i found black licorice at A.C. Moore; Wilton the cake/candy decorating company sells it. Also I have a similar recipe but die the icing green and put licoricie in for legs and put an oreo on top of that; then take some tinted green icing and put 2 dots on the cookie and put green M&M's on the icing to make it look like eyes; you can use the red licorice too if you can't find the black but stores that sell Wilton products would have it in the seasonal display section. also I got package of sprinkles shaped like bats, witches hats and candy eyes could use too; would not use Red Hots as kids don't like them and neither do many adults.

Reviewed On: Oct. 29, 2009

I made this the other day when not feeling so well and I wanted a recipe that I could use what I had on hand. I substituted frozen green beans for peas and carrots. Also I added more seasonings and last 10 minutes I threw in a cup of shredded white american cheese, I think any shredded cheese -- monterey, colby, swiss, would do -- it really made a difference. Also 4 days later tasted even better. Next time I'm eliminating the potatoes and serving it over mashed potatoes or rice.

Reviewed On: Sep. 30, 2008

EXCELLENT. DEFINITE CROWD PLEASER. Also good with whipped topping if you don't feel like ice cream

Reviewed On: Sep. 30, 2008