It's a little sweet for my taste. It's also a bit tough. I think cake flour might help- otherwise this is certainly the type of cake that could handle juicy fruit and added flavoring (like rum, or expresso) after baking- it's sturdy and can be carved easily. If you looking for delicate and subtle this isn't the right recipe.

Reviewed On: Aug. 13, 2009

for such a simple recipe this is fantastic. Don't skimp on the Thai basil. I agree though it's not especially "spicy"

Reviewed On: Aug. 8, 2009

Great comfort food. Made only two small alterations- used Laura's lowfat ground turkey and about a T of butter in the meat mixture. I used an english farmhouse cheddar for the potatoes but thought that it would have been just as good without, or with less cheese. Cinnamon is key. My boyfriend who neither likes onions or casseroles said this was great. A keeper.

Reviewed On: Jul. 22, 2009