Made for a Halloween party and was eaten up so quick I ended up making three batches! People were dipping pears, apples, even their fingers (onto their plates, not the serving bowl!!) into this luscious treat. I did add more caramels per other reviews, and it made it perfectly sweet and creamy. Today my husband and I are finishing off the leftovers...though that's only because I saved us some before it hit the appetizer table! The perfect fall dip!

Reviewed On: Nov. 2, 2008

My mom came up with an updated version of this traditional dish that is much more of a crowd pleaser. Even the picky eaters love it, and it's constantly requested. You marinate water chestnuts in the terriyaki-type sauce, then wrap in bacon and skewer with toothpicks to hold. Let the little bundles soak in the sauce for one hour, then bake slowly on a foil-covered broiler pan or cookie rack till the bacon is cooked through (about 45 min at 350). Broil carefully for 5 minutes to caramelize, and serve warm. These are the most requested dish she makes, and please many more people than the traditional version.

Reviewed On: Nov. 2, 2008

Made this for a Halloween party, and while tasty, it didn't look all that appealing in the casserole dish. I would definitely go for the bread bowl next time. Was worried the bread bowl would not keep it hot, but it actually tasted fine at room temp. Also the bread will help to keep any extra liquid from puddling-Maybe I didn't drain my crab or artichokes well enough.

Reviewed On: Nov. 2, 2008