Copy Cat Recipes: T - Restaurants and Brands

Sucker for TGI Friday's sweet cinnamon drink, or just looking for a creamy summer treat? Splashes of cinnamon and caramel syrup are the key.


Time:   under 30 minutes

When you go this simple, it's all about good ingredients. Fresh rosemary and cracked black pepper give meat a no-frills touch that lets the flavor of a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

An absolutely packed bowl of rotini with cauliflower, bell pepper, onion and much more gets an herby dressing made from olive oil, basil and parsley instead of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Colby, mozzarella, and bechamel sauce turn ordinary potatoes into an extravagant affair. No need to dine out for this delicious dish. This copycat can easily be made at...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

What's not to love about fried chicken covered in a sweet and tangy sauce and topped with toasted sesame seeds?

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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Rum, ginger, and pineapple bring a full spectrum of island flavor to these simple, baked pork chops.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Copy TGI Friday's popular holiday drink at home! There are both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions so everyone can enjoy this festive cranberry drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with soy sauce, salt, brown sugar, onion powder, liquid smoke, black pepper, chili powder, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, rice

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with salt, butter, poblano peppers, onion, carrots, all-purpose flour, water, chicken stock, half and half, cilantro

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with cream of mushroom soup, Roma tomato, butter, flour, sea salt, milk, muenster cheese, jalapeno pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with oyster sauce, egg noodles, canola oil, beef tenderloin, sugar snap peas or snow peas, bean sprouts, mushrooms, sambal or sambal oelek, fresh sweet basil, fresh...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with green onions, black olives, fresh cilantro, bacon, refried beans, sour cream, taco seasoning mix, cheddar cheese, guacamole, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with yellow onion, garlic, water, salt, grits, milk, eggs, butter, American cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with angel hair pasta, Roma tomatoes, olive oil, salt, black pepper, fresh basil, garlic

Method:   microwave, stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with Parmesan cheese, vegetable oil, assorted sliced mushrooms, olive oil, Marsala wine, heavy cream, garlic, fresh rosemary, sugar

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with Dijon mustard, dried basil, dried thyme, nutmeg, salt and fresh pepper, ground beef, tomato paste, olive oil, sugar


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with butter, yellow onion, green bell pepper, garlic, bay leaf, sweet paprika, tomatoes, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, water, vanilla, peach pie filling, sugar, eggs, milk, Texas-style bread

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with garlic, light brown sugar, black pepper, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, boneless pork loin, sweet potatoes, Granny Smith apple

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with roux, chicken stock, butter, garlic, green onions, celery, potatoes, beer, sugar, chicken bouillon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This spooky and refreshing copycat cocktail is perfect for Halloween parties. It's easy to make, and only requires a few ingredients.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Spanish paprika, tomato puree, lasagna noodles, water, olive oil, ricotta cheese, egg, Tabasco sauce, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with celery, margarine, garlic, white pepper, seasoned salt, water, beef bouillon cubes, chicken bouillon cubes, potatoes, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with pork spareribs, ketchup, soy sauce, pineapple juice, pineapple, orange juice, orange rind, brown sugar, wine vinegar, whole cloves

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with flour tortillas, steak sauce, onion, garlic, hot pepper sauce, beef round steak, bell pepper strips

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with raspberry vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, heavy whipping cream, red bell pepper, sour cream, salt and pepper, sun-dried...

Method:   stovetop, smoker
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with corn syrup, powdered milk, margarine, cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sour cream, Thai sauce, mango, jalapenos, limes, red onion, red bell pepper, olive oil, chipotle pepper sauce or Tabasco sauce

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with tequila, half and half, whole milk, strawberry drink mix


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with sweet onion or Spanish onion, garlic, chanterelle mushrooms, white wine, chicken stock, breadcrumbs, eggs, fresh rosemary, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with kiwi, red grapes, white cake mix, heavy cream, half and half, evaporated milk, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, pineapple, strawberries

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with vegetable stock, fava beans, corn, baby fennel, haricots verts, white onion, garlic, thyme, arborio rice, Parmesan...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes