Recipezaar: Italian,Copycat recipes

Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli

Sat, 19 Jan 2002 16:28:47 -0500

Another really good Copycat recipe! Serve with Salad and Hot Italian Bread or Bread Sticks, and offer grated Parmesan at the table. -- posted by DiB's

Penne Gorgonzola With Chicken and Roma Tomatoes

Thu, 24 Jan 2002 18:26:05 -0500

Although I usually post healthy recipes, this one does not fall into that category! It is rich, creamy and decadent. If you like cream sauces, watch out!! This is a recipe my husband developed based on a dish at an Italian restaurant. I think his is just as good. -- posted by erinBOberrin

Copycat of Olive Garden Italian Salad Dressing

Mon, 04 Feb 2002 10:19:05 -0500

This is a copy cat recipe of the Olive Garden's Italian Salad Dressing. -- posted by Graybert

My Version of Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

Sun, 10 Feb 2002 09:13:25 -0500

I absolutely LOVE Olive Garden's Alfredo sauce, so i love this recipe because it keeps me from spending my money at a restaurant. It tastes exactly like it--it's amazing. -- posted by Jauna

Mediterranean Garlic Shrimp - Olive Garden CopyCat

Fri, 15 Mar 2002 16:02:08 -0500

This is a copycat recipe dedicated to Rise. -- posted by Maine-iac

Olive Garden Neapolitan Ziti

Thu, 28 Mar 2002 17:11:28 -0500

Copycat recipe, and a pretty darn good one at that! -- posted by Mille®

Olive Garden 5-Cheese Lasagna (Copycat Recipe)

Wed, 17 Apr 2002 10:23:59 -0400

Really good lasagna! If you love Olive Garden's 5-cheese lasagna then you'll love this one! We like it with 1/2 lb. ground beef and 1/2 lb. Italian sausage in it. -- posted by Teresa M

Calamari in Balsamic Reduction

Fri, 03 May 2002 14:14:50 -0400

I had this at a restaurant and ran home to figure out how to make it. It's such a delicious and unusual starter for a meal. -- posted by LaLa

Grilled Shrimp With Polenta

Tue, 21 May 2002 22:17:29 -0400

Polenta, an Italian specialty now found on menus from coast to coast, is either served soft or cooled, then sliced and fried or baked. Chef Randy Windham's recipe for soft polenta topped with pesto-marinated grilled shrimp is comfort food elevated to a new level of flavor. For a hearty lunch or simple dinner menu, double the portions and accompany with a green salad, Italian country bread and a dish of oil-cured black olives. Recipe by Chef Randy Windham of the Bistro at Maison de Ville, New Orleans, Louisiana. -- posted by Mille®

PHILLY (Italian Style) Hot Roast Pork Sandwiches

Mon, 17 Jun 2002 23:33:00 -0400

Philly is not only famous for cheesesteaks. Another famous favorite is Hot Roast Pork Sandwiches! After searching the web for the recipe and not finding it, I came up with this and the results were fabulous and authentic tasting. This is also delicious served as a main dish instead of for sandwiches...you may want to slice it thicker and add a side dish or two :) -- posted by Karen=^..^=

Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli Soup in a Crock Pot (Copycat)

Thu, 20 Jun 2002 22:19:28 -0400

This tastes exactly like the pasta e fagioli soup at the Olive Garden. Wonderful! Husband loves it! -- posted by ravensmith

Italian Dressing Mix

Tue, 25 Jun 2002 22:37:17 -0400

This is a copycat recipe that really is a budget stretcher. I tried it on a green salad and in my Buffalo Wing recipe and it was great! -- posted by Aroostook

Olive Garden Pollo Limone (Lemon Chicken)

Sat, 27 Jul 2002 00:34:54 -0400

This recipe originally came from the Olive Garden website but I have changed a few of the steps after trial and error in my home chicken. We have a thing for lemony chicken in my house and this is one of the favorites. -- posted by Christina Chavez

Classic Fettuccine Alfredo

Tue, 20 Aug 2002 17:11:40 -0400

This is restaurant's claim to fame. It is easy, and can be finished tableside with a flair, just like the pros do it. Nothing can go wrong with this dish, as there are few ingredients. Just have your ingredients ready and a big spoon and fork to toss with. If you do want to finish it in the dining room, have a sterno burner ready for your chafing dish or an electric skillet set on low and have your ingredients in attractive containers. -- posted by DonnaR

Olive Garden Copycat Zuppa Toscana

Mon, 26 Aug 2002 19:09:02 -0400

This is a clone of the Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana. Tried and true. -- posted by Cycle Michael

Chicken Pasta Milano

Wed, 08 Jan 2003 20:10:25 -0500

A copycat recipe of the Pasta Milano served at Macaroni Grill. Yum Yum! -- posted by AlabamaGirl71

Creamy Sun-dried Tomato,Roasted Red Pepper and Artichoke Pasta

Mon, 27 Jan 2003 20:02:09 -0500

My variation of a "Build your Own Pasta Dish" concoction that I made up at the Macaroni Grill. Mine tastes better!! -- posted by Malriah

Romano's Macaroni Grill Scaloppine Di Pollo

Tue, 28 Jan 2003 20:05:03 -0500

A Macaroni Grill copy cat recipe...not low in fat if that's what you are looking for, but really tasty -- posted by Tish

Carrabba's Bread Dipping Spice

Wed, 12 Feb 2003 20:02:13 -0500

This is a favorite with Italian style-grub.The recipe comes from Carrabba's Restaurant. They serve the spices on a small plate and the waiter adds olive oil, now you are set to dip your bread. YUM YUM TIP: Chop all spices in small chopper then store them in a small container in the refrigerator, since a little goes a long way--then you can have it anytime. -- posted by Barb Gertz

Olive Garden Minestrone Soup

Sat, 12 Apr 2003 20:00:17 -0400

Posted in response to a request. This is a wonderfully hearty soup that is pretty close to Olive Garden's. We used to go there several times a month when I lived close and get the soup and bread sticks. Mmmmmm -- posted by Tish

Pasta Fagioli (Beans & Macaroni)

Mon, 21 Apr 2003 20:11:36 -0400

I loved Olive Garden's pasta fagioli recipe so much that I went home and tried to duplicate it and came up with this recipe. Everyone who has tried it, loves it. -- posted by auntbitzy

Copycat Carrabba's Pollo Rosa Maria

Mon, 21 Apr 2003 20:14:26 -0400

This is a good copy cat version of this delicious favorite. It is modified from a version I found on Recipegoldmine.com -- posted by gingerkitten D

Fresh Fettuccine With Pulled Rotisserie Chicken, Pesto, and Roas

Thu, 15 May 2003 20:10:10 -0400

What better to cook than something so fast and packed with flavor? I got this recipe from Sara Moulton's show. Instead of pulled rotisserie I just fried chicken breast with adobo. I also omitted the olives since they're not my taste. I almost went into a panic when I thought I lost the recipe. That's how much I love it! -- posted by Chef Christine

Shrimp With Scallops Palermo And Pasta

Wed, 25 Jun 2003 20:02:27 -0400

This comes from the chef at Cantone's, an Italian restaurant in Harrisburg, PA. I haven't made it, but have tried it and it is delish! Prep and cook times are a guess. -- posted by keen5

CopyCat TGI Friday's Lemon Chicken Scaloppine

Mon, 07 Jul 2003 20:02:45 -0400

Copycat recipe posted by request. I have never made this recipe, and therefore times and servings are simply SWAG (scientific wild-assed guesses). -- posted by Mille®

Bennigan's Ale House Shrimp and Pasta

Wed, 20 Aug 2003 20:00:52 -0400

Spotted this one in Women's Day magazine -- posted by Tish

Easy Tiramisu

Tue, 26 Aug 2003 20:01:08 -0400

It was "love-at-first-bite" when I first tasted "Tiramisu" last year in a Seattle restaurant, while there visiting our son and Czech daughter-in-law. This spring, my DH and I had Tiramisu again, in several different restaurants during the 4 weeks we were visiting in the Czech Republic. I'd never considered making it, myself, until I found this recipe in THE CAKE DOCTOR cookbook, as I thought it would be too complicated to make at home. Preparation includes 5 minutes for assembly. -- posted by Joje in Oklahoma City, OK, United States

Seven Layer Cookies

Wed, 08 Oct 2003 20:00:17 -0400

This recipe is posted by request and was found on the net-no name is attached. I have no idea how many this makes so I'm going to guess. -- posted by DiB's

Butternut Squash Ravioli

Wed, 12 Nov 2003 20:00:51 -0500

A knockoff recipe from a great little local pasta place. Goes with many different sauces: alfredo sauce, butter sauce, or even lightly tossed in sun-dried tomato oil. -- posted by food girl

Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup by Todd Wilbur

Mon, 01 Dec 2003 20:00:09 -0500

It's finally here! What everyone's been waiting for! Just in time for winter, this soup is sure to warm your soul with it's savory flavor and wonderful aroma. I've asked many an Olive Garden waiter for this recipe, but none gave it to me in detail. One waiter told me the secret ingredient was to add a little red wine to the stock, but I'll leave that up to you to try. -- posted by *~Suzy~*

Chicken Francesca

Thu, 11 Dec 2003 20:00:54 -0500

From the venerable Ristorante Villa Francesca in Boston's North End; this was in the Boston Herald's recipe request column in the 90's. I haven't tried it yet, but it looked too good not to share. -- posted by winkki

Copycat Little Caesars Breadsticks

Wed, 07 Jul 2004 20:00:18 -0400

My husband loves the breadsticks from Little Caesar's and they do not have a restaurant near us anymore. So, I experimented and came up with this recipe. All I have to say is that he is the pickiest person in the world to please and he spared only three for my kids and I! My suggestion is that you use the pre-grated Parmesan cheese, they taste more authentic that way. -- posted by Kethrae

Rich & Charlie's Italian Salad Dressing (light)

Thu, 12 Aug 2004 19:59:07 -0400

This is a copy cat of the italian dressing from Rich & Charlie's restaurant in St. Louis. I make it lower fat by using light dressing. Cook time is for chilliing overnight. -- posted by Chris from Kansas

Batista's Cappuccino

Fri, 25 Feb 2005 14:57:01 -0500

Found this in a compilation of recipes from the A.O.R.N. in Billings. I think it's a copycat of the cappuccino served at Batista's Hole in the Wall in Vegas. -- posted by littleturtle

Scoozi's Pollo Al Limone

Sat, 26 Feb 2005 20:00:20 -0500

Lemon lovers, come on in! This is a fantastic, easy lemon chicken from Scoozi Restaurant in Chicago. Garlic, shallots and white wine accent this chicken; nice because there's not a lot to detract from the pure lemony taste. I find that there's not a ton of the sauce; if you wish to have extra to drizzle on veggies or whatever, I'd probably double the sauce ingredients. It's good with pasta or roasted potatoes and a nice green veggie. -- posted by EdsGirlAngie

California Pizza Kitchen Chopped Salad

Tue, 08 Mar 2005 20:00:36 -0500

Every time I eat at CPK, I have to have this salad! I love the tangy dressing, the fresh basil, the crispness of the ingredients. My husband got their cookbook for Christmas one year and I enjoy making it at home occasionally too! -- posted by Pam-I-Am

Romano's Macaroni Grill Chicken Scaloppine

Sun, 15 May 2005 21:39:00 -0400

This is a copy cat that I found online. -- posted by Baker*Chick

Peking Pizza

Sat, 09 Jul 2005 15:30:16 -0400

Stolen and modified from a Rachel Rae Recipe, this is so good. -- posted by Kana Kahuna

Chicken Marsala

Mon, 07 Nov 2005 20:00:47 -0500

I love the way they make Chicken Marsala at Carraba's. I came up with this as a copycat version. It's not grilled like theirs is, but you could, of course, grill your chicken. I'm just lazy. ;-) -- posted by JeriBinNC

Chicken Scarpariello

Mon, 05 Dec 2005 21:35:40 -0500

The origins of this dish are uncertain, but many people believe that it is Italian-American, not Italian, and was invented by a Southern Italian chef in New York, where it is standard fare in every neighborhood. The recipe below was obtained from a friend in Sicily. Dishes called "scarpariello," which means shoemaker style, are made in Southern Italy. The "iello" ending is definitely a Southern language ending. Saying shoemaker-style in Naples or Bari either means that the dish is so meager it could even be made by the family of a poor shoemaker, or it contains such prosaic ingredients that it can easily be cobbled together. In its most Italian version, such as the following, it is no more than fried chicken chunks on the bone, lightly glazed with a lemon-wine sauce. Often, chunks of pork sausage, sweet pepper strips, even mushrooms are added to the dish, which makes it anything but humble. Sometimes the dish is saucy, which makes it more American than Italian. Without question, chicken cooked on the bone this way is significantly more succulent than chicken cooked off the bone. Some restaurants serve it boneless and dry anyway. I'd say this is not a dish for you if you don't like to pick at chicken on the bone. -- posted by Phil Franco

Quick Pasta E Fagioli - Olive Garden

Fri, 03 Mar 2006 10:11:54 -0500

I pared this recipe down from another one on here to suit a faster preparation. This is still wonderful!!! And of course, even better the next day! Any small shape pasta will work - I like the small shells. -- posted by Charmie777

Cajun Chicken Alfredo

Fri, 21 Apr 2006 20:27:17 -0400

I love this pasta! It almost resembles Red Lobster's alfredo sauce. It's great! You can even use seafood instead or go meatless! -- posted by imshadi

Maui Zaui Pizza

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 14:44:18 -0400

Very easy and delicious, this is my take on the specialty pizza at round table. -- posted by Kana Kahuna

Romano's Macaroni Grill Nachos Napoli

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 23:19:18 -0400

I love the ones at the restaurant, but they do not travel well as take out. Now I can have them whenever I want (which is not always a good thing!) -- posted by startnover

East Side Mario's Oven Roasted Tomato Linguine (Copycat)

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:41:10 -0500

I am so excited to find a recipe from the East Side Mario's chain...I never had a dish I did not like there! I was so sad when the franchise left Ohio, but now I can duplicate an old favorite right at home! This is fabulous! -- posted by Cooks4_6

Belinda's Version of Carino's Chicken Scaloppini

Tue, 06 Feb 2007 20:44:06 -0500

I took a copycat Macaroni Grill recipe and adapted it to have "Carino's ingredients" (except for mushrooms, which I don't care for, but you could add them with the onions, if desired). My friends and I, who are all Carino's Chicken Scallopini freaks LOVED this! Hope you do, too! -- posted by Belinda in Austin, TX

Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Mon, 26 Feb 2007 17:17:58 -0500

A creamy delicious meal sure to satisfy the belly. -- posted by Chef #456618

Chicken Castellina

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 17:23:28 -0400

I found this on another website and it sounds absolutely yummy! Posting to try later. -- posted by Cooks4_6

Bravo Ristorante Italiano Rigatoni Alla Buttera

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 19:54:04 -0400

This is a quick and easy weekday meal, and a tricky way to sneak peas into a kids diet! To spice this up bit, try using a tomato sauce like Barilla's Tomato and Basil and hot italian sausage. If you like pink sauce, you can also add more cream. Overall, this is a tasty, easy dish! -- posted by Cooks4_6

East Side Mario's Hell's Kitchen Chicken (Pollo Italian)

Wed, 09 May 2007 18:34:04 -0400

I have never tried a dish at East Side Mario's that I did not enjoy. Found this one out surfing the net and tried it. It was a nice alternative to a traditional Chicken Parmesan, and the sauce would also taste lovely over grilled chicken. *If you would like to spice this up a bit, add the optional crushed red pepper. *(Spicey option added based on Sam#3's review July 2008) -- posted by Cooks4_6

Carmela's Chicken Rigatoni (Copycat Romano's Macaroni Grill)

Wed, 09 May 2007 18:35:10 -0400

This is the actual Macaroni Grill recipe for Carmela's Chicken Rigatoni. -- posted by Cooks4_6

Olive Garden Salad Dressing Copycat Recipe

Sun, 03 Jun 2007 13:01:41 -0400

I found this recipe on the internet. It's been a LONG time, so I don't remember exactly where. I love Olive Garden, and this is the closest recipe I've ever found to their dressing. The other recipes that call for mayonnaise are close as well, but I guess I just prefer this one. It makes quite a bit, so I would suggest halving it. I typically do, and it serves 4-6 people easily. I recommend using the liquid pectin. Without the pectin and egg, this will still work, but it will be VERY runny, and, in my opinion, not as good. -- posted by Princess Tomato

Olive Garden Gnocchi With Spicy Tomato and Wine Sauce

Sun, 11 Nov 2007 10:00:39 -0500

I love gnocchi, and found this on another website. Chef's Tip: Add Cream to sauce to add richness and/or add vegetables of choice to sauce and/or add sautéed chicken strips to sauce. -- posted by Cooks4_6

Buca Di Beppo Chicken Glorioso

Wed, 26 Dec 2007 18:49:00 -0500

Buca di Beppo, Chef Richard Graham I tried this for the first time tonight at Buca, and went on a search for the recipe. It is spectacular. I found this on another website, and am posting to compare to the original sometime soon. -- posted by Cooks4_6

Carrabba's Italian Grill Sausage and Peppers

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 02:30:29 -0500

This sounds quicker and easier than my normal recipe, so I am posting to try later. -- posted by Cooks4_6

Buca Di Beppo Bruschetta Salvatore

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 22:06:10 -0500

From the Buca cookbook; entirely fabulous! I add 1/2 of browned Italian sausage to the toppings. YUM! -- posted by Cooks4_6

Buca Di Beppo Red Wine Vinaigrette

Sat, 02 Feb 2008 23:51:09 -0500

I love this dressing! I was so happy to find it. It's amazing over an apple gorgonzola salad. Cook time is chill time. -- posted by BurtonFanatic

Chicken Scaloppine Like Carino's

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 23:55:09 -0500

I had to try to find a recipe for this. It is scrumptious! From Uncle Phaedrus' website. -- posted by kstrating

Buca Di Beppo Cornish Game Hens With Spinach Sauce (Or Chicken B

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 01:04:29 -0400

(Galletto con Salsa di Spinaci) OOOOOOOOOOOOOh, is this yummy! It is a nice change from a plain baked chicken breast and is easy to make in quantities for a dinner party. I have made this with both Cornish Game Hens and with Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken breasts* and it turns out fabulous either way! Mangia! -- posted by Cooks4_6

Maggiano Salad

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 01:47:04 -0400

This recipe is adapted from Recipe #166435. I made some changes in my review and wanted to save them completely on here. My husband and I go to Maggiano's often and can't get enough of this salad. I make this at home all the time... sometimes as a meal in itself or a salad wrap, or salad in a pita. This salad is soooo sooooo good! I hope you enjoy it too! Updated: I halved the dressing because the original makes much more than you need. -- posted by jodyladybug

Sausage & Peppers Ziti Marinara

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 18:20:07 -0400

From Olive Garden Recipe Card. I love Italian Sausage & Peppers. I love pasta. È un'unione fatta nel cielo! -- posted by Cooks4_6

Hot Truck P M P - Poor Man's Pizza

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:10:28 -0500

This is posted in tribute to Bob Petrillose, its creator who passed away last month. I had the honor of eating way too many of these pizza subs during my college days. Rumor has it that a student who worked in the truck sold the idea to Stouffer's and was the origin of the French Bread Pizza. Learn more about Bob here: http://www.seriouseats.com/2007/02/the-hot-truck.html and here http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Dec08/PetrilloseObit.html -- posted by ~Jen~

Olive Garden Chicken With Lemon Sage Sauce

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:52:30 -0500

I got this from OG's website, and am posting it to try later. It sounds devine! -- posted by Cooks4_6

Olive Garden Asparagus With Lemon and Minced Onions

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:33:25 -0500