Category Archives: Meats

Keeping Warm in a Cold Spell

January 26, 2024 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 7 Comments

At 10 a.m. the temperature is still only at zero degrees with a wind chill of -17 degrees. The last several days we have had even colder temperatures and wind chill down to -27 degrees. It’s been a challenge to heat for everyone. It seems the wind gets in everywhere. Grandson Ryan seems to be doing … Continue Reading ››

Meats, Snacks

Daughter Loretta Shares About Her Family

January 5, 2024 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 7 Comments

Dear readers, This is Loretta. Mom asked if I would like to write her column. I would say I'm a little overdue writing the column, but I know it helps Mom since she is busy getting ready for church services. On December 24, Mom is planning on having us children stay the night and having Christmas … Continue Reading ››

Meats

Lovina and Family Enjoy a Happy Thanksgiving

December 8, 2023 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 6 Comments

This morning Dustin and daughter Loretta brought their boys here while they went to Loretta’s dentist appointment. The ground is covered with several inches of snow since yesterday. Denzel, 16 months, went brrr, brrrr when he came in the house. They had a chilly buggy ride to town, although they do have a heater in … Continue Reading ››

Meats

Daughter Lovina Helps with Cookbook Preparations

October 13, 2023 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 12 Comments

Dear Readers, I (daughter) Lovina decided to write the column for Mom today. She had a busy day, and I figured I’d help her out by taking one thing off her agenda. I’ve been wanting to for a while now anyway. Not too long ago, I joined the church and was baptized, which was the best decision … Continue Reading ››

Meats, Soups

Mourning a Loss in the Community

September 8, 2023 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 6 Comments

Another week has gone by, and it’s already time to write another column. Last week was very hot and humid, making for some restless nights. This week, temperatures are cooler and even chilly in the early morning hours with the mercury dropping to 50 degrees. It makes for some nice sleeping with the coolness at … Continue Reading ››

Casseroles, Meats

Cherished Memories and Celebrations with Loved Ones

June 23, 2023 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 2 Comments

Daughter Lovina, 19, is making supper as I get caught up with some odd and end jobs. The menu includes fried eggs, fried potatoes, bacon, cheese, tomatoes, toast, butter, and fresh strawberry jam. A delicious breakfast for supper. The strawberry jam tastes so good. My friend Ruth brought us a dish of some she made. Daughter … Continue Reading ››

Meats

Continuing Preparations for Ervin and Susan’s Wedding

December 15, 2022 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 1 Comment

The menfolk have left for work, and I need to pen this column before getting started for the day. On my agenda today is to cut out my dress, cape, apron, and also daughter Lovina’s for the wedding. Ervin and Susan’s wedding is in three weeks, and it seems I keep pushing the sewing off. Last … Continue Reading ››

Meats, Side Dishes, Soups

Early springtime fun with the grandchildren—and more beef

March 25, 2022 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 4 Comments

Another week has already passed us by, and it is time to pen this column again. My plans for today are to wash daughter Elizabeth and Tim’s laundry. Daughter Lovina assisted her with her work for several hours yesterday. I went to pick Lovina up and brought the laundry home. Today sounds like it will be … Continue Reading ››

Meats, Side Dishes

Preparing and enjoying a bounty of beef

March 18, 2022 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 3 Comments

It is a very beautiful day outside with the sun shining so brightly. The sun is welcome anytime and is much appreciated for our solar system. With gas prices so high, we don’t like to use the generator more than necessary. We run a generator to charge up our battery packs when the sun doesn’t … Continue Reading ››

Meats

Welcoming a New Baby into the Family

February 25, 2022 Lovinas Amish Kitchen 10 Comments

Lovina bonds with her newest granddaughter. Photo provided.

Last night, my husband Joe and I went to meet our new granddaughter, Andrea Ruby. Such an exciting moment. Andrea Ruby was born February 14th to daughter Elizabeth and Tim, weighing eight pounds, three ounces, and … Continue Reading ››