BlfrUncamr Farming, Saturday, March 11, 1995 New Cookbook Features PHILADELPHIA Numer ous stories, histories, and cook books have been written about the Amish. Their unique way of life— simple, yet rich in tradition fasci nates people everywhere. Now a new book, “Amish Cooking,” has been released by Running Press Book Publishers. The book has much more than SO authentic recipes. It’s pages are filled with vibrant photography of food, people and places. Jillian Stewart edited by book. Amish photography is done by Mel Horst, and food photography by Neil Sutherland and Peter Barry. A history of the Amish is inters persed with anecdotes that bring to life the food, culture, and traditions of the Amish. The hard-cover cookbook is available at book stores for $ 12.98. It may be mail ordered by calling 1-800-345-5359. Here is a recipe from the cookbook. 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Numerous anecdotes and period photographs, along with historical background, bring to life the food, cul ture, and traditions of the Amish. slighly cooled, add the eggs and the yeast mixture. Mix well, then work in the flour to make a thick batter. Add more flour if the batter is too runny. Beat the mixture with a spatula or wooden spoon; it will be too soft to knead by hand. Cover the bowl and leave the batter in a cool place for about one hour to rise until doubled in bulk. Grease two" deep pie dishes. Arrange Furniture Good Floor Plan you have and what types of new furniture pieces are needed. 3. Find a focus. Before moving anything on your grid, identify the room’s foc al point, such as a fireplace or a window with a pleasing view. If the room doesn’t have a natural focal point, substitute an interest ing furniture piece or group of accessories to create an eye catching focus. Use this focal point as the cornerstone on which to build your furniture arrangement. 4. Move it. 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