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Copycat Recipes & Restaurant Favorites

What are copy cat recipes? These are secret recipes from restaurants (or developed by home cooks to taste similar) and homemade versions of packaged brand products you find in the grocery store. With these recipes you can prepare your favorite restaurant dishes and name brand foods in your own kitchen! CDKitchen features some of the most popular restaurant and copycat clones.



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recipe for pizza hut original pan pizza

Pizza Hut Original Pan Pizza

Make your own Pizza Hut pan pizza at home. This copycat recipe for the crust and sauce tastes just like the pizzas you get at Pizza Hut.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kelseys' 4 cheese spinach dip

Kelseys' 4 Cheese Spinach Dip

Kelseys got it right with this recipe! This restaurant favorite is made with cream cheese, Parmesan, Romano, chopped spinach, and topped with Cheddar cheese.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for campbell's bean & bacon soup

Campbell's Bean & Bacon Soup

The bean and bacon soup by Campbell's is a long time favorite of many. Now you can nix the can and make it from scratch!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for auntie anne's soft pretzels

Auntie Anne's Soft Pretzels

Just like the pretzels you get at the mall. This copy cat version of Auntie Anne's is easy and delicious.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for panera bread broccoli cheese soup

Panera Bread Broccoli Cheese Soup

Panera is known for their delicious soups and this recipe is no exception. It's made with fresh broccoli and lots of cheddar cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for k&w cafeteria baked spaghetti

K&W Cafeteria Baked Spaghetti

This copycat version from K&W is made with ground beef, pasta, ketchup, beef stock, lots of seasonings and two types of cheese.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dunkin' donuts' vanilla filled doughnuts

Dunkin' Donuts' Vanilla Filled Doughnuts

A homemade version of Dunkin' Donuts' popular yeast-raised, vanilla cream filled, deep-fried doughnuts.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for uncle ben's seasoned long grain & wild rice mix

Uncle Ben's Seasoned Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix

Keep this copycat version of Uncle Ben's most popular rice blend on hand for a fraction of the cost by making it yourself.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for golden corral crab salad

Golden Corral Crab Salad

This popular buffet item at the Golden Corral crab salad is made with imitation crab, ranch salad dressing, mayo, green onion, bell pepper, and celery.


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for sbarro baked ziti

Sbarro Baked Ziti

Sbarro may be known for pizza, but this copycat ziti bake recipe is no slouch. Al dente pasta covered in ricotta, Romano, and mozzarella cheese with black pepper tomato sauce proves...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for church's fried chicken coating

Church's Fried Chicken Coating

If you love the fried chicken from Church's then try this recipe for their coating mix.


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for hellman's mayonnaise

Hellman's Mayonnaise

Whether you prefer making all your condiments from scratch or you just need some mayo in a pinch, this Hellman's copycat is spot on. Pro-tip: stir in a bit of sriracha for a spicy...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for panera bread asian sesame chicken salad

Panera Bread Asian Sesame Chicken Salad

Ever wondered how to recreate that tasty salad you can't stop ordering from Panera? Well, with a little effort and some crispy wonton strips, you can bring that...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for panera bread butterscotch bread pudding with bourbon and pecans

Panera Bread Butterscotch Bread Pudding With Bourbon And Pecans

Made with powdered sugar, rustic white bread or sourdough bread, pecan pieces, half-and-half, sugar, large eggs, bourbon whiskey, vanilla...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for panera bread pudding with apples, pecans and raisins

Panera Bread Pudding With Apples, Pecans And Raisins

Made with jam or jelly, apples, butter, cinnamon raisin bread, brown sugar, pecan, orange, apple cider, vanilla extract or rum

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for panera bread five onion soup with scallion and gruyere croutons

Panera Bread Five Onion Soup With Scallion And Gruyere Croutons

Made with yellow onions, red onions, shallots, leeks, scallions, garlic, salt and freshly ground black pepper, olive oil, red wine, thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for panera bread brown betty

Panera Bread Brown Betty

Brown Betty: a stubby and sweet baked dish made with diced apples, nuts, and a buttery breadcrumb topping that's ready in about 40 minutes.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for boston market creamed spinach

Boston Market Creamed Spinach

One bite of this rich and creamy copycat spinach dish and you'll know why it's so popular at Boston Market!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dog 'n suds coney sauce

Dog 'N Suds Coney Sauce

Slow-simmered ground beef Coney sauce makes a tantalizing topping for hot dogs. It's a little sweet, a little spicy and a lot delicious.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for durkee's famous sauce

Durkee's Famous Sauce

Durkee's sauce is a great alternative to mayonnaise on sandwiches and burgers. It's made similarly but has a unique flavor all its own.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for outback steakhouse clam chowder

Outback Steakhouse Clam Chowder

Even if you live in the heart of New England, this might be a chowder to rival your favorite. Bacon, potatoes, and clams in a creamy base make up a bowl that'll knock...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cherry coke

Cherry Coke

This grenadine and maraschino cherry infused cola is an awesome drink - alone or as a mixer in a cocktail.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for godfather's chicago-style deep-dish pizza

Godfather's Chicago-Style Deep-Dish Pizza

Bring the city's famous deep dish pie right to your table. A crispy crust, melted mozzarella and tangy tomato sauce is guaranteed to knock this one out of the...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for dale's liquid steak seasoning

Dale's Liquid Steak Seasoning

Can't get Dale's famous steak seasoning where you live? No problem! This DIY version is easy to make and tastes like the real deal.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pizza hut dessert pizza

Pizza Hut Dessert Pizza

Made with active dry yeast, pie filling, flour, brown sugar, quick-cooking oats, butter or margarine, cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours




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