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
Copy Cat Recipes: C - Restaurants and Brands
This is our collection of copy cat recipes from restaurants and brands that start with the letter "c". It's probably our largest and most popular copycat section. Famous names you'll see here include Cinnabon, Cracker Barrel, Chipotle, Chili's and more!
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cheesecake factory
The Cheesecake Factory is a national chain restaurant that strives to be more of an upscale dining experience than other chains. As their name implies they are known for their variety of cheesecakes like the German chocolate or carrot cake cheesecakes. But they're also known for their other dishes like mashed potatoes or Santa Fe chicken salad.
carrabba's italian grill
Carrabba's Italian Grill is an American-Italian restaurant with an extensive menu. Their specialties include chicken bryan, stuffed mushrooms, and their famous bread dipping sauce.
Campbell's Bean & Bacon Soup
Carrabba's Herb Oil for Dipping Bread
The herb blend of basil, parsley, and rosemary are what make this bread dipping sauce recipe a close copycat to Carrabba's version.
Time: under 30 minutes
California Pizza Kitchen's Spinach Artichoke Dip
This isn't just any spinach artichoke dip; it's a California Pizza Kitchen classic, reimagined for your kitchen. Bold, cheesy, and unapologetically...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Chi Chi's Seafood Chimichanga With Cheese Sauce
This seafood filled chimichanga served with a rich, savory cheese sauce is a favorite copycat from Chi Chi's mexican restaurant.
Method: microwave, stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Crustacean Inspired Garlic Noodle
Made with Parmesan cheese, fish sauce, egg noodles, butter, garlic, oyster sauce
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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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
Cheddar's Spinach Dip
Creamy spinach dips are good in theory, but sometimes they're a bit boring. This Cheddar's copycat makes spinach dip the star of your next party with onion, jalapeno, and green...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chili's Citrus Balsamic Dressing
This copycat dressing is a light and refreshing dressing that is perfect for salads or as a dip. It has a delicious tangy citrus flavor that is perfect for any time of...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Calhoun's Spinach Maria
Chopped, sauteed greens mixed with a roux and three types of cheeses may be the furthest spinach has ever strayed from a salad bowl.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
California Pizza Kitchen Chicken Tequila Fettuccine
This pasta favorite from CPK has a hefty dose of tequila in the sauce that gives it its signature flavor.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cracker Barrel Country Green Beans
You won't believe how easy it is to copy this popular side dish from Cracker Barrel at home. The recipe is made with bacon, green beans, onion, and seasonings.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
Cinnabon Rolls Made With Vanilla Pudding Mix
Cinnabon is famous for their perfect cinnamon rolls with creamy icing. Now you can be famous too with your friends and family for copying their recipe at...
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Canyon Cafe's Pancho's Enchiladas
Chicken enchiladas are topped with a three-pepper cream sauce and served with a fresh tomato salad, just like the Canyon Cafe in San Antonio serves it!
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
The Cliff House Clam Chowder
Clams, potatoes, half and half, and a special spice blend make up a chowdah that'll transport you straight to New England.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cracker Barrel Double Fudge Coca Cola Cake
Coca cola has a slightly spicy flavor to it which shines through in this chocolate cake recipe. It's just like they serve at Cracker Barrel restaurants.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Cracker Barrel Biscuits
This copycat recipe will give you light and fluffy biscuits just like you get at Cracker Barrel restaurants.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole
Cracker Barrel is famous for their hash brown casserole made with frozen shredded potatoes, cream of chicken soup, and Colby cheese.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cinnabon Frosting
If you love the frosting on the cinnamon rolls at Cinnabon, then you'll love this copycat recipe. It uses margarine, cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to...
Time: under 30 minutes
Cracker Barrel Corn Muffins
These southern-style muffins are a must-have on the menu at The Cracker Barrel. Easy to make at home with this nearly identical version to the restaurant.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Chili's Black Beans
Love the black beans served at Chili's? Try this copycat version, made with only 5 ingredients.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls
Make the famous Cinnabon rolls using a bread machine and this recipe.
Method: oven, bread machine
Time: 2-5 hours
Cracker Barrel Pinto Beans
A comforting dish of pinto beans mixed with cooked ham hocks and seasoning. This recipe requires time to simmer but results in a flavorful, satisfying dish just like Cracker...
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Chili's Southwest Chicken Chili
Mimic the tasty chili served at the restaurant with this easy to follow recipe.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cookie's Steak Pub Banana Nut Bread
Who knew banana nut bread could be so fancy? Sour cream, orange juice, and a dash of cinnamon make this loaf a must-bake for any banana bread enthusiast.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
A can of cream of mushroom soup can be a real dinner saver. It works great in casseroles and can turn into a sauce or gravy in a pinch.
Love buffalo wings? Get that same hot, zippy flavor in everything from deviled eggs to enchiladas. And of course: wings.
It may look like a sad little package shoved in the back of your freezer, but frozen spinach actually has a lot of culinary uses (and some may surprise you).