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recipe for olga's kitchen peasant soup

Olga's Kitchen Peasant Soup

Let's be honest: nothing beats a big bowl of soup on a chilly day. Dive into the delightful mix of lamb, veggies, and barley that makes Olga's Kitchen Peasant Soup a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for o'charley's three cheese shrimp dip

O'Charley's Three Cheese Shrimp Dip

Get ready for a dip that's cheese overload in the best possible way. This creamy, bubbly three cheese shrimp dip is the perfect party starter.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for stouffer's white french dressing

Stouffer's White French Dressing

Whip up a zesty white French dressing with simple pantry staples. Perfect for adding a kick to any salad.


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for bit-o-honey candy

Bit-O-Honey Candy

Made with honey, peanut butter, dry powdered milk

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chart house squaw bread

Chart House Squaw Bread

Made with rolled oats, water, molasses, caramel coloring, malted barley flour, bread flour, whole wheat flour, bran, brown sugar, oat bran

Method:   bread machine
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for applebee's honey glaze

Applebee's Honey Glaze

Made with cider vinegar, beef stock, soy sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, vegetable oil, whiskey, liquid smoke, Tabasco sauce, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bonefish grill crab cakes with wasabi herb sauce

Bonefish Grill Crab Cakes With Wasabi Herb Sauce

Made with olive oil, celery, green onions, fresh parsley, Dijon mustard, wasabi powder, mayonnaise, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for zio's artichoke spinach dip

Zio's Artichoke Spinach Dip

Made with monterey jack cheese, Asagio or Parmesan cheese, half and half, salt, flour, yellow onion, marinated artichokes, lemon juice, artichoke heart juice, bacon bits

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for rainforest cafe's rasta pasta

Rainforest Cafe's Rasta Pasta

Made with Italian seasoning, pesto sauce, bow tie pasta, garlic, olive oil, fresh spinach, broccoli flowerets, red bell pepper, chicken breast halves, Alfredo sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bennigan's broccoli bites

Bennigan's Broccoli Bites

Made with eggs, Monterey jack cheese, Colby cheese, frozen chopped broccoli, bacon, yellow onion, all-purpose flour, bread crumbs, sour cream

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for burger king big king

Burger King Big King

Made with mayonnaise, French salad dressing, pickle relish, white vinegar, sugar, hamburger buns, burgers, American cheese, lettuce, white onion

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for tgi friday's mocha mud pie

TGI Friday's Mocha Mud Pie

Made with chocolate wafer cookies, butter or margarine, milk chocolate, eggs, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond pieces

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for duff's smorgasbord hurricane cake

Duff's Smorgasbord Hurricane Cake

Ready to rock your next bake-off? Step aside basic desserts; Duff's Smorgasbord hurricane cake is here to claim the spotlight with its fruity flair.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for don pablo's queso dip

Don Pablo's Queso Dip

Made with Corn chips, Triscuits or sliced vegetables, cheddar cheese, onion, butter, diced tomatoes with green chilies, stewed tomatoes, processed cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for joan lunden's spicy chicken tortilla soup

Joan Lunden's Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Made with green chilies, Italian-style stewed tomatoes, chicken broth, lemon pepper, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, hot sauce, flour, water

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for truluck's cream of poblano soup

Truluck's Cream Of Poblano Soup

Made with salt, butter, poblano peppers, onion, carrots, all-purpose flour, water, chicken stock, half and half, cilantro

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for rally's seasoning mix

Rally's Seasoning Mix

Made with dry mustard, ground ginger, black pepper, seasoned salt


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for crustacean inspired garlic noodle

Crustacean Inspired Garlic Noodle

Made with Parmesan cheese, fish sauce, egg noodles, butter, garlic, oyster sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for california pizza kitchen's tiramisu

California Pizza Kitchen's Tiramisu

Made with sugar, Marsala wine, heavy cream, vanilla extract, marsala wine, coffee, dark rum

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for p.f. chang's coconut curry vegetables

P.F. Chang's Coconut Curry Vegetables

Made with carrots or whole sugar snap peas, coconut milk, soy sauce, curry powder, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar or cider vinegar, cornstarch

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for horn & hardart's rice pudding

Horn & Hardart's Rice Pudding

Made with raisins, milk, salt, sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, rice, cinnamon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for olive garden's san remo seafood dip

Olive Garden's San Remo Seafood Dip

Made with shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, olive oil, flour, salt, garlic, horseradish, asiago cheese, parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for steak & ale's hawaiian chicken marinade

Steak & Ale's Hawaiian Chicken Marinade

Say goodbye to boring chicken with this delightful Hawaiian marinade that has just the right balance of zing and zest. If your grill could talk, it would surely...


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for sonic's no. 1 burger

Sonic's No. 1 Burger

Made with tomato, lettuce, white onion, ground beef, plain white hamburger bun, butter-flavored spray or melted butter, salt, black pepper, mayonnaise, dill pickle

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for marshall field's marketplace deli asian chicken pasta salad

Marshall Field's Marketplace Deli Asian Chicken Pasta Salad

Made with sesame dressing, fusilli pasta, boneless, skinless chicken breast, fresh pea pods, green onions, mushrooms, Kosher salt and freshly...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cracker barrel pinto beans

Cracker Barrel Pinto Beans

Made with salt, ham hocks, sugar, water, dry pinto beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for duquesne club macaroons

Duquesne Club Macaroons

Made with almond paste, powdered sugar, sugar, egg whites

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for angus barn's spinach salad

Angus Barn's Spinach Salad

Made with poppyseed dressing, croutons, spinach, purple onion, eggs, mushrooms, bacon


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for p.f. chang's chicken with black bean sauce

P.F. Chang's Chicken with Black Bean Sauce

Made with fresh minced ginger, fermented black beans, scallions, chicken stock, garlic, sugar, white pepper, cornstarch, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for robert redford's lamb chili with black beans

Robert Redford's Lamb Chili With Black Beans

Made with red onion, lamb stew meat, chili powder, ground coriander, chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, black...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for claim jumper's whiskey chicken

Claim Jumper's Whiskey Chicken

Made with white pepper, sourdough croutons, Granny Smith apples, dried tarragon, parsley, chicken breasts, apple juice, brandy, whiskey

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for luby's cafeteria cheese enchiladas with chili sauce

Luby's Cafeteria Cheese Enchiladas With Chili Sauce

Made with beef broth, tomatoes, chili powder, paprika, cumin, cornstarch, water, corn tortillas

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for zio's southwest chicken pasta

Zio's Southwest Chicken Pasta

Made with Parmesan cheese, chicken breast, red onion, fettuccine, Alfredo sauce, tequila, soy sauce, fresh cilantro, bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for angry trout cafe grilled lake superior trout

Angry Trout Cafe Grilled Lake Superior Trout

Made with lime, olive oil, lime juice, red onion, tarragon, salt, white pepper, lake-trout fillets

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for applebee's apple chimi cheesecake

Applebee's Apple Chimi Cheesecake

Cheesecake and apple pie filling are sealed inside flour tortillas and deep fried. Tastes just like Applebee's famous dessert!

Method:   deep fryer, microwave
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for taco bell's grilled chicken burritos

Taco Bell's Grilled Chicken Burritos

Made with soy sauce, salt, brown sugar, onion powder, liquid smoke, black pepper, chili powder, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, rice

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for byerly's wild rice chicken salad

Byerly's Wild Rice Chicken Salad

Made with black pepper, mayonnaise, milk, lemon juice, tarragon, cooked chicken, wild rice, green onions, sliced water chestnuts, salt


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for primanti brothers sandwich

Primanti Brothers Sandwich

Made with apple cider vinegar, onion, Italian bread, meat, provolone cheese, cole slaw, tomatoes, French fries, green cabbage

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for knott's berry farm chicken soup

Knott's Berry Farm Chicken Soup

Feeling a bit under the weather or just in need of some comfort? This chicken soup is your go-to solution for both cozy nights and lifting spirits.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for planet hollywood's la lasagne bolognese sauce and stuffing

Planet Hollywood's LA Lasagne Bolognese Sauce and Stuffing

When life gives you pasta, make lasagna - especially if it's the LA style from Planet Hollywood. This recipe is all about fun, flavor, and a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for p.f. chang's peanut chicken salad

P.F. Chang's Peanut Chicken Salad

Made with fresh pickled ginger, pickled red ginger, chicken breast, peanut, lettuce, carrots, japanese cucumber, scallion, cilantro, peanuts


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for tgi friday's sizzling chicken and cheese

TGI Friday's Sizzling Chicken And Cheese

Step away from takeout and into your kitchen with this feast that brings TGI Friday's right to your table. This sizzling chicken and cheese is an easy win for...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for j. l. hudson's cheese bread

J. L. Hudson's Cheese Bread

Made with milk, egg, water, quick rise dry yeast, sugar, flour, salt, sharp cheddar, large eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pink's guadalajara dog

Pink's Guadalajara Dog

Pink's Hot Dogs have been around since 1939 and one of their most famous menu items is the Guadalajara dog. A simple beef hot dog topped with the right blend of ingredients.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for al roker's artichoke dip

Al Roker's Artichoke Dip

Give plain chips a grand entrance with this exciting artichoke dip featuring creamy cheese and a splash of heat. Serious flavor but easy to cook, what's not to love?

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for buca di beppo shrimp arrabbiata

Buca Di Beppo Shrimp Arrabbiata

Made with shallots, white wine, lemon juice, tomatoes, Calamata olives, salt, red pepper, butter, sage, ricotta salata cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for damon's pecan-crusted fluffy sweet potatoes

Damon's Pecan-Crusted Fluffy Sweet Potatoes

Made with pecans, butter, brown sugar, sweet potatoes, egg whites, flour

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chili's shanghai wings and wasabi ranch dressing

Chili's Shanghai Wings And Wasabi Ranch Dressing

Made with water, corn starch, brown sugar, soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for acadiana cafe's cajun cabbage

Acadiana Cafe's Cajun Cabbage

Made with cabbage, bacon, margarine, onion, green bell pepper, cayenne pepper, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for arnaud's (new orleans) pommes souffle

Arnaud's (New Orleans) Pommes Souffle

Made with potatoes, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:  





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