As written, this might be ok. With modifications, this could be great. I put fresh shredded coconut in the pudding and didn't like it. If your guests aren't told it's coconut, it has this unpleasant tang and texture. I will redo without the coconut. Also, my family prefers graham cracker crusts for a banana cream pie. For best results, make your own crust, your own custard or pudding, and fresh whipped cream. It will taste worlds better.

Reviewed On: Nov. 3, 2009

This was very easy to make and so impressively delicious. I used skim milk but a couple of teaspoons of heavy cream for a bit of fat and flavor. Definitely mix the cornstarch in milk before heating. Watch it constantly, since it forms very quickly. Next time I might use leftover rice to make a mean rice pudding. This is a thicker pudding, like you would read about in Dickens - not your runny plastic cup stuff.

Reviewed On: Oct. 25, 2009

My first homemade pilaf, and very nice. The way I made it was a 5, but required modifications. Used margarine instead of butter to lower fat. Added lots of crushed garlic to the simmered veggies just before baking. Made veggie stock with cubes. Next time I might add a few more veggies. Mine was ready to eat in about 40 mins baked at 325, but the broth was warm when I poured over the rice.

Reviewed On: Oct. 25, 2009