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
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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Don Pablo's Corn Cake
TGI Friday's Spinach Dip
Copy your favorite dip from TGIFriday's with this easy to make recipe. It's a party favorite and can even be made in the microwave.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 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
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
Texas Roadhouse Cactus Blossom
The delicious fried onion appetizer served at Texas Roadhouse can easily be made at home! The copycat recipe has both the batter and the spicy dipping sauce - just like...
Method: deep fryer
Time: 30-60 minutes
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Old Spaghetti Factory Meatballs
Make all the fancy food you want, there's something about classic spaghetti and meatballs that'll always have you coming back.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Joe's Crab Shack Crab Dip
This copycat dip from Joe's Crab Shack is rich, cheesy, and chock-full of crab.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Red Lobster's Batter-Fried Shrimp
The restaurant may be named after a different crustacean, but don't doubt that Red Lobster can whip up some fine fried shrimp. The only question is what dipping sauce...
Method: stovetop
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
P.F. Chang's Lettuce Wraps with Chicken
Love the lettuce wraps from PF Chang's? Make them at home anytime you want with this simple recipe that uses ground chicken, water chestnuts, green onions, and...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Munch Peanut Bar
Love the Munch Peanut Bar? Try this make-at-home version that's packed full of peanuts.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
El Torito's Mexican Caesar Salad
A bed of crisp romaine and crunchy fried tortillas is the perfect way to let the roasted chile, pepita, and cilantro salad dressing shine.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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
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
Red Lobster's Creamy Caesar Dressing
Creamy Caesar is the way to go. Red Lobster's recipe with mayo, parmesan, and Italian dressing is perfect for a classic mix with romaine and croutons.
Time: over 5 hours
Pappadeaux's Swamp Thing
Take a taste trip with the Swamp Thing. It starts with a raspberry kick, slides into a frozen hurricane and margarita middle, and finishes with a splash of melon.
Time: under 30 minutes
Rainforest Cafe Maya Pastalaya
The Rainforest Cafe, another restaurant chain owned by Landry's, is wildly famous for this recipe. It's a blend of chicken, shrimp, sausage, and pasta in a...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Noah's Ark Famous Clam Chowder
The secret to copying Noah's Ark's famous clam chowder is using two kinds of soup mixed with clams, sauteed onions, and a lot of rich half-and-half.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Rosa Mexicano's Guacamole en Molcajete
Making guacamole from scratch is simple and it tastes so much better than store-bought. Plus, avocados are healthy making this snack an all-around winner!
Time: under 30 minutes
Loretta Lynn's Crispy Fried Chicken
What's the secret to country singer Loretta Lynn's famous crispy fried chicken? It's all in the double coating of seasoned flour.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Maggiano's House Dressing
Maggiano's Little Italy is a nationwide Italian restaurant chain. Serve this dressing on your favorite salad greens, or on a "chopped" salad like Maggiano's
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Bob Evans Cole Slaw
Craving the cole slaw from the family-style restaurant, Bob Evans? Serve up this copycat version at home now that you know the secret ingredient!
Time: 2-5 hours
P.F. Chang's Dan Dan Noodles
Ground chicken is simmered in a spicy sauce and served over Asian egg noodles, just like at P.F. Chang's
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Ruby Tuesday's White Chicken Chili
This Copycat Ruby Tuesday's white chicken chili is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a restaurant favorite at home. It's the perfect dish for a cozy night in or for...
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
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
Brett Favre's Creole Style Chili
This creole style crockpot batch loaded with beef, kidney beans, and tomatoes is a keeper. Perfect for cold Sundays at the end of the NFL season.
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Applebee's Long Island Iced Tea
Make this classic potent cocktail just like Applebee's does. Four spirits, sweet and sour, and a splash of cola make up the drink.
Time: under 30 minutes
Merle Haggard's Rainbow Stew
This colorful stew named for American country singer, Merle Haggard's song "Rainbow Stew", is loaded with sausage, chicken, beans, and fresh vegetables.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Houston's Restaurant's Artichoke Spinach Dip
This dip is a hit at Houston's restaurant and it will be an even bigger hit at your next party!
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Golden Corral's Rolls
A clone recipe of the soft dinner rolls from the Golden Corral restaurant. The rolls are made with yeast, sugar, butter, flour, egg, and milk.
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Houlihan's Baked Potato Soup
The secret to Houlihan's soup is using a combination of boiled potatoes and instant potato flakes for the perfect texture. Don't forget the bacon, chive and cheddar topping...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
P.F. Chang's China Bistro Beef Lo Mein
This P. F. Chang's copycat recipe with stir fried flank steak, carrots and cabbage hits the spot.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Robert Duvall's Mother's Crab Cakes
Made with Ritz crackers, dry mustard, crab meat, mayonnaise, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, salt, onion
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Red Lobster's Pina Colada Dipping Sauce
Just three simple ingredients go into this copycat version of the popular dipping sauce served at Red Lobster. Goes great with coconut shrimp!
Time: under 30 minutes
Amish Kitchen's Corn Potato Chowder
Dive into rustic comfort with a copycat for Amish Kitchen's corn potato chowder. A dish that turns "less is more" into "more is delicious."
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Gallagher's Guinness Stout & Filet Mignon Chili
A copycat chili recipe from one of Midtown Manhattan's most famous steakhouses. It's is made with Guinness stout, two kinds of beans, ground sirloin and...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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 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
Planet Hollywood's Cap'n Crunch Chicken
Planet Hollywood's Cap'n Crunch Chicken - crunchy, crispy and oh-so-delicious! What could be better than fried chicken tenders coated in sweet cereal?
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pappadeaux's Sweet Potato Pecan Pie With Bourbon Sauce
Can't decide between sweet potato pie and pecan pie? Why not combine them and throw in a creamy bourbon sauce for good measure!
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
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
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
P.F. Chang's BBQ Sauce
This is the barbecue sauce that P.F. Chang uses on their short ribs appetizer. It's sweet and tangy with lots of Asian flavors.
Time: under 30 minutes
Bill Knapp's Au Gratin Potatoes
One of the most loved foods on the menu at Bill Knapp's was their cheesy potatoes. The restaurants are long gone but you can bring back the dish for your family with...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
TGI Friday's Honey Mustard Sauce and Dressing
This copy cat version of TGIFriday's popular dressing is made from a blend of mustard and honey mixed with mayonnaise and sour cream. Great as a dressing...
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Bob Evans Colonial Dressing
Bob Evans Colonial Dressing has a unique blend of ingredients that gives it a rich, zesty flavor. It's perfect for salads, pasta dishes, or as a dipping sauce.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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!
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.
This iconic whiskey is a "Jack of all trades" when it comes to cooking. Toss it in some pasta, as a savory dipping sauce, and even bake it into something sweet.