A batch of fresh-baked cookies makes any house smell wonderful (including the White House). A major upgrade over classic oatmeal raisin, these cookies are...
Method: oven
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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Laura Bush's Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Houston's Buttermilk Garlic Dressing
This buttermilk garlic dressing made with sour cream and mayo adds the creamy touch you're looking for.
Time: 2-5 hours
Oprah Winfrey's Unfried Chicken
Made with dried basil, dried thyme, garlic powder, chicken drumsticks, chicken breast halves, plain nonfat yogurt, vegetable oil or cooking spray, bread crumbs, flour...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Underwood's Cafeteria Cherry Cobbler
This cherry cobbler recipe was always a favorite at Underwood's Cafeteria. It's a southern-style recipe for some good "down home" cooking.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
California Pizza Kitchen Chicken Chopped Salad
Romaine and iceberg lettuce with corn, black beans, BBQ chicken, herby ranch sauce, and homemade tortilla strips.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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Buca di Beppo 1893 Salad
Copy the famous Italian salad from Buca di Beppo. It's loaded with cheese, veggies, sausage, olives, and peppers.
Time: under 30 minutes
La Madeleine's Tomato-Basil Soup
A copycat version of La Madeleine's popular tomato soup made with fresh tomatoes, tomato juice, fresh basil, cream, butter, and seasonings.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Al's Diner Buttermilk Pancakes
Al makes a mean pancake! Eggs beat into buttermilk are the key to these fabulous flapjacks.
Method: 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
Applebee's Apple Chimi Cheesecake
Cheesecake and apple pie filling are sealed inside flour tortillas and deep fried. Tastes just like Applebee's famous dessert!
Method: deep fryer, microwave
Time: 2-5 hours
Kathie Lee Gifford's Spaghetti Sauce
Ground beef, onions, and garlic sauteed in olive oil and mixed into a spiced tomato sauce turn some plain spaghetti into a pleasing pasta dish.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Famous Dave's Twice-Smoked Orgasmic Ham
If you're looking to impress your friends at the next barbecue, this famous ham has you covered. It brings the perfect blend of smoky and sweet without breaking...
Method: oven, outdoor grill
Time: 2-5 hours
Bob Evans' Peanut Butter Pie
Made with crushed peanuts, vanilla pudding mix, skim milk, peanut butter, whipping cream, pie shell, chocolate syrup, Cool Whip
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Pasta House Company Fettuccine Alfredo
It's tough to beat pasta for a quick dinner. This pasta with half and half, butter and parmesan doesn't mess around. Use good quality parmesan and prepare to...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Lady Bird Johnson's Mexican Chocolate Cake
Lady Bird Johnson was well known for her environmental work but did you know she was also famous for her Mexican chocolate cake? A Texas favorite.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Applebee's Honey Pepper Sauce For Salmon
Try this recipe to recreate Applebee's delicious grilled salmon served with a tangy honey sauce.
Method: outdoor grill, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Applebee's Honey Glaze
Made with cider vinegar, beef stock, soy sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, vegetable oil, whiskey, liquid smoke, Tabasco sauce, garlic
Method: stovetop
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
Applebee's Kahlua Mudslide
This creamy, boozy mudslide cocktail is a hit at Applebee's that you can now make at home. Don't forget the whipped cream!
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
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
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
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
Red Lobster's Grilled Rock Lobster
Something as exquisite as lobster tail doesn't need to be complicated to be good. In fact, sometimes the simpler the better. A squeeze of lemon, a brush with some...
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
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
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
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
Red Lobster's Shrimp Pasta
Made with dried basil, olive oil, garlic, shrimp, clam juice or chicken broth, white wine, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, parsley
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Applebee's Baby Back Ribs
Baby got back! The key to doing ribs like Applebee's is all in the sauce, a classic BBQ blend made with tart cider vinegar, sweet brown sugar, and a tomato ketchup base.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Baby Carrots
You might think that Cracker Barrel has some crazy secret ingredient that makes their carrot side dish so delicious. It is a secret ingredient but it's not...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 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
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
Capo's Chicken Diablo
Made with oil, butter, mushrooms, cream cheese, dried thyme, garlic salt, dried oregano, boneless chicken breasts, brown sugar
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
Bennigan's Monte Cristo
Prepare to be initiated into the delicious monte cristo world of fried turkey, ham, and cheese sandwiches topped with powdered sugar and raspberry jam.
Method: stovetop
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
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
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
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
Butterfingers' Restaurant Chicken Salad
Diced chicken and celery mixed with mayo, dill, and chives forms a crunchy and creamy salad that you can serve straight up or on a flaky croissant.
Time: under 30 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
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
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
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
Dreamland Barbecue Sauce
Dreamland is actually the name of a BBQ chain, not just where you'll be after you slather this sauce onto your ribs or toss it on your pulled pork sandwiches.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Kenny Rogers' Corn Muffins
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
Olive Garden's Capellini Pomodoro
You can have this Olive Garden copycat meal on the table in no time. Angel hair pasta tossed with a quick tomato-basil sauce makes an easy Italian dinner.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
P.F. Chang's Spicy Chicken
This popular dish from P.F. Chang's is made with stir-fried chicken that is tossed with a spicy sauce and served over rice or noodles.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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