Wow--rare is the recipe that is truly easy and awesome at the same time. These dumplings pull it off. I made them exactly as the recipe says with two exceptions: added some vanilla and used 1/2 brown and 1/2 white sugar. I used my favorite apples that I can only find at farmer's markets and apple farms: Mutsu (they're perfectly tangy but not tart like a Granny Smith--using Honeycrisp would be good too). These dumplings are really juicy when you first pull them from the oven but the sauce thickens up and ends up perfecto! They even reheat really well after time in the frig so don't be afraid to make the whole batch. Definitely company-worthy or perfect for just the family.

Reviewed On: Oct. 9, 2009

This was outstanding! I made this according to the recipe with one exception: I subbed potatoes for peas since I had the one and not the other. Used Pillsbury refrigerated pie crusts, which are the best. I used the only pie dish I own, which is just your run-of-the-mill size (not deep dish) and while I wouldn't call it too dry, I can see where it would also be good a little "saucier." Next time, I might just reduce the amount of chicken and veggies a little to get the same result as would doubling the sauce since a standard pie dish couldn't accommodate double sauce. Absolutely a keeper recipe.

Reviewed On: Feb. 23, 2009

I'd give this meatloaf 10 stars if I could, it was THAT good. I've made several kinds of meatloaf looking for a down-home, southern cooking style meatloaf. THIS is it (ironic since the poster is in Canada!). I found Connie Rempel's review that said not to use the entire packet of Lipton Onion Soup Mix, but to sift out the powder and only use the onion bits. And I did do that and then ended up using a smidge of the powder (a tsp or so) because I really like Lipton Onion. It was perfect. Served with a glaze on top (1/2 c ketchup, 1/3 c brown sugar & 1 T lemon juice), plus mashed potatoes and green beans--it's already a huge favorite of this southern family. Thank you, Rempels!

Reviewed On: Feb. 11, 2009