

Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, beat peanut butter, butter and vanilla until blended.
  2. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar and cracker crumbs.
  3. Shape mixture into 16 eggs; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets.
  4. Chill 30 minutes or until firm.
  5. On low heat, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth.
  6. Dip eggs in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off.
  7. Return eggs to baking sheets.
  8. Chill 30 minutes.
  9. If desired, decorate eggs with icing.
  10. Let stand until set.
  11. Store in airtight containers in refrigerator.

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Amish Sugar Cookies

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish,Amish Recipes,Recipes

Amish Sugar Cookies

Amish Sugar Cookies

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar

Directions

In a large bowl, beat the butter, oil, and sugars. Beat in eggs until well blended. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually add to creamed mixture.

Drop by small teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Yield: about 5 dozen.

Amish Homemade Pizza Casserole

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish,Amish cooking,Amish Recipes,Recipes

Amish Pizza Casserole

Over the past couple of decades pizza has become increasingly popular among the Amish.  And if one is tired of pizza, the Amish are keen on its many variations: pizza casserole, pizza bread, English muffin pizza, and even pizza cookies (okay, that’s actually a sweet that just looks like a pizza).

Pizza casserole is basically pizza without the crust, and with noodles.  This is a photo as it goes into the oven (nope, this is not the Amish Cook’s house, she wouldn’t have electric range) before the cheese is melted:

Pizza Casserole
Makes 6 to 8 servings
8 ounces noodles, cooked
1 pound hamburger
1 cup diced onion
1 cup fresh sour cream
1 cup pizza sauce
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup diced or shredded Colby cheese
Cook noodles until tender. Drain and place into 9-inch-by-13-inch baking
dish. Brown the hamburger in a skillet over medium heat.  Remove from heat and drain.
In order, layer hamburger, onion, sour cream, pizza sauce, cottage cheese
and Colby cheese on top of noodles. Do NOT stir.

Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes or until cheese on top is bubbly.

Amish Book of Cast Iron Cooking

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish,Amish books,Amish cooking,Amish Recipes,Recipes

 Amish Book of Cast Iron Cooking
cast iron recipes

 You won’t find many modern conveniences in an Amish kitchen but what you will find is a place where family gathers for hearty meals and shared time together without electric appliances and gadgets.

You will see aluminum and steel pots and pans, but you will also see plenty of cast iron.

The Amish are praised for their amazing cooking. Amish style restaurants are popular and folks often drive long distances just to enjoy their food. Much of their cooking revolves around cast iron cookware. The pots and pans are versatile and well crafted. Amish practicality justifies buying items that are long lasting and multi-functional.

Cast iron is the perfect fit for the Amish kitchen and for yours, too. Here is your guide to caring for and cooking with cast iron cookware. There are also many traditional Amish recipes that rely on cast iron for their delicious flavor. Enjoy!

 

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