Made with salt, water, tomatoes, celery, jalapeno peppers, vinegar, bay leaves, oregano, onion, garlic
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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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Colonel Sanders Pecan Pie
This pecan pie recipe, inspired by Colonel Sanders, brings together familiar ingredients in a way that's both simple and effective. It's a classic holiday dessert.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pedialyte-Type Drink
When little ones are under the weather, sometimes all they need is a little Pedialyte-type drink. This magic elixir can help them feel better in no time!
Time: under 30 minutes
Starbucks' Caramel Apple Cider
Make your own version of the popular drink from Starbucks made with apple juice, cinnamon syrup, whipped cream, and caramel syrup.
Time: under 30 minutes
Ben & Jerry's Fudge Ice Cream
Make your own rich and creamy homemade fudge ice cream with this easy Ben & Jerry's inspired recipe. Chocolate lovers, are you ready?
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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Starbuck's Frozen Coffee Frappuccino
Replicate Starbucks' iconic frozen coffee frappuccino at home. This simple recipe uses cold brewed coffee, low-fat milk, sugar, and ice, blended to a smooth, frosty...
Time: under 30 minutes
Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookies
Remember these classic chocolate chip cookies? They are packed with semisweet chocolate, coconut, and pecans. Go ahead, make a big batch, they freeze great.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Qdoba Mexican Grill Naked Chicken Burrito
Made with black or pinto beans, grilled chicken, cheese, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, avocados, jalapeno
Time: under 30 minutes
York Peppermint Patties
Looking for a delicious homemade version of your favorite candy? Made with just a few simple ingredients, these candies are incredibly easy to make and taste just like the real...
Method: microwave
Time: 1-2 hours
Orange Julius With A Twist Smoothie
Made with frozen concentrate orange juice, vanilla yogurt, berry yogurt, nonfat milk
Time: under 30 minutes
Starbucks Coffee Cake
A great coffee cake is all about that crucial crumbly topping. This Starbucks copycat nails it, mixing chopped pecans into the brown sugar-cinnamon crumb.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Trader Vic's Hawaiian Pork Chops
Rum, ginger, and pineapple bring a full spectrum of island flavor to these simple, baked pork chops.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Ben & Jerry's Giant Chocolate Chip Cookies
Treat yourself to Ben & Jerry's Giant Chocolate Chip Cookies, featuring a big, doughy bite that's hard to resist. This recipe is easy enough for beginners...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Oreo Cookies From Cake Mix
Ready for a fun kitchen project? These copycat Oreo cookies from cake mix are a great way to channel your inner baker while keeping it simple and delicious.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Boston Market Saucer Sized Chocolate Chip Cookies
One of the best cookies ever! They are huge and full of chocolate chunks. If you love chocolate chip cookies, then you definitely need to try out these...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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
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
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
Bob Evans Cheddar Baked Potato Soup
Make this favorite cheesy potato soup from Bob Evans at home!
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
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
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
Perkins Restaurant Pancakes
Make pancakes just like the restaurant does! This recipe contains baking mix, eggs, club soda, and melted margarine or shortening.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Joe's Stone Crab Mustard Sauce For Stone Crab Claws
A delicious creamy mustard dipping sauce for crab just like you get at Joe's Stone Crab restaurants.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pappadeaux's Alexander Sauce
Pappadeaux serves this creamy white wine Alexander sauce over mahi mahi but it works great over any fish or even steak.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli
Looking for a comforting meal that mimics your favorite Italian eatery? This easy pasta e fagioli combines ground beef, beans, and fresh veggies that's great for any night...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Ground Round Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup
Love the creamy chicken tortilla soup from Ground Round? Make it at home with this simple version that takes only minutes to prepare.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Big Boy Slim Jim Sandwich
The Slim Jim sandwich, which is a grilled ham and swiss sandwich, originated at Shoney's which is a Big Boy franchise. It's also known as the Buddie Boy at other franchises.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Bob's Big Boy Sauce
Bob's Big Boy sauce is a tartar sauce like mixture. You can serve it with fish, seafood, fried foods, burgers...
Time: 2-5 hours
Al Roker's Spectacular Chili
You may know Al Roker from television, but what he's really famous for is his "spectacular" chili. It's made with a combination of chuck steak, hot italian...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Applebee's Chicken Quesadilla Grande
Who doesn't love a good, cheesy quesadilla? Tortillas spread with fiery chipotle sauce and topped with grilled chicken, crumbled bacon and a mix of cheeses always...
Method: stovetop, microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Zio's Chicken Pomodoro
Copycat chicken linguine with all the right ingredients. Red pepper flakes for a little kick, tomato and basil for some fresh flavors, white wine and parmesan to seal the deal.
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
Crustacean Inspired Garlic Noodle
Made with Parmesan cheese, fish sauce, egg noodles, butter, garlic, oyster sauce
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
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
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
Guthrie's Dipping Sauce
Famous for chicken fingers and their signature dipping sauce. This creamy sauce has a kick to it from lots of added black pepper. Use with chicken fingers or nuggets, or as a...
Time: 2-5 hours
J. Alexander's Orzo and Wild Rice Salad
This copycat version of the salad served at J. Alexander's restaurant is made with wild rice, orzo pasta, onions, corn, currants, bell pepper, and basil tossed...
Time: 2-5 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
Maid-Rite Loose Meat Sandwiches
Maid-Rite is an iconic restaurant name in the midwest. Their loose meat sandwich is a favorite (that you can make at home with this highly rated recipe!)
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
P.F. Chang's Stir-Fried Spicy Eggplant
If you don't think you're much of an eggplant fan, this recipe is here to change your mind. Wok-fried eggplant stirred with a spicy sesame chili sauce perfectly...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Don Pablo's Corn Cake
For anyone missing the flavors of Don Pablo's, this corn cake recipe delivers a comforting taste of tradition with just a few ingredients.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Olive Garden Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip
This copycat dip is a fantastic appetizer. Artichoke hearts and spinach are baked in a cream cheese, mayo, and cheese mixture. Serve with your favorite...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Big John's Beans 'N Fixin's
Finding a flavorful side dish is easy with Big John's Beans 'N Fixin's. Simply mix canned pork and beans with quick sauces and seasonings for a tasty accompaniment in no...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pappadeaux Blackened Oyster and Shrimp Fondeaux
This fantastic fondue goes way past the basic cheesy variety and jumps straight to a seafood-packed, creamy dip that turns crunchy garlic bread into...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Outback Steakhouse Rack of Lamb Cabernet Sauce
Can you say impressive? Rack of lamb is a showstopper no matter what, but the rich Cabernet sauce will really raise some eyebrows.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Arctic Circle Secret Fry Sauce
The Arctic Circle is famous for their "secret" fry sauce. However, it's not so much a secret when you can make it yourself with this copycat recipe!
Time: under 30 minutes
Barcelona Wine Bar And Restaurant's Half Chicken Al Pimientos
Try this half chicken al pimientos for a flavorful twist on roast chicken, featuring cherry bomb peppers and crispy Idaho potatoes.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Love the spinach dip at restaurants like TGIFriday's and the Olive Garden? Make it at home with these easy-to-follow copycat recipes.
If you're a fan of the menu at this American chain of restaurants which serves a variety of foods such as burgers, steaks, pasta, and seafood then you'll love this collection of copycat recipes.
Keeping a can of frozen orange juice concentrate in the freezer means you can make more than just orange juice. Try it in a variety of orange-flavored recipes.