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Worlds Best Sugar Cookie

Worlds Best Sugar Cookie

Posted by Susan Byler, Housecleaner, Bristolville OH on 22nd Jan 2018

1 cup butter1 cup powdered sugar1 cup white sugar2 eggs2 tsp vanilla¾ cup cooking oil1 tsp salt1 tsp baking soda5 cups flour1 tsp cream of tarterMix and roll into balls. Flatten with a glass … read more
The Big Book: Martyr’s Mirror, A look into the Past

The Big Book: Martyr’s Mirror, A look into the Past

Posted by Marcus Yoder on 22nd Jan 2018

Persecution is often viewed as a hindrance to the growth and development of the church. Not one of us desires to be persecuted, but when it does happen, God has faithfully supplied the grace and co … read more
Best Brown Bread

Best Brown Bread

Posted by Twila Shrock, age 9, homeschooled, Cochranton PA on 19th Jan 2018

When I think of a simple lifestyle, I inherently think of growing your own vegetables, raising chickens, milking a cow and making your own bread. So with that thought in mind I have a Brown Bread reci … read more
Breakfast Casserole

Breakfast Casserole

Posted by Robert (construction) and Susan Miller (homemaker), Baltic OH on 12th Jan 2018

One of many people's favorite meal, Breakfast!For your Saturday morning enjoyment, or anytime for that matter. 2 lbs Tater tots¼ cup buttersausage gravy15 eggs1 tsp salt½ tsp baking powder1 tsp … read more
Word of the Week - Vexel

Word of the Week - Vexel

Posted by Amish Country Insider on 10th Jan 2018

What source of finance do you use to make a purchase? Within the Amish Community, generally most individuals are most comfortable carrying cash to make purchases. This being the most traditional way, … read more
Loving Our Enemies

Loving Our Enemies

Posted by Marcus Yoder on 8th Jan 2018

Heinz Gaugel, the man who painted Behalt, did much of his research in the Martyr’s Mirror. In his reading, he came across an account that he felt deserved a prominent place on the canvas, and in th … read more
Mom's Oatmeal Cookies

Mom's Oatmeal Cookies

Posted by Amish Country Insider on 28th Dec 2017

I remember being excited for mom's cooking growing up. When I saw this recipe I automatically thought "this has to be a good one". Since recipes that survive from the 1940's will only do so if they ar … read more
Word of the Week - Lebish

Word of the Week - Lebish

Posted by Amish Country Insider on 28th Dec 2017

May all your food be tasty! Great food is the icing on the cake to a great time with family and friends. We all anticipate and compliment each other on how good the food tastes. There are ti … read more
Business Spotlight - Des Eck Welding

Business Spotlight - Des Eck Welding

Posted by Amish Country Insider on 20th Dec 2017

Planning on building a new barn? Need a deer feeder? Have some custom welding projects? Amish craftsmanship is well known world wide. Des Eck Welding is no exception. Located in the Heart of Ohio's Am … read more
Butter Pecan Ho-Ho Cake - Susan Detweiler

Butter Pecan Ho-Ho Cake - Susan Detweiler

Posted by Amish Country Insider on 20th Dec 2017

Butter Pecan Ho-Ho Cake1 box Butter Pecan Cake Mix. Bake as directed in a sheet pan. Let cool.Combine:8 oz cream cheese, softened2 TBSP vanilla instant pudding16 oz Cool WhipSpread this mixture … read more
Word of the Week (Farm Edition)

Word of the Week (Farm Edition)

Posted by Amish Country Insider on 20th Dec 2017

I grew up on a farm, the same farm my mother grew up as a child. My parents moved back to this farm to help my grandparents run the farm and look after them once they were older. This is something com … read more
A Faithful Life: Menno Simons, Influencer of an Anabaptist Movement

A Faithful Life: Menno Simons, Influencer of an Anabaptist Movement

Posted by By Marcus Yoder & Mark Oliver on 19th Dec 2017

One may never know the impact of their life on others.An example of this is an Anabaptist man from Holland named Sicke Freerks Synder who was martyred in 1531 for his faith. A young Catholic priest … read more