"Make sure you use the best quality of vodka as you can - I used Absolut and wish I had used Grey Goose or Ketel One or something similar. Also, I would strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove some of the pulp - it was a little thick!""

"Made this and served it along with Giada's Roasted Pork Loin recipe. I cut back on the pepper like other reviewers mentioned and adjusted the rest of the spices to my liking. Forgot about the sweet potatoes - and didn't miss them. There were alot of leftovers, which I turned into a roasted root vegetable soup, minus the brussel sprouts - which ""

"I followed the recipe and we really enjoyed it - even served it for company the first time I made it. Used a good quality bottle of Pino Grigio, though I can say that I wish I had saved a glass for myself and added some chick broth instead, just to mellow out the wine flavor. I did not use the cheese. It does make alot of sauce - enough for a 2.""