As I do with a lot of recipes here, I add/minus what I like or don't have. This was my very 1st try with pickles. After reading reviews, I omitted the cloves & didn't have turmeric. I also substituted white vinegar for cider. Added crushed garlic, peppercorns, dill weed and crushed red pepper for some added hottness. ABSOLUTELY wonderful! I made 2 quart jars which were gone in a couple of days by my son and friend. I made more today and my son asked when they would be ready! WONDERFUL! I also researched and found they should be good for up to 6 mos in the fridge.

Reviewed On: May 25, 2009

I felt this tasted like dried out meatloaf and the amount of cumin made it taste like a mexican dish. Followed it to the letter except using pork instead of lamb...have a ton of leftovers I don't know what I will do with.

Reviewed On: Apr. 11, 2009

Made this today and it was great! Read reviews and added what vegetables I had on hand - corn, green beans, celery, green peppers, peas (you really can't mess that part up). Added some red wine, too. Because of the grease factor from other reviews, I used 1/2 ground turkey and ground beef - I also added italian spices. My 13 year old son said it was good and that his friends would like it, too, with the meatballs! Might try cheese tortellini next time instead of plain pasta...

Reviewed On: Mar. 25, 2009