Algona Cook Book, Circa 1910: Part Two
Welcome back to Algona Cook Book, Circa 1910: Part Two. If you missed part one you can catch that here. Today we get to delve into some interesting recipes. I …
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Welcome back to Algona Cook Book, Circa 1910: Part Two. If you missed part one you can catch that here. Today we get to delve into some interesting recipes. I …
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Once again I managed to scrounge up an ancient cookbook! This is by far my oldest dated cookbook and I was tickled to find the Algona Cook Book, circa 1910. …
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I hope you have enjoyed our little tour through “Dear Mrs. Yoder: Recipes from an Amish Cookbook”. Today well will be sharing a few more recipes from their unique and …
Dear Mrs. Yoder: Recipes from an Amish Cookbook- Part Three Read MoreWe are back again with some fabulous Amish recipes in “Dear Mrs. Yoder: Recipes from an Amish Cookbook”. They are sure to please in both interest and deliciousness. I look …
Dear Mrs. Yoder: Recipes from an Amish Cookbook- Part Two Read MoreWelcome back to “Time in the Word”. It’s a pleasure to have you join us here. Our local area has recently suffered the loss of a community business owner, as …
Whole Creation Groans Read More
If you haven’t guessed, I like cookbooks. Right now, as I am typing you this article, my foot is resting against a stack of twelve, rummage sale bought, dandies-of-a-cookbook. The …
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As a child living in Friesland, sooner or later you’d wander on down to the tracks. We did a great deal of playing on the tracks. Grabbing a ride on the train was often discussed, but nobody appeared serious about it… until. Until one day, someone’s brain advanced far beyond the rest of us and suggested, that with proper planning, it could be done.
A Ride On The Train Read More
I planted concord grapes here in Minnesota about 7 years ago. It has been a bit of a battle trying to keep them growing. Of the three concord grape plants …
Concord Grapes! Read More
Peaches Galore! Come check out some recipes.
Just Peachy: Peach Recipes, Part Two Read More
Alright! It’s my fault. I should have been “on the ball” when I saw peaches advertised at the store. I could have sent this out earlier to meet your peach …
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