I'm from NE PA so I really though this was real barbecue growing up. This is just like my mother's recipe and a staple at all of our family gatherings. So easy with great results AND you basically always have these ingredients on hand. As some other reviewers added, green peppers are a good addition if you have on hand but not a necessity.

Reviewed On: Sep. 7, 2009

This is great for parties, cut up in small pieces as a filling appetizer or a main course. I was trying to find the recipe that my Italian aunt used to make and this is extremely close. I reduced the mozzarella cheese to 3 cups and substitued the parm with romano and increased to about 3/4 of a cup but that was just to duplicate what she used to make. I'm sure the recipe is good as is too.

Reviewed On: Dec. 25, 2008

My husband told me it was the best bowl of soup he's ever had! I personally don't like the texture of the apples but they really add something to the flavor so I wouldn't omit them, but maybe cut them smaller next time.

Reviewed On: Nov. 6, 2007