These are the best cupcakes I've ever made. I've made them for lots of parties, and they get gobbled up by the ADULTS before the kids even get a chance to eat them. While making each stage of the recipe, I was not impressed. The cupcake batter was okay, the filling was average. But HOLY COW when it is all put together, it is the most perfect cupcake ever. The chocolate cake is moist and not overbearingly chocolate, the filling is just perfect. And this frosting recipe (see below) is the perfect complement. If you haven't tried this recipe, you will be pleasantly surprised. I used another reviewer's frosting recipe of 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/3 cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar. I found it is best to keep these refrigerated until you serve them. There will be NO leftovers! when you put them all together, this is a taste explosion.

Reviewed On: Apr. 19, 2009

Excellent flavors. I like ranch, not love it, and was hesitant thinking it would be overpowering. But it is not at all. This is a great recipe. Kids & spouse loved it. Will definitely make this again!

Reviewed On: Apr. 19, 2009

Wow was this an awesome chili! I was a bit skeptical looking at the ingredients... but made it near-exactly as stated. (I used one can of chili beans and one can of red beans, rather than two cans of red beans.) The flavors are subtle and complex at the same time. The ratio of everything is perfect -- a little crunchy, a little spicy, a little meaty. This makes a gigantic portion. I served it the next day to a family that snubs their noses at leftovers -- but added in macaroni. We had chilimac and it was still tasted great. Again everyone enjoyed it. This is my new recipe! Thank you for sharing it.

Reviewed On: Jan. 6, 2009