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Apple Venison Ring

BY GLORIA YODER A huge change is unfolding in our house. This morning our five oldest children, grades one thru seven, left for school. Yes, there were lots of feelings in the basket this … more

9/13/24

Amish Cook-Crinkle Cookies

BY GLORIA YODER Our time in Ohio is passing on wings. How can days melt so swiftly? When I first started thinking of coming to Ohio for a couple of weeks it was with the thought of spending … more

6/3/24

Amish Cook-Crispy Crunchy Salad

THE AMISH COOK BY GLORIA YODER I stood with Daniel’s cousins as we sang song after song. It was one of those priceless moments- too precious for words, yet not something any of us would … more

5/10/24

Amish Cook-Hushpuppies

THE AMISH COOK BY GLORIA YODER What a day to be remembered! When I first heard about the eclipse, I pictured something like the one we had seven years ago. As the days came close, I … more

4/30/24

Homemade Amish granola bars (pressed in the pan before the chocolate is poured over it)

Amish Cook-Chewy Granola Bars

I glance back, I see memories. I look in the future, I see no certainty. I look at the moment and thank God for what I have right now. Now when I look too long at things I don’t … more

4/23/24

Amish Cook-Bubble Up Pizza

Seventeen children came beaming in the doorway. There was a slight shuffling as they placed their coats on the couch and lined up in three rows to sing. Our country school next door was having a … more

4/16/24

Amish Cook-Emergency Biscuits

Spring is bursting in splendor. Birds sing the sweetest of songs in melodious chirps, grass is growing tall enough to mow, and the garden is being tilled. Spring. Could life be any better than in … more

4/8/24

Amish Cook- Stray Cats and Rhubarb Cake Dessert

THE AMISH COOK BY GLORIA YODER “May we keep it- and give it some milk?” “Of course you may feed it, we’ll see about keeping it.” In a short order … more

4/1/24

Amish Cook-Frogmore Stew

In my girlhood years, Mom always did her best to make our birthdays special. Not only did she help sing Happy Birthday for us and bake a cake; we also got to choose what was on the menu for our … more

3/12/24

Amish Cook-Cheesy Chicken Stew

My kitchen is torn to pieces; everything is a huge mess. Before you get worried, though, I’m having an amazing day! Thanks to the kindness and generosity of those who had never met us, I … more

by GLORIA YODER | 1/30/24

Amish Cook-Lemony Chocolate Cheesecake

This week I will introduce you to the most beautiful lady I spoke with on our trip to Ohio. Her name is Mary, she is 88 years old and a grandmother to my husband, Daniel. True beauty shines through … more

1/2/24

Amish Cook-Homemade Christmas Mints

Gloria took the week after Thanksgiving off from writing the column, but she will be back next week. As her editor and a writer, myself, I can attest to the rigors of writing a weekly column. … more

12/8/23

Amish Cook-Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

THE AMISH COOK BY GLORIA YODER Okay, what I would really like is an open house and host all of you for a meal, get acquainted, and the like. I know it's impossible, but I won't stop wishing … more

10/20/23

Amish Cook-APPLE CIDER SQUARES

My heart was warmed. How special, a gift from my boyfriend. It was 14 years ago, and I was spending time with Daniel and his family. The stone he had bought for me was a treasure; it bore the words, … more

9/25/23

Amish Cook-Watermelon Baby Carriage

We were all huddled in the downstairs bedroom, a storm was brewing. At that moment I felt suction from the east window which was partially opened. I knew this must be it- a tornado for real. In an … more

7/10/23