Shaker Your Plate (Paperback) by Carr, Sister Frances A

What is Shaker Cooking? asks Sister Frances. Basically it is plain, wholesome food well prepared. The timeless recipes in this book rarely call for more than a dozen ingredients, most of which can be found in the average kitchen. The short instructions a re easy to follow, and the results show that interesting and tasty food need not be complicated.

In addition to a wide assortment of recipes, Shaker Your Plate contains several engaging recollections by Sister Frances of Shaker cooks who played an important role in her life. There are also delightful descriptions of the Community's dairy, orchards, and herb farm. There are suggestions for using Shaker culinary herbs and charming pen-and-ink drawings throughout.