In my rush to get this recipe made I neglected to read the reviews (which is something I normally always do). Anyway, I should have checked those reviews to find out that the recipe needed at least another 10 to 15 minutes of baking time. I made the recipe as written and it was tasty. Having now read the other reviews though, next time I will bake for 40-45 minutes. Also, I may add some additional cinnamon and possibly the lemon zest suggested by another reviewer. It is a great base recipe with the bake time correction. The time being off is the reason for the 4 star review, not the flavor.

Reviewed On: Aug. 1, 2009

Made this recipe for the first time the other day using the Pie Crust IV recipe from this site. It was wonderful. The pie came out perfect. I added a little cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg to the filling and dotted a couple tablespoons of butter over the filling before putting on the top crust, but other than that followed the recipe as written. Thanks for a simple and delicious blackberry pie.

Reviewed On: Jul. 22, 2009

I made this pasta salad this past weekend for a birthday party and it was delicious. The whole family couldn't get enough of it. The basil and tomatoes fresh from the garden were wonderful in this recipe. I halved the recipe by cooking 8 ounces of pasta and halving the dressing. Next time I might add a little Parmesan cheese, not that it was needed just for and added flavor element.

Reviewed On: Jul. 22, 2009