I made this for a baby shower and it was SUCH a hit, it was the first platter emptied! I wanted it to be a bit more savory so I added 2 Tbls Balsamic Vinegar to the raspberry preserves and it was such a great little variation! Everyone there wanted the recipe and were shocked when I told them how easy it was. Try it with the vinegar, it's SO good!

Reviewed On: Oct. 25, 2010

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