Dutch Country Cooking

By Mrs. Hershberger

Self-published, 2000, 171 pages

Spiral bound softcover. Slight shelf wear. No markings found. Photos are of the actual item for sale and show a sample of pages.

A collection of some of Mrs. Hershberger's favorite recipes. It also includes favorites of her mother's, grandmothers' and mother-in-law. Amish cooking is a very unique way of cooking. In this book, you will find lots of different and tasty recipes from the heart of Amish country.

Includes:

• Volcano Appetizer
• Penny Saver Casserole
• Mayonnaise Cake
• Sam Lizzie Church Cookies
• Old Fashioned Hard Tack Candy

This cookbook reflects the heart of Amish home cooking—simple, practical, and deeply rooted in family tradition. Recipes rely on accessible pantry staples and straightforward methods, emphasizing comfort foods like pies, cookies, breads, and hearty main dishes. The inclusion of sugar-free adaptations alongside classic desserts shows a balance between tradition and everyday practicality, while the handwritten-style organization and family attributions highlight its community origins. Rather than chef-driven cuisine, this is lived-in cooking—meant for gatherings, church suppers, and daily meals—making the book both a functional kitchen companion and a snapshot of Amish culinary heritage.