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I received a sample of Wanda Brunstetter's Amish Friends Gathering Cookbook. I loved it! It has great selection of recipes, some for large parties, and numerous stories. This is an easy read and truly enjoyable. I can't wait for the book to come out and continue the family stories.
I was given an ARC of the sample by NetGalley for an honest review.

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Personally, I love cookbooks and trying new recipes. We were having a family gathering and this was the perfect time to try something new. I made the baked macaroni and cheese and the apple bread. Super easy and delicious recipes.

This would be a great gift for a new bride, college student or just anyone who enjoys cooking. This little sampler make me anxious for the actual full book. I will be purchasing this for myself and family members.

I received a copy from Barbour Publishing and NetGalley. All opinions stated here are my own.

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I get my love of cooking and cookbook collecting from my grandmother. One of her favorite cookbooks to purchase was Amish cookbooks and I have quite a collection. So when I saw this cookbook, I had to take a peek!

Even though this a just a sampler, you get a lovely variety of simple home-style recipes that reminds you of recipes past down from friends and family. I liked the look of this cookbook and won’t hesitate to purchase it when it releases to add to my overflowing collection of cookbooks. This one will be taken off the shelf frequently!

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I loved this Amish Cookbook! This is NOT your typical, no picture, same old recipes, Amish cookbook!! I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it has more pictures than most Amish cookbooks, lots of recipes I haven't seen before, and a nice touch in one of the chapters, bulk cooking recipes! Helpful hints, Notes, suggestions and a very well written cookbook with irresistible recipes! An easy 5 stars, and one of the very few Amish books that have received this many stars out of me, in a- good - long time! Delicious!

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I love cookbooks especially Amish ones. I knew I had to read this one. I loved this cookbook and the recipes that are in it. I liked how the recipes were simple and they had interesting information along with them. I look forward to trying some of the recipes in this book.

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This cookbook is great! Many different recipes to try and helpful hints for around the kitchen. I would suggest this book to anyone who likes to cook and wants to try something different.

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I always enjoy wandas books and cook books.
I enjoyed the recipes and wrote some down, they all sound so yummy to eat or drink.

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This book is typically what one would expect from Ms. Brunstetter. Heartwarming stories and delicious recipes galore. I’ll definitely be adding this one to my book shelf. I received a free e-copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.

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Amish Friends Gatherings cookbook is a lovely, homey book filled with simple, homestyle recipes and tips that would now be called "hacks" for making your life in the kitchen just a little easier.

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I can not wait to try one of the recipes from Wanda E. Brunstetter's Amish Friends Gatherings Cookbook: Over 200 Recipes for Carry-In Favorites with Tips for Making the Most of the Occasion. This cookbook has easy to follow instructions with vibrant colored pictures.
Five Stars.

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Loved this cookbook. Huge fan of everything Wanda Brunstettler. Read everything she has published. Never let down. Highly recommend this cookbook.

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There’s some delicious-looking recipes in the sample from Wanda Brunstetter’s latest cookbook. The author adds her personal touch with notes about meals and events with the Amish, I’ll be looking forward to purchasing this cookbook and putting it to use.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

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What a tasty sampling you selected. Wanda Brunstetter never fails to cook up some amazingly tasty treats. I can't wait to dig my teeth into the complete cookbook!

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I enjoy the books by this author so I wanted to check out one of her cookbooks. It was wonderful, I enjoyed the writing as well as the recipes.

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I love cookbooks and I love Amish food, so I had to have this. I have several of Wanda's wonderful cookbooks. This was such a nice one. It had a nice collection from drinks to main course dishes and they were so very appetizing. I can't wait to try them out. I love Wanda's big gathering recipes and the wonderful pictures.

I need to get the whole book now. It looks wonderful and I know I will get lots of use from the tips and recipes.

I received a Sample book from NetGalley. All thoughts are my own.

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As a member of a large family who gather often, my most used recipe books are those that give me a broad choice of easy to assemble recipes using everyday pantry items. This cookbook hits all of those high notes plus you have the added plus of Wanda Brunstetter's backstory on the recipes. This book has already given our group some new favorites and added the author's friends to ours. Take an afternoon and browse this cookbook. You'll earmark many dishes to try.

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This is the perfect cookbook for anyone who is fascinated by the Amish community. Brunstetter is the leader in Amish stories. This is a great addition to Amish followers.

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Wanda Brunstetter has cookbooks down to an art! Each one is perfectly planned with lots of added interesting information as well as delicious and easy recipes to serve to family and friends. I made the breakfast haystacks for the family this weekend...huge hit! Another absolutely favorite section...Cooking for a Crowd! Wow, will these come in handy for church picnics this summer. I can't wait to see the rest of the book!

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Sweet, classic book with hand me down recipes which is my favorite kind of recipe! Reminds me of the vintage cookbooks my mom and grandmother have given me. I can't wait to try some of the recipes included.

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Wanda Brunstetter is my favorite Amish author. I wasn't disappointed when I read the cookbook. I love how she talks about Amish tradition and helpful hints in each chapter. The recipes are wonderful too. My favorite so far is the fried pies. They are better than store bought.

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