Although this may not be the exact replica of my Mom's recipe, it is a fairly close approximation. To be honest, this is true of many if not all of my recipes. Growing up, I learned to cook these traditional family favorites strictly through observation. My philosophy about cooking is that there are no "secret recipes". There are no super-precise quantities or measures (baking and candy making is a slight exception). Good cooking is based upon mastering the techniques and processes! This recipe is a great example of what I am talking about. It is also a humble tribute to my mother and all of the great recipes she showed me even if she wasn't aware at the time... This one is for you Mom, I love you! :)