Very very good, whether one uses beef, sausage, or chicken drippings.

Reviewed On: Jul. 13, 2011

LOVE this dressing! Like other reviewers, I find that this recipe is very versatile, so play with substitutions to make it work for your preferences. For example, my family prefers dried cranberries to fresh, and they also like dried tart cherries, currants, and sultanas. We sometimes sub pecans for walnuts. However, I do not modify the spices. And I think it is essential that you include the fresh orange. Once, I made the recipe and didn't have an orange, so I used a few tablespoons of oj. The result was okay, but not as interesting as the essence you get from the orange rind's oil. My favorite bread for this recipe is multi grain. Whole wheat is also good, but multi grain provides a better texture. Although I enjoy white bread for some dressings, I don't think it's very good for this recipe.

Reviewed On: Jun. 13, 2011

Absolutely wonderful soup! Complex flavors, yet so ridiculously easy to make. How can it be so good?!?! Like others, I reduced the chili pepper substantially. I am a baby when it comes to spicy heat, so I reduced from 3T to 1T, and that was the perfect temp for me. I think that few people would truly enjoy the intense heat of 3T. I serve with a chunky lime wedge, as I fnid that fresh lime or lemon juice squeezed just before eating brightens the flavors. I've made this vegetarian and it's great that way. Enjoy!!

Reviewed On: Jun. 13, 2011