Really like this cake, but I made the following alterations: ~~~~~~ * I halved the pastry portion of the recipe because I only wanted to make one ring, but I left the measurements for the filling portion of the recipe as written because other reviewers said the recipe needed more filling. * I substituted cinnamon applesauce for butter (same amount) in both the pastry and filling. * I left out the raisins because I’m not a big fan. :) * I made the dough in my bread machine (omitting steps 1-3 of the recipe) using the ‘dough’ setting. * For the frosting I mixed 1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar with 1.5 tsp water and food coloring. I did three bowls of this so that I could have gold, green, and purple and it made just enough frosting. ~~~~~~ I only gave this four stars because I'm not a fan of the frosting. I think a cream cheese frosting would be MUCH better.

Reviewed On: Feb. 16, 2010

I LOVE this recipe and so does everyone I've ever made it for. I make the dough in my bread machine exactly as written. Then divide it into a dozen pieces, roll them into balls, place them in a butter greased dish, and brush melted butter on top. Perfection!! I've also substituted margarine when I was out of butter and they were still just as delicious.

Reviewed On: Feb. 16, 2010

Very YUMMY Jambalaya! The flavor is perfect but beware.. VERY SPICY! The brand of andouille we used had quite a bit of spice in and of itself, so next time I think I will leave out the cayenne pepper and cut back on the Cajun seasoning. Don't get me wrong.. we love spicy flavors in our house, but this was just a tad too much heat :) The only other change I made was that I served it mixed with cooked rice.

Reviewed On: Jan. 18, 2010