This is one of my favorite things I have ever made. EVER. I made as written except I added the zest and juice of one small/med orange. My uncle thought it was too bitter, but everyone else loved it.

Reviewed On: Dec. 21, 2009

This pie was a big hit! The only thing I did different was how I arranged the pears. Instead of just cutting them in half, I cut them in fourths and then in slivers and arranged them in a triple layer spiral. It was beautiful and delicious. Any time pears go on sale I will definitely be making this pie.

Reviewed On: Dec. 12, 2009

I haven't eaten this yet, but will update when I do. I'm like a proud mama over this cheese cake. It is so beautiful! This was my first attempt at a cheese cake and I'm so happy with the out come. I mixed everything with a stand mixer on low, helping it along with a rubber spatula here and there. Make sure to ADD THE EGGS LAST! You do not want to mix very much after the eggs are added because it will make the cake crack. I was too scared to try a water bath so I just put a roasting pan full of water on the shelf below. I'm going to serve it with the chocolate brandy sauce from the White Chocolate Cheese Cake with Brandy Sauce recipe from this site. Can't wait to eat it!

Reviewed On: Nov. 25, 2009