Recent Posts

Amish Breaded Steak and Gravy Recipe

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

Amish Breaded Steak and Gravy Recipe
A delicious meal that sticks to the ribs. It uses an inexpensive cut of beef to create a delicious meal. The original, Amish recipe used 3 times the ingredients, making a dozen breaded steaks. I have reduced the ingredients to make 4 servings. Enough for most English families.
Steak & A Biscuit.
Ingredients:
  • 2 cups of vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 lbs of round steak, cut into four chunks, pounded out about 3/4 inch thick
  • 3 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 2 large eggs, beaten with 3 tbsp milk
  • 3 1/4 cup of milk
  • 2 cups of all purpose flour, plus another 1/4 cup for just the gravy
Begin by heating the oil in a medium cast iron skillet. 
Create an egg wash. Take the eggs and stir them up with 3 tablespoons of the milk.  Add two cups of the flour to a medium casserole dish, and a two teaspoons of the salt and one teaspoon of the pepper. Mix well.
Dip your meat into flour, lightly coat, the, dip into the  egg wash, then back into the flour mixture. Set on a rack for a couple of minutes until you have another one coated. Repeat with the other two.
Your oil should be around 350-370 degrees. Carefully add a steak into skillet, and fry for about 3-5 minutes on each side. You will notice that the juices will begin to sprout up while you are frying. When you flip to fry the other side, make sure the juices run clear.
Preheat your oven to 225 degrees. Once the steaks are fried, place them in the oven to keep warm as you make the gravy.
Drain the oil. Reserve four tablespoons and add in a quarter cup of the flour. Whisk for about two minutes.  Add in the milk, about a cup at a time and continue to whisk. This is the labor intensive part, but oh so worth it. Season generously with black pepper and a bit more salt. Yes, continue to whisk.
Taste and season the gravy accordingly. Keep whisking. Once the gravy comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and continue to whisk.  The gravy should be thick, but not too thick. If it becomes too thick because you haven’t whisked enough, add a bit of water to thin it out.
Remove one of the steaks from the oven, plate, and ladle the gravy over the top. Serve with mashed potatoes and biscuits.
Join The Amish: CLICK 

Why is Autism non-existent in the Amish community?

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish

People outside the alternative health community are often confused by the lack of autism in the Amish people. The Amish do not experience autism, or most of the other learning disabilities that plague our technological society. They live in a society that consists of outdated technologies and ideals, at least by contemporary standards.


Amish have little Autism


  The Amish live free of the chemicals and toxins we have in our foods, they do not vaccinate their children, nor do they live with technology buzzing all around them twenty four hours a day, seven days a week like the rest of the public does.


The Amish also do not suffer from Autism or the learning disabilities that normal children suffer with. People outside the alternative health community are confused and wonder at this particular health issue.


Their diets consist of organic, fresh, homemade, locally grown meals, the result is a people, void of all chronic diseases, a healthier people. In the Amish community heart disease, cancer and diabetes, are virtually non-existent. How is it that people without chemically engineered prescription medicines and chemically engineered foods, are healthier?


The truth of health related to foods and medicines is an embarrassment to those in the “big business” industry To the dismay of the mainstream media and the medical establishment, this has resulted in a healthier people, who are void of all of our chronic diseases. Heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are virtually non-existent in Amish villages. Equally non-existent are our modern, chemically-engineered medicines, enhanced (chemically engineered) foods, G.M.O. (genetically engineered) foods, and of course, vaccines. How is it that those who are without the so-called “miracles” of modern orthodox medicine are healthier? The truth about health, medicine, and how they both relate to the Amish has become an embarrassment to some rather powerful people.


In Olmsted’s case, the pharmaceutical vaccine activists put their well-funded efforts behind disparaging him and the Amish article, falsely claiming that a vaccine-autism link has been “debunked.” One result of their efforts can be seen in the skewed editing of Olmsted’s Wikipedia biography. It’s worth reading so that you can begin to recognize the wording and hallmarks of vaccine activist propaganda in blogs, articles, ads, on the news and in social media.


There have been 3 (yes three) verified cases of autism in the Amish, and two of those children were vaccinated. No information is available for the third child, who was likely vaccinated himself. The strong correlation between vaccinations and autism is becoming undeniable, unless you work for the medical establishment, the government, or Big Media. 


Speak Pennsylvania Dutch – Amish Words To Learn

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish

Speak Pennsylvania Dutch - Amish Words To Learn

The Amish and Conservative Mennonites speak a German dialect called Pennsylvania Dutch. Start with the words below and you’ll be having schpass in no time! 

FREE AMISH NEWSLETTER

Kannst Du Deitsch Schwetza? – Can you speak Dutch?
kapps—caps 
kumme—come 
schpass—fun 

jah—yes bruder—brother 

absatz—stop 
daremlich—dizzy 
dumm—dumb 
baremlich—terrible 
boppli—baby 
lappich buwe—silly boy 
maedel—girl 
schtinke—stink 
daed—dad 
mamm—mom 
frosch—frog 
Ich verschreck net graad—I don’t frighten easily. 
oier—eggs 
pannekuche—pancakes 
hungerich—hungry 
busslin—kittens 
katze—cats 
Is fattgange—Go away. 
melke—milk 
lecherich—ridiculous 
hochmut—pride 
windle—diapers 
kaes—cheese 
meh—more 
hundli—puppy 
Voll schpaas—Very funny. 
buch—book 
ach—oh 
appenditlich—delicious 
aldi—girlfriend 
Guder mariye schlofkopp—Good morning sleepyhead. 
grank—sick 
schmaert—smart 
hund—dog 
pescht—pest 
baremlich—terrible 
schlang—snake 
wunderbaar—wonderful 
narrish—crazy 
umgerennt—upset 
koppweh—headache

Common Phrases: 
Wer lauert an der Wand, Heert sie eegni Schand.—-If you listen through the wall, you will hear others recite your faults.
Kannscht du Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch schwetzer?—Can you speak Pennsylvania Dutch?
Sie scheie sich vun haddiArewat.—-They shrink from hard work.
Sis alles hendich eigericht.—-All is handily arranged.
Die Zeit fer in Bett is nau!—-The time to go to bed is now.
Duh’s uff die Rechning!—-Put it on the bill.
Sie Batt nemme duhn ich gern.—-I’ll willingly take his part.
Sis unvergleichlich hees dohin.—-It’s terribly hot in here.
Der Siffer hot zu viel geleppert.—-The drunkard had just sipped too much.
Alle Daag rumhersitze macht em faul.—-Sitting all day makes one lazy.
Wann der Hund dich uff der Buckel legt, gebt’s Schnee.—-When the dog lies on his back, there will be snow.
Ferwas bischt allfatt so schtarrkeppich?—-Why are you so stubborn?
Der Keenich muss mer erhehe.—-On must exalt the King.
Sie hot die Kinner hiede misse.—-She had to mind the children.
Er kann vun wunners net saage.—Speech fails him.
Nix hot sich verregt, net jewens en Mause.—-Nothing stirred, not even a mouse.
En Schtich in Zeit is neine wart schpaeder naus. – A stitch in time, saves nine.
Mer sott em sei Eegne net verlosse; Gott verlosst die Seine nicht.—One should not abandon ones own; God does not abandon his own.
Er is en faehicher schreiner.— He is an able carpenter.
Er hot en iwwerflissich lewe gfaahre.—He lived the abundant life.
Ich hab en aker grummbiere geblanst.—I planted an acre of potatoes.
Mir gleiche die Amische brieder bsuche.—We enjoy visiting our Amish brethren.
Sell kann ennichpepper duh.—Anyone can do that
Er hot net der glaawe.—He doesn’t keep up the faith.
Gott segen eich.—God bless you.
Mir hen Englischer bsuch ghadde.—We had non Amish visitors.
Es gebt viele schwatze kieh, awwer sie gewwe all weissi millich.—There are many black cows, but they all give white milk. –   Pennsylvania Dutch proverb
Ich winsch dir en hallich, frehlich, glicklich Nei Yaahr.–I wish you a happy, joyful, prosperous New Year.
Nau is awwer bsll Zert!—Now it’s about Time!
Es waarken maulvoll gat.—There was nothing good about it.
Sis niemand do.—There’s nobody here.
Er harricht gut, awwer er foligt schlecht.—He hears well, but obeys poorly.
Ich hab nix dagege.—I don’t object.
Er is weenich ad.—He’s a little off in the head.
Ich saag dank am disch.—I offer thanks at the table.
Mer muss uff sich selwer achtgewwe.—One has to take care of himself.
Was der schinner is letz?—What in the world is wrong?
Er is ganz ab.—He’s quite out of his mind.
Ich eeger ihn so viel.—I owe his so much.
Sie hot sich widder verschlofe.—She overslept again.
Sie hot die hosse aa.—She wears the pants in the family.
Sell is nix as baeffzes.—That is nothing but trifling talk.
Setz der disch.—Set the table.
Die sunn is am unnergeh.—The sun is setting.
Die faasnacht kummt hinneno.—Slow as molasses in january.

Wu schmoke is, is aa feier.—Where there is smoke, there is fire.Lehman's Amish store

Four Amish Remedies That Are Very Effective: Amish Health Secrets

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish

The following list consists of home remedies the Amish have used for generations. 
Kill Foot Odor With a Rubbing Alcohol Foot Wash
Foot odor can arise from many sources. Whether you sweat more than the average person or a certain type of shoe material seems to bring out the funk in your feet, Rubbing Alcohol has long been used as a natural way to deodorize feet.
Preliminary research suggests alcohol eliminates foot odor due to its antiseptic properties. Foot odor comes from bacteria who live off your sweat. The sweatier your feet, the greater the bacteria, which means the stinkier your feet. Simply pour enough alcohol into a basin to fully submerge your feet. Add 1 cup of water and soak each foot for 5 to 10 minutes. Repeat every morning or night to prevent your feet from clearing a room the moment your shoes come off.
Eliminate Headaches the Natural Way
While you’ve probably never heard of Willow Bark, this plant species has been used since Hippocrates as a pain reliever and anti-inflammatory agent. In fact, this plant is so successful at treating headaches and other aliments that it was used as a primary element to develop aspirin. The primary active compound, known as salicin, is noted by researchers to provide near-instant headache relief.
If you feel the nagging pressure or thumping, make a Willow Bark tea by placing 2 teaspoons of dried bark into 8 ounces of water. Allow the tea to lightly boil for 10 to 15 minutes, then steep for 30 minutes. For faster relief, take 60 to 240 milligrams of a salicin nutritional supplement. Don’t have access to either of the aforementioned? Almonds feature the same active compound. Eat 20 almonds at the beginning of any headache. In fact, research suggests those who eat 10 to 15 almonds per day have fewer headaches than those who don’t.
Clove Oil for Toothaches
Have you ever smoked a clove cigar? If so, you probably notice your mouth and tongue were instantly numb. This herb is known for its ability to numb skin. In fact, clove oil is commonly used in modern dentistry as a pain control treatment throughout a procedure. It’s believed the effectiveness of clove oil for toothaches is due to a compound known as Eugenol. This compound is so effective, many dentists recommend it for emergency toothache relief.
To experience relief, place 1 to 2 drops of clove oil directly on the affected portions of your mouth. Try not to swallow the oil. Repeat until you can find permanent toothache relief by visiting your dentist.

Relieve Eczema Itch and Pain With Evening Primrose Oil

While the severity of eczema can dramatically vary, the desire to relieve its pain, itching and swelling is universally strong. Evening Primrose Oil, or EPO, has long been used to retain skin moisture and treat various ailments; however, it’s not until recently the scientific community. The Europe PubMed Central database highlights a study published in the 1988 edition of ‘Drugs Under Experimental and Clinical Research,’ which found topical application of evening primrose oil significantly improved eczema symptoms and severity. It’s believed this oil provides such relief through a compound known as Efamol, which contains forms of linoleic acid.
With your physicians’ consent, apply 3 to 4 drops of EPO directly to affected portions of your skin. Repeat one to two times per day for relief.
Join The Amish: CLICK

Amish Buggy Styles You May Have Not Seen

Written by Dennis Regling in Amish,Amish cooking,Delaware Amish,Maryland Amish,Mennonites,Other States,Travel,Virginia Amish

Buggy styles can vary across the hundreds of Amish settlements in North America. Here are a few that you may not have seen.

This is not an Amish Taxi, it is an unmissable Byler Amish buggy. 

The Byler Amish are located northeast of Altoona, in Kishacoquillas Valley, Pennsylvania.

 

Big Valley Amish
The Nebraska Amish buggy is also seen in Kishacoquillas Valley.  Unlike most Amish buggies, the Nebraska buggy has no protective front. No “windshield”, just open air. 
Nebraska Amish are among the most conservative of all Amish groups. Nebraska Amish live in just a few places, Kishacoquillas Valley and in a small community in northeastern Ohio.
Renno Amish Buggy
 
A Renno Amish buggy, also in Kishacoquillas Valley aka Big Valley.  Amish in Juniata County drive buggies of a similar style. The Renno Amish are a minority group found in just four settlements.
You may have seen black buggies in other communities, in Ohio or Indiana. Typically those buggies have tapered sides, distinguishing them from the Renno buggies.
Lancaster Amish Buggy

The classic Lancaster grey-top buggy.  Amish in two other communities, Cecil County, Maryland, and Charlotte County, Virginia, also drive this style.

Dover Amish Buggy
 
The Dover, Delaware Amish buggy.  Notice the difference between this and the black Renno buggy above.  The Dover buggy is bulkier, with curved-in sides.
Amish in the Dover settlement at Halifax County, Virginia also drive this style. Dover-affiliated Amish are found in 16 locations across America.

 

 

When we think of Pennsylvania Amish, we typically think of the Lancaster County gray buggy.  The Amish at New Wilmington, Pennsylvania use a distinctive brown-topped vehicle.  New Wilmington Amish and their spin-off groups are the only ones to use this color.
 
Swartzentruber Amish buggy
 
A Swartzentruber Amish buggy passes by in Wayne County, Ohio. 
Swartzentruber buggies lack both an SMV triangle and a storm front.
 
 
 
An Old Order Mennonite carriage for zipping around the neighborhood.  Old Order Mennonite communities can be found in Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ontario, and other places.
 
 
The Ashland Amish use grey reflector tape to outline a safety triangle.  An orange reflector is located in the center of the tape triangle.
Swiss Amish Buggy
 
Amish in certain so-called “Swiss” communities use a distinct style of buggy.  Swiss carriages are always open-top.
 
Amish cargo Buggy
 
 
Buggies come in a variety of styles and designs, with different names depending on the community.  The vehicle above, which we might think of as an “Amish pick-up truck”, is designed for hauling bulky items.
Amish Church Buggy
 
This large wagon is used to transport church benches between Amish homes.  Amish do not hold church services in separate buildings, but rather in the basement, shop, or barn of a member’s home.  
The church wagon hauls both pews and hymnals. Church services are held every other week.
 
 
Amish adults sometimes ride in pony carts as well.  Since no driver’s license is required, sometimes very young Amish children pilot pony carts.

VISIT THE AMISH

Join The Amish

 

Secret Amish Country: What the travel sites don’t know

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

Secret Amish Country

Among all the tourist attractions in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, there is a “secret” Amish country—a little-known stretch of farms on route 772, east of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
The stretch of Rt. 772 that runs Southeast from Route 23 at Leola in the North to Route 340 at Intercourse in the South is chock full of authentic ‘finds’ without being a main tourist corridor.
You will find little roadside stands with fresh fruits, vegetables and cheeses. You will find little shops and authentic Amish folk.
This is not tourist country, it is Amish country.