Fastnacht Day is a special Pennsylvania Dutch tradition that falls on Shrove Tuesday (the day before Ash Wednesday). The tradition is to eat the very best before the Lenten fast. Therefore, Fastnachts. The lard called for may be replaced with vegetable oil. The "proper" PA. Dutch way to eat a fastnacht is to slice through center (as you would a bagel) and spread with molasses (King Syrup) or "Turkey Brand" syrup. Some prefer to also spread with butter first.
