This knock off recipe for Bennigan's potato soup tastes just like they used to serve at the restaurant!
Method: stovetop, 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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Bennigan's Potato Soup (Easy Home Version)
Olive Garden-Style Clam Stuffed Mushrooms
Olive Garden's famous stuffed mushrooms are made with clams, breadcrumbs, and three different cheeses then baked drenched with butter. Prepare to be addicted.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Disney Great Northern Bean Soup
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
Benihana Ginger Salad Dressing
Homemade dressing is the easiest way to give your salads an upgrade. Benihana's ginger dressing works on everything from a simple spinach side salad to a full-out dinner...
Time: under 30 minutes
Applebee's Bahama Mama
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
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Bill Knapp's Chocolate Cake
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
TGI Friday's Jack Daniel's Sauce
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
Sweetie Pie's Macaroni And Cheese
As featured on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, the famous mac and cheese from Sweetie Pie's.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Armstrong's Cheese Sauce
Nachos, chili dogs, pretzel dip, the only limit to what you can do with a good cheese sauce is your imagination.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Burrito Brothers Big-Beef Burrito
Burrito Brothers started in the 1960s in California, serving only tacos, quesadillas, and their soon-to-be-famous Big-Beef burrito.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Homemade Worcestershire Sauce (Without Anchovy)
This is a Worcestershire sauce without anchovies for those who don't like or can't have anchovies. It is a great alternative to the store-bought version.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Chinese Buffet Style Donuts
Love those deep-fried donuts you get at the Chinese buffet? Well, here ya' go! Super easy to make at home.
Method: deep fryer, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Famous Dave's Creamy Sweet & Sour Coleslaw
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
Chili's Monterey Chicken
Try your hand at making Chili's Monterey Chicken! This tasty recipe features juicy chicken breast smothered in cheese and bacon. Ready in under 20 minutes, it's an excellent...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Ann Sather's Cinnamon Rolls
A couple of Ann Sather's cinnamon rolls are almost as Chicago as deep dish. Fresh made dough, a warm cinnamon brown sugar filling, and of course a generous spoon of icing on...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Cheesecake Factory's Mashed Potatoes
Follow the Cheesecake Factory's lead and add a touch of horseradish in your mashed potatoes. The spicy bite along with creaminess from the gouda makes a marvelous...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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
P.F. Chang's Garlic Noodles
These noodles stir fried to perfection with garlic, sesame oil, and chili flakes will be your new go-to, either on their own or with stir fried beef or chicken.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Clam Box Fried Clams
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
Red Lobster's Parrot Bay Coconut Shrimp and Sauce
Love the coconut shrimp that you get at Red Lobster? Now you can make it at home with this knock-off recipe, including their famous pina colada dipping...
Method: deep fryer, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Patrick Swayze's Penne With Chicken And Sun Dried Tomatoes
Patrick Swayze is famous for his dance moves in Dirty Dancing and for this creamy chicken and penne pasta dish.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Ponderosa's Steak Sauce
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
Joe's Crab Shack's Etouffee
Etouffee is a Cajun comfort staple. Crawfish or shrimp in a creamy sauce of celery, onion and mushroom soup poured over a scoop of rice pilaf, just like Joe's Crab Shack...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Yoshida's Sesame-Crusted Salmon
Mr. Yoshida's sauces are famous for their Asian marinade's and sauces. Dress up some salmon with their sauce (or other brand) and a few other ingredients.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Morton's Caesar Salad
With crisp romaine, parmesan cheese, and crunchy croutons covered in a classic Caesar dressing it's no wonder why Caesar is everyone's favorite go-to salad.
Time: under 30 minutes
Charlie Vergos Rendezvous' World Famous Rendezvous Dry BBQ Ribs
These dry rubbed ribs are world famous for a reason. This recipe is all about the mix. Paprika, celery seed, and chili powder with a few...
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 1-2 hours
Gagliardi's Spaghetti Sauce
A blend of sausage and beef spiced with everything from fennel seeds to basil makes a hearty, heavenly pasta sauce.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Patti LaBelle's Best-Ever Barbecue Chicken With Bodacious Barbecue Sauce
The "Lady Marmalade" singer doesn't just know music, she also knows chicken. This saucy dish can be oven-baked or...
Method: stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time: 1-2 hours
Olive Garden Chicken Marsala
Make it better than The Olive Garden does (and without the long wait on a Friday night)
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cheesecake Factory's Carrot Cake Cheesecake
Made with vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, pineapple, carrots, coconut
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
El Torito's Sweet Corn Cake
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
Bennigan's Potato Soup (Restaurant Version)
Bennigan's may have gone out of business but you can still have their famous potato soup by making this copycat recipe at home!
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Outback Steakhouse Honey Wheat Bushman Bread
Craving that warm, sweet bread from Outback Steakhouse? You'll love this easy Honey Wheat Bushman Bread recipe. With just a bread machine and a few...
Method: bread machine, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Chili's Steak Fajitas
If you love the steak fajitas at Chili's but don't want to leave the house (or spend the money), then this recipe is for you! It's a clone of the popular dish, and it tastes just...
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Black-Eyed Pea Baked Squash
Made with black pepper, onion, yellow squash, eggs, bread crumbs, butter or margarine, sugar, salt
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chi Chi's Sweet Corn Cake
Recreate the delightful taste of Chi Chi's sweet corn cake at home. Whether served as a side dish or an appetizer, it's sure to bring a touch of restaurant-quality flavor to...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cracker Barrel Chicken Casserole
A down home, southern copycat casserole for you. Chopped, cooked chicken in a creamy sauce gets oven baked with a golden cornbread topping for a lovely layered dish.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Hot Dog Shoppe Hot Dog Sauce
This unique sauce is made with a blend of ingredients that sets it apart from other Coney Island-style sauces. It's perfect for slathering on your favorite hot dogs.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Bennigan's Honey Mustard Salad Dressing
Looking for a dressing that's both creamy and zesty? This honey mustard salad dressing from Bennigan's whispers sweet nothings to your greens.
Time: under 30 minutes
Disney's 50s Prime Time Cafe Chicken Pot Pie
Disney's famous fifties-style diner nailed it with this classic recipe. This double-crust pot pie filled with chicken and vegetables will be a hit with your...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Olive Garden Shrimp Sauce
If you're a fan of Olive Garden's shrimp sauce, then you'll love this copycat recipe. It's easy to make and can be used as a dipping sauce or with shrimp or other seafood.
Time: under 30 minutes
Old Spaghetti Factory Original Clam Sauce
The Old Spaghetti Factory is known for its delicious clam sauce. This recipe is a classic example of the restaurant's cuisine. Serve it over your favorite...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Luby's Cafeteria Cheese Enchiladas With Chili Sauce
Made with beef broth, tomatoes, chili powder, paprika, cumin, cornstarch, water, corn tortillas
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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
Full Moon Cafe Tortilla Soup
Full Moon Cafe marinates their chicken in fajita seasoning to give it that special spice in the soup. Garnish with tortilla strips for a nice crunch.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Red Lion Coney Sauce
Everything a good Coney sauce should be--beefy, tangy, and with a good kick from chili powder and tabasco. Don't forget the extra chopped onions to top off your dogs.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Mueller's Classic Lasagna
Mueller's, a well known brand of pasta, created this classic lasagna recipe made with layers of pasta, beef, sauce, and cheese.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Denny's Chicken Fried Steak
How does Denny's do it? Marinated cubed steaks are coated in baking mix get a quick fry in oil and butter before a trip to the oven to finish them off.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: over 5 hours
Mamie Eisenhower's Marble Cookies
Made with pecan halves, salt, semisweet chocolate chips, pecans, butter, sugar, vanilla extract, flour
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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.
Pumpkins aren't just for pies or Halloween decorations. These large, orange gourds - while naturally sweet - also work well in savory dishes. They pair well with poultry and pork (and especially bacon) and their creamy-when-cooked texture blends easily into soups.