The Amish Cook: Recollections and Recipes from an Old Order Amish Family

I was excited to write a review of this book until I read all the other reviews and now feel I can't say anything more than has been all ready said. I just ordered my second book for a relative as she has many Amish and Mennonite friends in Middlebury and Shipshewana, IN. She will be thrilled. In the troubled times we live in one could learn a lot in how to revert back to some of our culinary ways, and recipes, of our past heritage and save and make more out of nothing. Thank you for allowing me to share my thoughts with you all.

This book is packed with great recipes, but what makes it even more unique are the little narrative commentaries included with each recipe about the Amish way of life. I really love this book!

This book gives such a delightful insider's view of Amish life that it far surpasses most of the books about Amish life in print. Then you get the bonus of the recipes! You will find yourself laughing and mourning with Elizabeth as she journeys this life plainly.

Not only is this book a great read about the personal day to day going ons of Mrs. Coblentz, it is also a great help in the kitchen. Without meaning to, the book seems to pull you into their lives and culture. We are already using many of the recipes in our own home. The pictures are beautiful and leaving you wanting to peek more into their lives. If you are interested in the Amish, as I am, I found this book to be a nice way to be that "fly on the wall"

I found the book lovely, restful, funny, and full of wonderful tips. Elizabeth, her family and her community really come to life on the pages. I very much enjoyed this book.

Having met Elizabeth Coblentz a number of years ago, I was thrilled to buy a copy of her book. There are terrific photos and the recipes are fabulous. Would make a great permanent addition to anyones cookbook collection!