Keep stuffing mix on hand cheaper than the boxed kind. Stuffing cubes are mixed with dried herbs and can be stored until you need it.
Time: under 30 minutes
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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Stove Top-Like Stuffing Mix
Emeril's Essence (Bayou Blast)
Spice things up in your kitchen with this homemade Emeril's Essence blend. It's a simple yet bold way to keep your culinary flair fresh.
Time: under 30 minutes
Cherry Sprite
Like a Shirley Temple but with Sprite instead of ginger ale. Grenadine and maraschino cherry juice are all you need; a splash of vodka turns it into a super simple cocktail.
Time: under 30 minutes
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
A homemade version of the popular candy. A chocolate candy shell is made with chocolate chips and filled with sweetened peanut butter.
Method: microwave
Time: 1-2 hours
Aunt Jemima's Pancake Mix
Aunt Jemima's got the syrup down, so you'd better believe she can do pancakes too. A bit of lemon-lime soda in the mix is the key to her light and fluffy cakes. You already...
Time: under 30 minutes
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Ben & Jerry's Coconut Ice Cream
A dozen recipes in one. Three different ice cream base options, with scrumptious variations like coconut rum or chocolate chip. Fire up the ice cream maker, things are...
Time: 1-2 hours
Homemade Cheez-Whiz
Cheez-whiz is made from a processed cheese but this copycat version uses real cheddar cheese to get the same rich and creamy results.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Bit-O-Honey Candy
A little taste of nostalgia. These copycat Bit-O-Honey candies are easy to make and will satisfy that sweet craving (and give your dentist job security).
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Stouffer's Corn Souffle
A copycat of the popular frozen corn souffle made by Stouffer's. It's made with eggs, creamed corn, sour cream, milk, and a hint of nutmeg.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
A&W Chili Dog Sauce
Made with water, ground beef, salt, onion, chili powder, ketchup
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
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
King's Hawaiian Bread
If you love King's Hawaiian bread then you must try this copycat recipe!
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
KFC Chicken Secret Spices
Get that same fried chicken flavor as KFC with this copycat recipe for their secret spices.
Time: under 30 minutes
Albertson's French Bread
Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this copycat French bread recipe brings the Albertson's bakery right into your kitchen.
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Boston Market Dill Potato Wedges
Make these famous Boston Market potato wedges in your own kitchen. You won't know you're not sitting in the restaurant.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
RoTel Tomatoes
Ro*tel tomatoes are used in a variety of recipes, particularly in Tex-Mex cooking. They are a spicy, canned diced tomato found in most grocery stores. It's simple to make your own...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Ice Cream
Ben & Jerry's has been making ice cream history since 1978. This recipe duplicates their rich and creamy chocolate ice cream.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Mr & Mrs T Bold & Spicy Bloody Mary Mix
Skip the bottled Bloody Mary mix next time and make your own. It has just the right balance of spices and is delicious enough to drink without the vodka too.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Taco Seasoning Mix
Better than store bought: make your own taco seasoning with just a few simple ingredients.
Time: under 30 minutes
KFC Gravy
Copy the famous gravy served at Kentucky Fried Chicken with this easy-to-follow home version.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Popeye's Red Beans and Rice
Popeye's red beans and rice is a New Orleans classic. The dish is simple but flavorful, and can be easily made at home. All you need are red beans, some bell pepper, onion...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Taco Bell Green Sauce
Taco Bell no longer serves their Verde Sauce (green sauce) but you can still make this beloved condiment at home.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
KFC Cole Slaw (But Better!)
Made with vegetable oil, vinegar, sugar, cabbage, green bell pepper, onion, carrot, salad dressing
Time: 1-2 hours
A&W Hot Dog Sauce
This copycat A&W hot dog sauce features a blend of ring bologna, onion, and green bell pepper simmered with tomato juice and ketchup for a savory condiment.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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
A & W Onion Rings
The secret to A&W's famous crispy onion rings is in the batter. This copycat version uses tempura mix to give the onion rings a light, crisp coating like you get at the iconic...
Method: deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
Boston Market Macaroni And Cheese
Cheesy? Check. Creamy? Check. Just like Boston Market's famous mac and cheese? Make this copycat recipe and let the kudos roll in.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Almost Heinz 57 Sauce
Use this sauce on anything from pork to beef to chicken. This copycat version of Heinz 57 is quick to make and easy to use.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Jamba Juice Orange-A-Peel
Fresh-squeezed juice is the way to go for orange smoothies. This healthy Jamba Juice copycat is equal parts citrusy and creamy thanks to plenty of vanilla frozen yogurt.
Time: under 30 minutes
KFC Honey Barbecue Wings
These KFC copycat wings are as good as the real thing. Honey BBQ is always a winner, and you can switch up the BBQ sauce to your liking.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Boston Market Cucumber Salad
Enjoy a refreshing clones of Boston Market's cucumber salad, blending crisp cucumbers, zesty red onions, and juicy tomatoes in a tangy olive oil and vinegar dressing.
Time: over 5 hours
Boboli Type Pizza Crust
What if you could make fresh pizza crust ahead of time, and have your bread machine could do most of the work for you? These make-ahead, freeze-ahead Boboli crusts just brought...
Method: bread machine, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Boston Market Rotisserie Whole Chicken
This copycat recipe tastes just like the rotisserie chicken from Boston Market, but it's a fraction of the price. Serve this chicken with some roasted potatoes...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Caribou Coffee's Hot Apple Blast
Thought hot apple cider was good already? It may be, but throwing in caramel and cinnamon syrups a la Caribou makes it simply fabulous.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Borden's Sweetened Condensed Milk
A copycat version of Borden's brand of sweetened condensed milk. Made with nonfat dry milk powder, sugar, water, and butter.
Time: 1-2 hours
KFC Rotisserie Style Chicken
KFC may be known for fried chicken (it is in their name, after all) but don't knock their rotisserie until you try it. Or try the copycat, at least.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Golden Corral Bread Pudding
No need to stand in the buffet line for this sweet treat. This homemade version is made with cubed French bread and served with a sweet white sauce.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Popeye's Biscuits
The secret to Popeye's tender biscuits? That's right, sour cream and lemon-lime soda. That plus a few more ingredients is all you need to whip up this copycat recipe.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
A&W Clone Cream Soda
When is the last time you had a classic cream soda? This homemade batch made with vanilla, sugar and club soda is a great beverage on its own or makes a fabulous float with vanilla...
Time: 1-2 hours
Popeye's Cajun Rice
A deliciously simply one pot Cajun creation. Thanks to the ground beef it's super satisfying, while Creole seasoning along with diced peppers and onions give it that comfort food...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Almost Archway Lemon Cookies
An easy version of the popular Archway brand cookies that uses a lemon cake mix for the base.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Church's Honey Biscuits
Made with honey, flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, shortening, cream of tartar, whole milk, butter
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Ben & Jerry's Sweet Cream Base 2
Made with half and half, heavy or whipping cream, sugar
Time: under 30 minutes
Golden Wok's Orange Flavored Chicken
Make your favorite Chinese restaurant orange chicken, at home! Tender pieces of fried chicken are coated in a sweet and sour orange sauce. Serve with rice.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Arby's Sauce
Copy the famous sauce that made Arby's popular. Use it on sandwiches or for dipping French fries.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
KFC Potato Wedges
These wonderful wedges are just like they make 'em at KFC, but better since you'll have them super fresh. A blend of herbs and spices gives them a tasty, spicy coating and brings out...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Burger King Big King
Who says you can't recreate fast-food magic at home? With this recipe, you'll whip up a Big King that rivals the restaurant version without the drive-thru line.
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
Magic Shell Chocolate Ice Cream Topping
Make your own Magic Shell ice cream topping. The chocolate syrup-like sauce hardens when it hits the ice cream making a crunchy shell.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
KFC Buttermilk Biscuits
Made with buttermilk, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, lard
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Dorothy Lynch Style Salad Dressing
Recreate the iconic Dorothy Lynch salad dressing at home with this recipe. Made with tomato soup, vinegar, sugar, and various spices, it's the perfect addition to any...
Time: under 30 minutes
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).
Beer makes batters better, meat more tender, and sauces more flavorful.
What's the secret ingredient in these cakes? Pudding mix. It not only adds flavor but it gives the cake a richer, creamier texture. No one will know your secret ingredient!