I used several options suggested by reviewers on this recipe, and it turned out great, and much healthier. Sub: applesauce for oil, 1/4c splenda brown sugar blend + 1/4c white sugar vs 2c white sugar, used 1/2 wheat flour vs all white, and added 1/3c dried cranberries. very moist, not too sweet bar. Was a hit, and will be a keeper recipe!

Reviewed On: Oct. 18, 2009

With the mixed reviews, I wasn't sure what to expect... but it was OMG good. My kids wanted 2nds. The only exceptions to the recipe; I used Mozzarella instead of the Gruyere cheese and I thin sliced some zucchini to layer with the noodles. I didn't used canned beans, so I think my bean quantity was higher than recipe called for, so I smashed a few for texture. I was expecting it to be sloppier, but after baking it held together well, and leftovers were even better. I am thinking this could be tweaked to lean more toward a tex-mex flavor as well...maybe next time =)

Reviewed On: Oct. 18, 2009