I made this for mother's day (for my in-law and my mom) and it was a huge hit. It was light enough to eat after a heavy meal, too. One thing I did different, the strawberries I bought were not in juice, so I chopped them in my mini-chopper, put them in a pot with a little bit of water and a sprinkle of sugar, and brought to a boil. I pureed the mix in a blender and stuck it in the fridge to cool. When i put the filling on top of the ladyfingers I also added a thin layer of this mixture, then more ladyfingers (they soaked up the juice and were exquisite). I sliced strawberries and filled the gap (my ladyfingers were too tall) on the top of the torte. Thanks for an awesome recipe! I will submit a photo. It really was a big hit, and I would make it again. It reminds me of strawberry shortcake!

Reviewed On: May 10, 2009

The first time was a flop. I tried the double-boiler method, but I think I was supposed to put the mixture into a real pan after adding the egg yolk, so it may have been my mistake. It didn't set. The second time I followed the recipe to a T and the pie came out PERFECT. My mother-in-law grew up with old-fashioned PA Dutch custard pie and she thought this was great. Thanks for a wonderful recipe that I will use again for sure!!!

Reviewed On: Apr. 14, 2009

I cooked this in my slow cooker all day. The flavors were very good together. I did not have orange peel, but did not notice that it was not there. Would make this again. Thanks!

Reviewed On: Feb. 25, 2009