I followed the popular review which made the following tweaks: Reduce to 1/2 Cup Veg. Oil; add 1/2 Cup Sweetened Applesauce; Reduce to 2 Cups Sugar; Add Splash of Vanilla; Add 1/4 Tsp Pumpkin Spice; Add 1 Cup Walnuts; Add1/2 Cup Raisins. I soak the raisins in hot water for a few minutes before adding to the mixture. Otherwise follow the recipe to the last detail. Next time I will increase all the spices by a pinch or two, and either add little more apple sauce or a 1/4 cup more sugar. This has become an office and family favorite!! I highly recommend this one.

Reviewed On: Nov. 13, 2009

If you like baked beans you will love this! I made this exactly as the recipe called - celery too - and it was great for a party. I didn't have any leftovers. I personally thought the baked beans made it a little too sweet but everyone else loved it so I will make again.

Reviewed On: Dec. 31, 2008

I will definitely make again! A few suggestions: (1) Use half the sugar. 3 cups was plenty. (2) Toast the walnuts in a toaster oven, the oven or pan to bring out the flavor. Next time I may give it a splash of orange liqueur like Grand Marnier, although it was delicious as is.

Reviewed On: Nov. 17, 2008