Eastern European and European roots run deep in the Anthracite region and these treats found their way into many Coal Region kitchens. Polish nalesniki are crepe-like […]
Sweet Things
Montgomery Pie
This is a traditional Pennsylvania Dutch dessert but not as well-known as the quintessential wet-bottom Shoofly Pie. Montgomery Pie differs from shoofly’s bold molasses bottom […]
CMP Dessert
My Mom’s absolute favorite ice cream treat was what is known as a “CMP” here in the Coal Region and surrounding areas — a popular […]
Moravian Black Walnut Cookies
This recipe is from an old family collection from my best friend who was born and raised in a Pennsylvania Dutch family in Bethlehem, PA […]
Pennsylvania Dutch Peanut Butter Nugget Pie
This peanut butter pie is created from an easy to cook, homemade pudding filling, sprinkled with layers of super-easy to make peanut butter nuggets. It […]
Pennsylvania Dutch Wet Bottom Shoo Fly Pie II
The Amish and Mennonites were and still are very frugal people; Shoo Fly Pie was created out of everyday food staples that were readily available. […]