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What Makes Amish Food So Special?!

The Amish have fascinated the modern world for years. They live a life completely foreign to the rest of us, and while we wouldn't necessarily wish to live as they live, we can't help but admire their faith and commitment.

The Amish trace their origins to 16th century Europe, more specifically to the Protestant Reformation. This origianal group of believers were called "Mennonites," after Menno Simons, one of their leaders (a former Roman Catholic Priest). They believed that their devotion to God should set them apart from the rest of the world. Because they did, if fact, stand out, they were often persecuted.

In 1693, a young Mennonite leader believed that the church was losing some of it's purity and was beginning to make compromises with the world. So, he and a group left the Mennonites and formed a separate fellowship - the Amish. This movement began to reach North America as early as 1727. Most of the Amish pioneers settled in eastern Pennsylvania. Today, the Amish live in over 20 states and at least one Canadian province.

While the Amish have our respect in general, we most admire their skillmanship. Whether it's building first class furniture, piecing the most beautiful quilts you've ever seen or cooking the most amazing food you've ever


tasted - we're always left wondering, "What's their secret?" Simple. It's hard work and commitment combined with fierce pride in what their hands create.

You can taste the truth of this "secret" in every bite of Amish Cooking.

When we hear the words "Amish Recipes," we're instantly interested. And when we hear the words "Amish food," we're instantly hungry! The Amish have passed down, through the generations, a love and respect of food. Food is at the heart of every gathering in Amish communities and serves as a source of great interest and amusement. Because it IS so central to their way of living, they have perfected cooking techniques and know their way around a kitchen better than most of the cooks we watch each night on the Food Network.

From homemade breads and jams to puddings and chicken pot pies, the Amish have a passion for cooking that every kitchen in the world could benefit from.

About the author:

Joi Sigers is a web publisher and writer, but is first and foremost a wife and mother who'd rather be in the kitchen cooking than just about anywhere else! Check out her food blog, Get Cooking.