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I've made this and shared it many times. I like serving it in individual parfait glasses.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-11-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedRocket"},"reviewBody":"Really good, nice lemon flavor and beautiful presentation. Took it to a party and everyone loved it. It makes up nicely in individual portions as well.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-06-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveApple"},"reviewBody":"Everyone loved this! I also cut the powdered sugar down to 2 cups instead of 3 after reading other reviews.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldWrench"},"reviewBody":"This was time consuming and not all that great. I doubt I'll make again but if I do, I'll leave out the lemon peel. Nobody cared for that.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-07-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCone"},"reviewBody":"This is fantastic! I also cut the sugar in the cream cheese layer to 1.5 cups. I made this for a family gathering and assembled just before serving.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCar"},"reviewBody":"Yummy. The first time I made it I took it to a big BBQ and it was a huge hit everyone loved it and asked for recipe. I now make it often as a family favorite. I short cut it w\/the 2 cans of lemon pie filling and it is great.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-09-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleSeahorse"},"reviewBody":"This is a wonderful recipe, very rich. A little time consuming, but I will make again. It makes a pretty dish and a lot of people asked for the recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Orange8Ball"},"reviewBody":"This is YUMMY!!!!! I don't have a trifle bowl, so I actually just layer this in my 9x13 pan, but nobody complains! :) I also reduce the sugar in the cream cheese layer to 1 cup. This is definitely a winning recipe!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-11-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueAirBalloon"},"reviewBody":"I made this trifle exactly as is. It is very tasty and if you love lemon, you'll love this one! As I like to make things ahead if possible, I made all three layers the day before, refrigerated, then assembled the trifle the following morning and served it at dinner time. Our guests loved it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-10-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jetluvs2cook"},"reviewBody":"very good and a pretty dessert to make for company!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanGlasses"},"reviewBody":"This is definitely a winner. Our company liked it as much as we did, but I don't dare make it too often, it's hard to pass up.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangePlane"},"reviewBody":"This has become one of our family's favorite desserts! There's never any leftovers. It is a little time consuming, but it's worth it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-03-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeCupcake"},"reviewBody":"I gave this recipe 3 stars because it was WAY too sweet. My guests all enjoyed the shortbread layer and the lemon layer, but the cream cheese layer with 3 cups of confectioners sugar overwhelmed the recipe. I would make this recipe again, but would decrease the sugar to 1 cup. That would make all the difference. I also added some sliced strawberries to the layers and found that to be a wonderful addition.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-04-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeTree"},"reviewBody":"This was very, very good. I've made it about 3 times, and everyone enjoys it. The pecan-shortbread crust melts in your mouth.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-04-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedPretzel"},"reviewBody":"My husband and friends really enjoyed this trifle. It could easily serve 12, not 9 like the recipe says. I am putting it in my recipe box because everyone liked it, but I am reluctant to make it again because it was very time-consuming and ... I looked at the nutrition info! Oh my! I don't know if I could serve it to my family again knowing it is 885 calories per serving!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-04-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanToast"},"reviewBody":"Absolutely delicious! I made it for my daughter's birthday. I did cut the confectioners' sugar in the cream cheese layer to 1 or 1.5 cups. 3 cups would have been way too much. I also used real whipped cream in that layer rather than whipped topping. The other change I made was to beat the egg yolks and water together for the lemon filling, enabling me to skip the step of combining the hot mixture with the egg yolks. It all worked out well and was a hit with the family.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCar"},"reviewBody":"Very Yummy. I also cheated and used 2 cans of lemon pie filling and everyone loves it, takes like I've slaved for hours. It quickly became a family favorite.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanDucky"},"reviewBody":"I made this for Easter last year and my new son-in-law and his friend ate the entire thing. He always asks me to fix this - it is amazing! I do take a few shortcuts though and use instant pudding and add fresh lemon zest to that.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBattery"},"reviewBody":"This is one of my favorite recipes. The nutritional information is quite alarming but using reduced-fat butter, ff cream cheese and ff whipped topping it should help. Also, the recipe definitely serves way more than 9!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleTrumpet"},"reviewBody":"My entire family ADORES this recipe, as does my work family :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-10-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeSailboat"},"reviewBody":"I won 1st place with this recipe!I did add 1\/3 cup sugar in the raw to the baked and cooled crust- it really made the crust much better! I also added a layer of raspberries to the middle layer and I also subbed 1 cup heavy cream instead of cool whip. 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This is fantastic! I also cut the sugar in the cream cheese layer to 1.5 cups. I made this for a family gathering and assembled just before serving.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"07\/19\/2016 08:58","GUID":"d3f5b0c2244f44778f820153efe39e9a","MemberId":2675625,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"contrarywife","SubmittedDate":"07\/19\/2016 08:58"},{"Comment":"
Absolutely delicious! I made it for my daughter's birthday. I did cut the confectioners' sugar in the cream cheese layer to 1 or 1.5 cups. 3 cups would have been way too much. I also used real whipped cream in that layer rather than whipped topping. The other change I made was to beat the egg yolks and water together for the lemon filling, enabling me to skip the step of combining the hot mixture with the egg yolks. It all worked out well and was a hit with the family.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"04\/12\/2016 19:32","GUID":"77E4B77FF2AE418DB761AD364C2891FC","MemberId":941931,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Mrs_T","SubmittedDate":"04\/12\/2016 19:32"},{"Comment":"
I have made this 3 times . It is fantastic, even the time I didn't get the lemon layer cooked long enough. I just kept it refrigerated then. I don't have a trifle bowl, so I used a large oblong plastic container to assemble it. I did two layers of each. Any left overs I have frozen in individual portions or enough for two. It freezes so well. Love the lemon flavor. Only change I made was to use 1-1\/2 to 2 cups powdered sugar with the cream cheese.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"04\/08\/2016 20:09","GUID":"7092966700cd41c8932fb410c4649113","MemberId":6540320,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"LuT","SubmittedDate":"04\/08\/2016 20:09"},{"Comment":"
Really good, nice lemon flavor and beautiful presentation. Took it to a party and everyone loved it. It makes up nicely in individual portions as well.<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"11\/23\/2015 12:52","GUID":"4b2556ef696c4694b7f867b93223028a","MemberId":3183986,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JADunn","SubmittedDate":"11\/23\/2015 12:52"},{"Comment":"
My entire family ADORES this recipe, as does my work family :)<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"","GUID":"D55D7F8B8710423EB10BED20176550A5","MemberId":1619535,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"KY_Cook","SubmittedDate":"01\/28\/2014 23:18"},{"Comment":"
very good and a pretty dessert to make for company!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"","GUID":"b2fe50d74538463e8acbc8cb780f403c","MemberId":1675049,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jetluvs2cook","SubmittedDate":"10\/06\/2013 18:55"},{"Comment":"
This is a wonderful recipe, very rich. A little time consuming, but I will make again. It makes a pretty dish and a lot of people asked for the recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"09\/02\/2013 10:15","GUID":"0dff0d15a9724f5a917bd9a1be366b1b","MemberId":3903855,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"brownma","SubmittedDate":"09\/02\/2013 10:15"},{"Comment":"
I gave this recipe 3 stars because it was WAY too sweet. My guests all enjoyed the shortbread layer and the lemon layer, but the cream cheese layer with 3 cups of confectioners sugar overwhelmed the recipe. I would make this recipe again, but would decrease the sugar to 1 cup. That would make all the difference. I also added some sliced strawberries to the layers and found that to be a wonderful addition.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"03\/31\/2013 21:00","GUID":"c0c1b4cbcd9246398894b9be77e6af8e","MemberId":7207592,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Iski2013","SubmittedDate":"03\/31\/2013 21:00"},{"Comment":"
Sounds wonderful - if using cans of lemon pie fill - what size are the cans?<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"03\/24\/2013 12:55","GUID":"F5C26718B49148B09A81C136EFBFD708","MemberId":1078510,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"LoriVainik","SubmittedDate":"03\/24\/2013 12:55"},{"Comment":"
This was time consuming and not all that great. I doubt I'll make again but if I do, I'll leave out the lemon peel. Nobody cared for that.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"01\/18\/2013 16:42","GUID":"17C9271439F844358B93C693DC5308E0","MemberId":635464,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"voodoowitch","SubmittedDate":"01\/18\/2013 16:42"},{"Comment":"
I made this trifle exactly as is. It is very tasty and if you love lemon, you'll love this one! As I like to make things ahead if possible, I made all three layers the day before, refrigerated, then assembled the trifle the following morning and served it at dinner time. Our guests loved it.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"11\/26\/2012 16:53","GUID":"ccf0e75b69a94519af98aff2fe17c114","MemberId":1598935,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"parksville","SubmittedDate":"11\/26\/2012 16:52"},{"Comment":"
I won 1st place with this recipe!<\/p>
I did add 1\/3 cup sugar in the raw to the baked and cooled crust- it really made the crust much better! I also added a layer of raspberries to the middle layer and I also subbed 1 cup heavy cream instead of cool whip. I used both martini glasses and a trifle bowl for serving. Everyone loved it!<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"10\/16\/2012 08:55","GUID":"de6e6e17638c41d99edee546187b9417","MemberId":2572482,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"maw7815","SubmittedDate":"10\/16\/2012 08:55"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"09\/19\/2012 13:40","GUID":"0fc77befd2974985af3958ce6cc9257e","MemberId":6839683,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"giveittogod98@yahoo.com","SubmittedDate":"09\/19\/2012 13:40"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"08\/26\/2012 22:39","GUID":"1CA2AEA262784BD1AA6F4C4C52E26EC3","MemberId":1036709,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"wnfaes","SubmittedDate":"08\/26\/2012 22:39"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"01\/19\/2012 12:55","GUID":"144a17284064459888d6c47b0338288a","MemberId":5375660,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"pauline_milano","SubmittedDate":"01\/19\/2012 12:55"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"12\/08\/2011 12:42","GUID":"2b6363a45f2943ff93b91e8846796769","MemberId":3446567,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"lottieda","SubmittedDate":"12\/08\/2011 12:42"},{"Comment":"
Fantastic, thats all I need to say about this recipe!!<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"08\/09\/2011 17:07","GUID":"3054f17ac488487a98bff91834bee503","MemberId":1668876,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"carsyn","SubmittedDate":"08\/09\/2011 17:07"},{"Comment":"
It was good. Everyone liked it but it is very rich.<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"08\/09\/2011 16:06","GUID":"d2a8aef4ba5943328f6673c02988d9d0","MemberId":3127814,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"marciedarcie","SubmittedDate":"08\/09\/2011 16:06"},{"Comment":"
Yummy. The first time I made it I took it to a big BBQ and it was a huge hit everyone loved it and asked for recipe. I now make it often as a family favorite. I short cut it w\/the 2 cans of lemon pie filling and it is great.<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"08\/27\/2010 23:53","GUID":"ece1a23e6c5f4d8faf4a3765022d998e","MemberId":1743699,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tadamson","SubmittedDate":"02\/06\/2011 14:35"},{"Comment":"
Very Yummy. I also cheated and used 2 cans of lemon pie filling and everyone loves it, takes like I've slaved for hours. It quickly became a family favorite.<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"08\/27\/2010 23:53","GUID":"ece1a23e6c5f4d8faf4a3765022d998e","MemberId":1743699,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tadamson","SubmittedDate":"08\/27\/2010 23:53"},{"Comment":"
This is YUMMY!!!!! I don't have a trifle bowl, so I actually just layer this in my 9x13 pan, but nobody complains! :) I also reduce the sugar in the cream cheese layer to 1 cup. This is definitely a winning recipe!!!<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"08\/14\/2010 08:52","GUID":"23230fe6083d410f8ccff391660adea3","MemberId":1018222,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Miss Sarah","SubmittedDate":"08\/14\/2010 08:52"},{"Comment":"
This is one of my favorite recipes. The nutritional information is quite alarming but using reduced-fat butter, ff cream cheese and ff whipped topping it should help. Also, the recipe definitely serves way more than 9!<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"10\/04\/2008 16:42","GUID":"7cbe042ab25640ea9ac7e173bda8bfdd","MemberId":3068467,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hemstewart","SubmittedDate":"05\/08\/2010 13:59"},{"Comment":"
I'm not one to try recipes with a lot of steps (such as this one), so I cheated on this recipe when I made it. I used two large cans of lemon pie filling instead of making the \"Lemon Layer\" part and it was SO much easier (and faster). Everyone loved this dessert and I've had several requests for the recipe since. I will make this again and again (short-cutting with the pie filling every time, of course)!<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"04\/27\/2010 06:36","GUID":"cd43a1fb2cf540829b33f85a4da87129","MemberId":3595952,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Ang5565@aol.com","SubmittedDate":"04\/27\/2010 06:36"},{"Comment":"
My husband and friends really enjoyed this trifle. It could easily serve 12, not 9 like the recipe says. I am putting it in my recipe box because everyone liked it, but I am reluctant to make it again because it was very time-consuming and ... I looked at the nutrition info! Oh my! I don't know if I could serve it to my family again knowing it is 885 calories per serving!<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"04\/18\/2010 16:15","GUID":"14a60abb85dc4f029e22ca10f6d77746","MemberId":1077273,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"wasoongu","SubmittedDate":"04\/18\/2010 16:15"},{"Comment":"
This was very, very good. I've made it about 3 times, and everyone enjoys it. The pecan-shortbread crust melts in your mouth.<\/p>","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"04\/13\/2010 14:37","GUID":"f96d17c2856041e798ced545ea3ca189","MemberId":3379399,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"strabue","SubmittedDate":"04\/13\/2010 14:37"},{"Comment":"
This has become one of our family's favorite desserts! There's never any leftovers. It is a little time consuming, but it's worth it.<\/p>","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"03\/31\/2010 14:08","GUID":"a65dfdb774d9457c81ba4c890f5f0d5c","MemberId":3540021,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jena610louise","SubmittedDate":"03\/31\/2010 14:08"},{"Comment":"
I made this for Easter last year and my new son-in-law and his friend ate the entire thing. He always asks me to fix this - it is amazing! I do take a few shortcuts though and use instant pudding and add fresh lemon zest to that.<\/p>","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"03\/25\/2010 11:38","GUID":"ec4ded6315794e40b7cbeff6a1193090","MemberId":2508964,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"amaninga","SubmittedDate":"03\/25\/2010 11:38"},{"Comment":"
My daughter and I made this - it was so delicious and trust me, it didn't last long at our house. It would be perfect for a spring brunch or Easter dinner, or Mother's Day party. I think you'll like it too.<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"","GUID":"da2f16b0243c4fa4ad4c9225d32c6334","MemberId":4961153,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"cristoba1","SubmittedDate":"03\/17\/2010 22:50"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"03\/17\/2010 22:50","GUID":"E0C105F44BD54B079EF99747819BC504","MemberId":4362171,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cristoba","SubmittedDate":"03\/17\/2010 22:50"},{"Comment":"
This is definitely a winner. Our company liked it as much as we did, but I don't dare make it too often, it's hard to pass up.<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"03\/02\/2010 20:05","GUID":"3B3427375E134341AF1D07545E463E53","MemberId":1185497,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"marenew","SubmittedDate":"03\/02\/2010 20:05"},{"Comment":"
Made this for a church dinner and it was gobbled up right away. Rich but not too heavy. Will definitely feed more than 9 people.<\/p>","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"","GUID":"81530361d8fa4fa6806b2c1d41dd2352","MemberId":1530963,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"cogmom63","SubmittedDate":"09\/06\/2009 19:58"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":33,"DateRated":"05\/27\/2009 18:22","GUID":"2DF8DAD24B5545CBB8DE35A4454C8276","MemberId":3579900,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"beadlover","SubmittedDate":"05\/27\/2009 18:22"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":34,"DateRated":"01\/25\/2009 09:49","GUID":"8C3396F6959746CDB3527D3F40E2DCD7","MemberId":989954,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"stagmom","SubmittedDate":"01\/25\/2009 09:49"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":35,"DateRated":"11\/13\/2008 14:06","GUID":"62E0B72557DC4654B9E1E8053C7BF57F","MemberId":1088525,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"rbuhagiar","SubmittedDate":"11\/13\/2008 14:06"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":36,"DateRated":"08\/07\/2008 12:17","GUID":"7116d9dcbc154a7781c2933d96a0d477","MemberId":3310187,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"heatherlyn","SubmittedDate":"08\/07\/2008 12:17"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":37,"DateRated":"04\/27\/2008 22:04","GUID":"97e1863d6db84b169e4f2dc24d253c53","MemberId":1971338,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jglesman","SubmittedDate":"04\/27\/2008 22:04"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51271,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43638,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":313147,"name":"Trifles","slug":"trifles","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":313082,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for trifle recipes? Find great tasting desserts for trifle recipes including chocolate trifles, strawberry trifles, and more trifle recipes and ideas.","parent":310796,"count":155,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/trifles\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Lemon Bar Trifle"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n