A MUST HAVE for every cook. This delightful collection contains over 300 heirloom recipes, many of which reflect the German heritage of the authors.Written by four sisters and dedicated to the memory of their mother, the book combines old country favorites like Rouladen, Potato Pancakes, Cabbage Rolls and Fruit Kuchen - tried, tested and handed down through the generations - with an impressive variety of recipes from appetizers and beverages to satisfying and delicious homestyle dishes that are sure to become your family's favorites.The book describes the author's traditional holiday menus, along with other menu suggestions for those days when you are looking for fresh ideas. Handy cooking tips, measurement equivalents with metric conversions and emergency substitutions are some of the added features of this book that has been spiral bound to lie flat when open with laminated covers, inside and out. Space has been thoughtfully provided for you to make your own personal notes. And, sprinkled throughout the book are adages and quotations to warm your heart while the fragrant Bienenstich baking in the oven warms your kitchen.