Copy Cat Recipes: R - Restaurants and Brands

If you love margaritas then you have to try this copycat recipe from Rosa Mexicano made with pomegranate juice.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat recipe is just like the rice mix you buy at the store. It contains rice, vermicelli, and powdered bouillon. Simply saute in butter and add water.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A homemade version of the popular candy. A chocolate candy shell is made with chocolate chips and filled with sweetened peanut butter.

Method:   microwave
Time:   1-2 hours

A standout side dish, this Ruth's Chris-inspired sweet potato casserole features a blend of sweet potatoes, sugar, and a hint of vanilla, topped with a...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This sandwich is one of the most popular items on the menu at the Rainforest Cafe. The chicken is seasoned with Cajun spices and teriyaki sauce...

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Made with sugar, cornstarch, bananas, eggs, lemon juice, salt, ground cinnamon, sour cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Ro*tel tomatoes are used in a variety of recipes, particularly in Tex-Mex cooking. They are a spicy, canned diced tomato found in most grocery stores. It's simple to make your own...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This cottage pie with buttery mashed potatoes, baked to a beautiful golden brown in the oven and layered on top of a savory beef and onion mixture may not be complicated...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

The trick to copy Ruby Tuesday's famous pie is to start with a frozen apple pie and dress it up with a secret layer of sugar and spice and top it off with a sweet, nutty...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This rich seafood ravioli isn't on the menu anymore at Regalo so you'll have to make it at home (but it's worth it!)

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

These individual, decadent, gooey lava cakes perfectly copy Red Lobster's discontinued dessert (some locations may still serve it).

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This Red Lobster shrimp diablo may be fiery but it tastes like heaven. Shrimp baked in a buttery, spicy BBQ sauce make perfect spicy little appetizers.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with imitation lobster, lobster tail, velveeta cheese, Swiss cheese, cream of shrimp soup, milk, cayenne pepper, paprika

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Shrimp is simmered in a garlicky wine-butter sauce and served over pasta that's been tossed with olive oil to copy the scampi served at Red Lobster.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Old Bay and Dijon mustard add a New England kick that's right on point with these crab cakes, but what else would you expect from a Red Lobster copycat?

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A bruschetta appetizer is the easiest way to be an A+ host for a dinner party. This Red Lobster copycat with shrimp, melty fontina, and white cheddar really makes the grade.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Parmesan cheese, lobster meat, bread crumbs, green onion, lemon juice, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Start your day off in style with this delicious breakfast copycat recipe from Red Lobster.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Pasta salad: the unsung hero of family gatherings and potlucks. This Ruby Tuesday favorite mixes macaroni, ham, and cheese for a restaurant-version of your favorite salad.


Time:   2-5 hours

Red Lobster's smoked salmon canapes are an easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They can be made ahead of time, making them a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with pickled jalapeno pepper, cilantro, tortilla chips, pico de gallo, milk, cream cheese, Colby-Jack cheese, salad shrimp, water, Old Bay seasoning

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Salmon fillets are topped with a melange of vegetables, shrimp, and black olives. A great way to dress up salmon!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ruby port, blue cheese, leek, butter, walnuts, salt and pepper, tart apples

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

These bacon wrapped shrimp morsels may just be appetizers, but chances are you'll want them as a main course.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Are you guilty of loving the fruit in sangrias more than the drink itself? This copycat cocktail from Red Lobster fits the bill with its fruit heavy champagne drink.


Time:   1-2 hours

A tasty duck recipe with citrus flavors served with fragrant braised red cabbage.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with poppy seeds, vegetable oil, mayonnaise, sugar, honey, mustard, Dijon mustard, white vinegar


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with garlic, tomato sauce, black pepper, water, green onions, oysters, all-purpose flour, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with mustard, ground beef, water, salt and freshly ground black pepper, hot dogs, chili powder, hot dog buns, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with shiitake mushrooms, button mushrooms, butter, all-purpose flour, garlic, tomatoes, yellow onions, fresh thyme, bay leaves, cayenne pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with carrots, celery, eggplant, crushed tomatoes, water, dried beans, salt, sugar, black pepper, garlic powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with blackened seafood seasoning, sesame ginger sauce, salmon fillets, canola oil, green onions, soba noodles, red bell...

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, lemon juice, scallops, flour, butter, garlic, tomatoes, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with onion, bell pepper, garlic, crawfish tails, blackened seasoning, Cajun seasoning, garlic sauce, fresh parsley...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with paprika, vegetable oil, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, white pepper

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with olive oil, black pepper, salt, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, raspberry preserves, honey, whipping cream, garlic


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with milk, raisins, cinnamon, sugar, eggs, margarine or butter, salt, French Bread, brown sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with mayonnaise, iceberg lettuce, sesame seed hamburger bun, cheddar cheese, Red Robin Seasoning or seasoned salt, Hickory-smoked bacon, ground beef

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, nutmeg, olive oil, shallots, onion, butternut squash

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with chopped nuts, butter, milk chocolate bar, chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, sugar, evaporated milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This rich dip is no longer on the menu at Ruby Tuesday but that doesn't mean you have to miss out. This spinach dip is always a hit at parties.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cantaloupe, cooked shrimp, lemon juice, mayonnaise, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, celery


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black and cayenne pepper, heavy whipping cream, bacon drippings, whole kernel corn, flour, cream style corn, onion, Ro-Tel tomatoes, garlic, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Cheddar cheese, butter, onion, all-purpose flour, milk, salt, white pepper, sherry, crab meat, crackers

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with crab meat, egg yolks, dry mustard, black pepper, red pepper flakes, Old Bay seasoning, salt, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, fresh parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cheddar cheese, flour tortillas, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, Cajun seasoning, vegetable oil, iceberg lettuce, romaine lettuce, carrots, red...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with spring onion, red bell pepper, celery, mayonnaise, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with white vinegar, dry mustard, salt, green cabbage, red cabbage, fresh spinach, red onion, green onions, parsley, sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fresh parsley, salt, onion, butter, flour, chicken broth, half and half, Dungeness crab meat

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with lettuce, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, Italian salad dressing, flour tortilla, margarine, Monterey jack or cheddar cheese, tomato, jalapeno...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes