38 Amish Recipes for the Holidays

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38 Amish Recipes for the Holidays2/38 Amish Yum-Yum Salad 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I received the recipe for Amish yum-yum salad from a friend of my mother’s years ago. I always have the ingredients on hand in case I need a quick dessert. Any flavor of gelatin works well, and sometimes I spoon it into individual parfait glasses instead of serving it in one big bowl. Everyone enjoys it. —Yvonne Bellomo, Ebensburg, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 302 calories, 10g fat (9g saturated fat), 0

cholesterol, 37mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (45g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein

cholesterol, 37mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (45g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. For apple lovers, the Amish have a yummy dessert known as “Apple goodie” which is the perfect end to a hearty holiday feast. 3/38 Amish Onion Cake 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This rich, moist bread with an onion-poppy seed topping is a wonderful break from your everyday bread routine. You can serve it with any meat, and it’s a nice accompaniment to soup or salad. I’ve made it many times and have

often been asked to share the recipe

often been asked to share the recipe. —Mitzi Sentiff, Annapolis, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 539 calories, 36g fat (22g saturated fat), 182mg cholesterol, 748mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein. Check out these Amish baking tips that you’ll wish you knew sooner. 4/38 Sausage Bread Dressing 8 Reviews Sausage Bread Dressing Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings about 12 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and father go crazy for this dressing. Leftovers are rare but they freeze quite well. To save time, chop the

Add a little baking time since it will be cold

veggies and prepare (but don’t bake) the dressing up to two days ahead of time and refrigerate. Add a little baking time since it will be cold. —Bette Votral, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 166 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 455mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. 5/38 Sweet Potato Pancakes with Cinnamon Cream 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Sweet Potato Pancakes with Cinnamon Cream Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Topped with a rich cinnamon cream,

these pancakes are an ideal dish for celebrating the tastes and aromas of fall

these pancakes are an ideal dish for celebrating the tastes and aromas of fall. —Tammy Rex, New Tripoli, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 2 pancakes with 2 tablespoons topping: 325 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 203mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Nancy Mock for Taste of Home Old-Fashioned Oatmeal PieOatmeal pie is a tasty dessert that captures all the luscious flavor of pecan pie but costs less to make. It’s a perfect treat for those who have nut allergies. Go to Recipe 6/38 7/38 Maple Baked Beans 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Maple

I usually prepare maple baked beans just for us during the winter

Baked Beans Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 10 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Since my husband raises hogs and my parents produce maple syrup, this recipe is a natural for me! I usually prepare maple baked beans just for us during the winter. In summer, I’ll often make it for family picnics and get-togethers. —Cindy Huitema, Dunnville, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 280 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 453mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 10g fiber), 10g protein. 8/38 Farmhouse Pork and Apple Pie 14 Reviews

9/38 Roasted Chicken with Rosemary 23 Reviews Contest Winner

Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 10 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve always loved pork and apples together, and this recipe combines them nicely to create a comforting main dish. It calls for a bit of preparation, but my family and I agree the wonderful flavor is well worth the effort. —Suzanne Strocsher, Bothell, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 467 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 110mg cholesterol, 603mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 36g protein. 9/38 Roasted Chicken with Rosemary 23 Reviews Contest Winner

Herbs, garlic and butter give this hearty meal in one a classic flavor

Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 2 hours 20 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Herbs, garlic and butter give this hearty meal in one a classic flavor. It’s a lot like pot roast, except it uses chicken instead of beef. —Isabel Zienkosky, Salt Lake City, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 449 calories, 28g fat (11g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 479mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein. If you’re craving something sweet-and-tangy, then be sure to try out this Amish potato salad recipe. 10/38 Potato Stuffing Casserole 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste

If you’re looking for an alternative to mashed potatoes, try this dish

of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I adapted this recipe from a Pennsylvania Dutch cookbook, and it’s indicative of the fine German cooking found in this area. If you’re looking for an alternative to mashed potatoes, try this dish. —Elsa Kerschner, Kunkletown, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 258 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 295mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein. 11/38 Amish Vanilla Pie 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Amish Vanilla Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 5 min

It reminds me of the many cream pies my grandma made for holidays

Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We live in rural northern Indiana where we have several Amish communities. I found this recipe in our local paper a few years back, and after making a few adjustments, I came up with a fabulous pie! It reminds me of the many cream pies my grandma made for holidays. Be sure to allow the Amish vanilla pie to set and cool completely before cutting and serving. —Shelly Brubacher, Nappanee, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 430 calories, 18g fat (11g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (35g sugars,

1g fiber), 5g protein

1g fiber), 5g protein. 12/38 Apple, Butternut and Sausage Dressing 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 2 hours Servings 2 pans (10 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’d heard about using squash in dressing, so I combined four things I love into one dish: apples, butternut squash, bacon and maple sausage! Now, it’s one of the most requested dishes during the holidays. —Brenda Crouch, Ansley, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 401 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 793mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 11g protein. 13/38 Pork Chops

The dish is always a winner with my family

with Apples and Stuffing 80 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The heartwarming taste of cinnamon and apples is the perfect accompaniment for these tender pork chops. The dish is always a winner with my family. Because it calls for only four ingredients, it’s a main course I can serve with little preparation. —Joan Hamilton, Worcester, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 527 calories, 21g fat (9g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 550mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 36g protein.

This recipe is so good and oh-so-easy

14/38 Slow-Cooker Sauerbraten 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Sauerbraten Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family is of German Lutheran descent, and although we enjoy this traditional beef roast, I never liked the amount of time and fuss it takes to make it. This recipe is so good and oh-so-easy. It’s great served with dumplings, spaetzle, veggies or a salad. —Norma English, Baden, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 475 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 858mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (40g

sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein

sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein. 15/38 Apple Slab Pie 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Apple Slab Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Apple slab pie is a terrific contribution to a covered-dish supper, picnic or potluck. It’s baked in a large 15×10 baking pan so it’s easy to make and tote, too. But be prepared—people always ask for a copy of the recipe! —Dolores Skrout, Summerhill, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 317 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 86mg

sodium, 48g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein

sodium, 48g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. 16/38 Cheesy Mashed Potatoes 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone who has tasted these cheesy mashed potatoes asks how to make them. Since this comforting casserole bakes at the same temperature as my chicken bundles, I get it started in the oven and pop in the entree a little later. —Brad Moritz, Limerick, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 328 calories, 14g fat (9g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 633mg sodium,

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