I think the recipe as a whole is amazing. But its very bland. I cooked the noodles for 6 minutes before hand, and then added a lot of salt, pepper, and other seasons, like a garlic mixture, and lots more italian seasoning. I also added worchestire sauce. Then because i did not have a lid, i slid it in the over for 10 minutes, to give it that nice crusty cheese. It was very good and I will make it again.