This cake has a fairly dense, but tender texture. It is VERY fragrant -- perfect for people who love spice cake (like me!) I decreased and changed the sugar to 1 c. white and 1/2 c. light brown. Could decrease a bit more, or use tart apples (I didn't.) I finished with a light vanilla glaze, and served with a dollop of unsweetened apple sauce which helped balance all the sweet. Will definitely make again.

Reviewed On: Oct. 26, 2009

Wonderful! Have made this several times now, and it's a winner every time. I prefer half olive oil and half butter. Have tried warming the oil on the stove and in the microwave. Slowly on the stovetop gives the garlic a little more time to infuse. If preferred, season the bread crumbs with pepper and a little salt.

Reviewed On: Sep. 3, 2009

Who knew?? Dill pickles and brine in a meatloaf? This was DELICIOUS. I agree with other reviewers who suggested doubling the sauce. I didn't and wish I had. In an 8x8 pan, this is basically an 8x8" hamburger with quite a bit of shrinkage--about 4 SMALL portions or 2 larger ones--perfect for those of us who cook for 1 or 2. This definitely needs to rest for 10-15 minutes after baking.

Reviewed On: Aug. 1, 2009