Copycat Recipes & Restaurant Favorites

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This copy cat version of Applebee's popular drink is indeed, a perfect margarita! Use good brands of tequila and sweet and sour mix (or make your own) for best results.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Fantastic fried flounder is only one recipe away. Cornmeal, black pepper, and paprika give this fish a crispy crust. Perfect fish for a sandwich with tartar sauce...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The fried clams from the Clam Box are a signature dish at the restaurant, and are served with a side of tartar sauce for dipping. They have a unique hint of sweetness that makes...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you love Mozzarella cheese, then you'll go crazy for this copycat recipe from the Olive Garden. Slices of Mozzarella cheese are breaded and fried to perfection...

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Recreate an Olive Garden classic with tender pork filets marinated in garlic, rosemary, and parsley. Grilled to juicy perfection and served with or without veal demi-glace.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

Bake this chocolate bundt cake for a dessert that's full of rich flavors and topped with gooey hot fudge. Perfect for any occasion or just because you deserve...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

If you love the creamy, garlicky mashed potatoes from Applebee's you're in luck. Make them at home with this copycat recipe with freshly roasted garlic.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

The chocolate cake at Bill Knapp's was a favorite of chocoholics. It's a simple chocolate cake that is drenched with a rich chocolate sauce and served with a scoop of ice...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This recipe is for a copycat version of the popular Outback Steakhouse orange marmalade sauce. Made with just four simple ingredients, this sauce is perfect for dipping...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with vanilla extract, nuts, salt, shortening, eggs, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, baking powder

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

This P. F. Chang's copycat recipe with stir fried flank steak, carrots and cabbage hits the spot.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

These cornbread muffins bring Southern charm right to your kitchen. With the perfect balance of sweetness and texture, these muffins will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Cafe style mac and cheese loaded with Cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheeses and a secret ingredient.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A bourbon marinade with brown sugar and soy sauce gives these prime cuts of steak a distinct bite.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

This buttermilk garlic dressing made with sour cream and mayo adds the creamy touch you're looking for.


Time:   2-5 hours

If you're looking for a simple yet satisfying dessert, this O'Charley's caramel pie is a great option. With just a few ingredients and an easy cooking process, you can enjoy a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

A classic sweet treat made from strawberries mixed with a sour cream, brandy, brown sugar sauce.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This version of Alfredo sauce from the popular Italian chain restaurant uses heavy cream, butter, cream cheese, garlic powder, and Parmesan.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Simmered mussels in a white wine tomato sauce pair perfectly with pasta and some crusty bread for dipping.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking to impress your friends with your bartending skills? This copycat Applebee's Bahama Mama is an easy yet impressive concoction that blends sweetness and zest.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This marinade starts with a good quality ale and adds some seasonings for a delicious steak just like you get at popular restaurants

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

Thick and creamy, this copycat recipe for Applebee's caesar salad dressing is easy to make at home. Use on salads or as a dipping sauce.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Romaine and iceberg lettuce with corn, black beans, BBQ chicken, herby ranch sauce, and homemade tortilla strips.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

TGI Friday's and Jack Daniel's got together and came up with an amazing sauce. The whiskey and brown sugar help balance the flavors of this hearty sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Great Northern beans in a great soup recipe. This Disney copycat is chock full of veggies in addition to the beans and some smoked ham. Healthy and satisfying.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with Ritz crackers, dry mustard, crab meat, mayonnaise, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, salt, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat steak sauce from Ponderosa Steakhouse adds their signature slightly sweet, slightly tangy flavor to your favorite cuts of steak.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Lentils, sausage, and a veggie-packed broth make up this copycat recipe for Carrabba's famous lentil soup.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Everyone's favorite stuffed mushrooms from Red Lobster is easy to copy at home.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Tavern on the Green's Chicken Francais was an iconic dish that was served at the Tavern for many years. The dish is made with seared chicken breasts in a creamy...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

As featured on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, the famous mac and cheese from Sweetie Pie's.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Shrimp is sauteed in butter with kalamata olives and sun-dried tomatoes, tossed with a tomato-garlic sauce, and topped with feta cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A homemade version of Applebee's popular chicken wonton tacos appetizer with zesty Asian slaw.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Copy the famous Italian salad from Buca di Beppo. It's loaded with cheese, veggies, sausage, olives, and peppers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Pate a choux, also known as choux pastry, is a pastry dough used in both sweet and savory applications. It's the dough used in profiteroles and cream puffs.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This copycat lasagna is loaded with Fontina, Mozzarella, Ricotta, Parmesan and Romano cheeses

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Why come up with your own 'slaw when it's already been perfected? A bit of horseradish for bite, some sugar to balance it out- it's famous for a reason, so...


Time:   30-60 minutes

This sweet corn cake, made with butter, corn kernels, and whipped cream, is a delicious take on a classic recipe that delivers a hint of sweetness and corn flavor.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Deep fried shrimp are coated in mayonnaise, sweet Thai chili sauce, and sriracha to make a close copycat version of Bonefish Grill's popular recipe.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Good bread, good wine, and a giant bowl of buttery mussels make for a feast that comes together in a snap.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Now you can copy the delicious alfredo sauce served at Red Lobster. It's an easy cream sauce made with fresh crab and served over pasta.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Ann Landers was a popular advice columnist who wrote for the Chicago Sun-Times. This lemon pie is truly the best of the best. The perfect mixture of tart...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Leeks, jalapeno, and garlic baked with potato slices and mixed with cheddar and cream makes for a totally decadent side dish.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours