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Thursday, October 16, 2014

Buca di Beppo Chicken Limone

How to make Buca di Beppo Chicken Limone recipe - This is a fantastic, easy lemon chicken recipe. Serve it with green beans and roasted potatoes or a nice salad.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
1 large egg
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/3 cup flour
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon paprika
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
¼ cup melted butter or margarine
1½–2 teaspoons chicken bouillon cubes
½ cup hot water
1 tablespoon capers, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for garnish

Method:
In a small bowl, combine the egg and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and beat well.

In another bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, and paprika and stir well.

Put the chicken breast between 2 sheets of waxed paper and pound until the chicken is flattened and even in thickness.

Dip the chicken in the egg mixture then dredge in flour mixture.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chicken in butter 2–3 minutes on each side, until brown.

Dissolve bouillon in hot water and add to chicken along with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Bring to a boil,
cover, and reduce heat.

Simmer 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken is done. Garnish with capers and lemon slices.

Tommy Bahama Crab Cakes

How to make Tommy Bahama Crab Cakes Recipe - These delicious crab cakes are easy to prepare and will be a hit with family and guests.

SERVES 6-8

Ingredients:
1¾ pounds lump crabmeat
1½ tablespoons finely chopped green onion
4 tablespoons minced red onion
3 tablespoons minced yellow onion
1 egg
½ tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons Panko bread crumbs
3 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon celery salt
3 tablespoons butter

Method:
Mix all the ingredients in a medium bowl. Be careful not to break up the crabmeat.

Portion the crab cakes into 6 large or 8 small patties.

Place a nonstick sauté pan on medium heat and melt the butter.

Brown crab cakes on both sides.

T.G.I. Friday's Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta

How to make T.G.I. Friday's Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe - The flavors of New Orleans and Italy come together in this spicy Alfredo pasta recipe.

SERVES 2

Ingredients:
½ divided stick butter
1 chopped green bell pepper
1 chopped red bell pepper
½ sliced and quartered white onion
1 clove pressed garlic
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium chopped tomato
4–6 sliced mushrooms
1 cup chicken stock
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon white pepper
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
12 ounces hot, cooked fettuccine
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley

Method:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter and sauté the bell peppers, onion, and garlic for 8–10 minutes.

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-size pieces.

In a medium-size pan heat olive oil over high heat and cook the chicken, stirring, for 5–7 minutes, or until the chicken shows no pink.

Add the chicken to the pan with the vegetables, along with the tomatoes, mushrooms, chicken stock, cayenne, paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme. Continue to simmer for 10–12 minutes, until it thickens.

Toss the fettuccine with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.

Serve the dish by dividing the noodles onto 2 plates. Divide the chicken and vegetable sauce evenly and

spread it over the top of the noodles. Divide the parsley and sprinkle it over the top.

T.G.I. Friday's Sizzling Chicken and Cheese

How to make T.G.I. Friday's Sizzling Chicken and Cheese Recipe - This dish is a modified Mexican dish served in a hot pan, fajita style.

SERVES 2

Ingredients:
2 (4-ounce) chicken breasts
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 teaspoon crushed red chilies
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
4 divided tablespoons olive oil
1 julienned green pepper
1 julienned red pepper
1 julienned yellow onion
4 cups cooked mashed potatoes
½ cup shredded Chihuahua white cheese
2 slices American cheese

Method:
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.

In a zip-top bag, combine garlic, parsley, chilies, pepper, salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil.

Place the chicken breasts in the marinade and refrigerate for 2–4 hours.

In a cast iron skillet over medium heat, heat remaining olive oil and sauté the chicken breasts for 5 minutes per side until they reach a golden brown color. Remove from the pan.

Sauté the peppers and onion for 2–3 minutes, until al dente. Remove from the skillet.

Heat a cast iron skillet on the burner until very hot. Place the mashed potatoes in the skillet, then add the cheeses, peppers, and onions.

Put the chicken on top of the potatoes. Cook until heated through. Serve from the hot skillet.

T.G.I. Friday's Jack Daniels Grilling Sauce

How to make T.G.I. Friday's Jack Daniels Grilling Sauce Recipe - Whiskey gives this sauce a restaurant-quality taste and is good on any type of meat you would like to grill .

YIELDS 3 CUPS

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
1 cup pineapple juice
½ cup whiskey
2 cups brown sugar
2 beef bouillon cubes
4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Method:
Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan over high heat.

Bring the sauce to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Allow the sauce to cool, and use as a sauce on a grilled meat.

T.G.I. Friday's Dragonfire Chicken

How to make T.G.I. Friday's Dragonfire Chicken Recipe - The restaurant uses a hot and spicy Chinese kung pao sauce to give this dish its flavor.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Marinade:
½ cup olive oil
½ cup honey
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 finely chopped jalapeño
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon diced onion
¾ tablespoon salt

Kung Pao Sauce:
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
½ cup dark brown sugar
4 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Asian-style chili sauce
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
1 tablespoon finely minced ginger

Method:
In a blender on high speed, combine the marinade ingredients for 1 minute.

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for Kung Pao sauce and whisk together.

Pound the chicken breasts flat. Marinate in zip-top bag for 2–3 hours.

Grill chicken breasts about 5 minutes per side until done.

Drizzle the chicken with Kung Pao Sauce before serving.

Ruby Tuesday Sonora Chicken Pasta

How to make Ruby Tuesday Sonora Chicken Pasta Recipe - This is a great recipe with a Mexican flavor that makes a spicy and festive meal.

SERVES 2

Ingredients:
6 tablespoons butter or margarine
½ cup finely chopped onion
1 small minced clove garlic
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup hot water
1 tablespoon chicken stock
1 cup half-and-half
Pinch of salt
½ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
¾ cup cubed Velveeta cheese
¾ cup prepared salsa
½ cup sour cream
10 ounces cooked penne pasta
1 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast
1/3 cup spicy black beans
¼ cup diced tomatoes, for garnish
1 teaspoon sliced green onion, for garnish

Method:
Preheat the grill.

Melt butter in a saucepan and add the onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until the onions are transparent.

Stir in the flour to make a roux and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.

Mix the hot water, chicken stock, and half-and-half. Add the mixture slowly to roux, stirring constantly. Allow to cook for 5 minutes. The sauce should have the consistency of honey.

Add the salt, sugar, hot sauce, lemon juice, cayenne, and Parmesan to the sauce and stir to blend. Do not allow to boil.

Add the Velveeta and stir until melted. Add the salsa and sour cream and blend.

Place the pasta into a mixing bowl. Add the cheese sauce and toss to coat evenly.

Grill the chicken for 5 minutes per side until done. Slice into ¼" thick strips.

Place the chicken on top of pasta and ladle black beans on top. Sprinkle with tomatoes and green onions.

Ruby Tuesday Chicken Quesadillas

How to make Ruby Tuesday Chicken Quesadillas Recipe - This is a great recipe for a party appetizer, but can be a meal when combined with rice and a salad, as well.

SERVES 1

Ingredients:
1 (5-ounce) chicken breast half, boned and skinned
¼ cup Italian salad dressing
1 (12") flour tortilla
2 tablespoons margarine
1 cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey jack cheese
1 tablespoon plus ¼ cup diced tomato
1 tablespoon diced jalapeño pepper
Cajun seasoning, to taste
½ cup shredded lettuce
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup salsa, for dipping

Method:
Place the chicken breast in a bowl with the Italian dressing. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Grill chicken for 5 minutes, until done, and cut into ¼" pieces. Set aside.

Brush one side of the tortilla with margarine and place in frying pan over medium heat.

On one half of tortilla, add the cheese, 1 tablespoon tomatoes, peppers, and Cajun seasoning. Make sure to spread to the edge of the half and top with diced chicken.

Fold the empty tortilla side on top, and flip over in the pan so that cheese is on top of chicken.

Cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until very warm throughout. Remove the quesadilla from the pan to a serving plate and cut into wedges on one side of plate.

On the other side of the plate, put the lettuce, topped with ¼ cup tomatoes then sour cream. Serve your favorite salsa in a small bowl on the side.

Hooters Hot Wing Sauce

How to make Hooters Hot Wing Sauce Recipe - The must-have recipe for your wings.

YIELDS 2 CUPS

Ingredients:
3 sticks of softened butter
½ cup Tabasco sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon paprika
3/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method:
Mix all the ingredients together.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes:
Hooters in the Supermarket If you are pressed for time, just pick up a bottle or two of the hot wing sauce, which is available at your local grocery store nationwide.

Hooters Hot Wings

How to make Hooters Hot Wings Recipe - Buffalo chicken wings are a staple on most restaurant menus. This recipe makes a big batch for a crowd, which would be a great addition to any party.

SERVES 12

Ingredients:
3 cups flour
2½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
5 pound bag of chicken wings
Hooter's Hot Wing Sauce (Chapter 8)

Method:
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and spices.

Cut chicken into wings and drumettes. Wash and allow to drain.

Coat the wings with flour mixture and refrigerate for 90 minutes.

Preheat a deep fryer to 350°F.

Fry wings in hot oil for 8–10 minutes until golden brown. Do not crowd the wings, and fry in batches.

Place the wings on paper towels to remove excess oil.

When all the wings are fried, place in a large bowl.

Add the hot wing sauce and mix completely.

Chili's Monterey Chicken

How to make Chili's Monterey Chicken Recipe - If your family likes barbecue chicken, then this is a recipe that they will enjoy.

SERVES 1

Ingredients:
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons barbecue sauce
2 slices of well cooked bacon
¼ cup mixture Monterey jack and sharp Cheddar cheeses
2 slices diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon chopped chives

Method:
Pound the chicken breast until it is flattened. Season with salt and pepper.

Heat a skillet to medium-high heat and spray with nonstick cooking oil.

Cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, or until done. Transfer the chicken to a microwave-safe serving plate.

Top the chicken breast with barbecue sauce, bacon, and cheeses.

Microwave for 1–2 minutes, until the cheese melts.

Sprinkle with tomatoes and chives.

Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken

How to make Chili's Margarita Grilled Chicken Recipe - The popular and unique Margarita Grilled Chicken on the menu at Chili's Bar and Grill is quite easy to make at home.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
1 cup liquid margarita mix
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Method:
Pour the margarita mix into a zip-top bag.

Add the chicken breasts and marinate for 2 hours in the refrigerator.

Drain, and dust chicken with black pepper.

Heat a skillet to medium-high heat. Spray the skillet with nonstick cooking oil.

Cook the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side, or until done.

Notes:
Chili's Bar and Grill is a large casual dining chain with more than 1,400 restaurants. They serve American food with a Tex-Mex influence. The menu offers tacos, fajitas, and quesadillas as well as traditional American steaks, ribs, and hamburgers.

Chili's Cajun Chicken Pasta

How to make Chili's Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe - Serve up a spicy dinner with this hot and creamy linguini tossed with chicken strips sautéed with Cajun seasoning.

SERVES 2

Ingredients:
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1–2 cups heavy cream
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
4 ounces cooked linguine or fettuccine
Grated Parmesan cheese, to taste

Method:
Place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a resealable plastic bag. Rub and shake to coat the chicken well.

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the chicken. Cook about 5–7 minutes, then reduce the heat.

Add the cream and seasonings. Stir for 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

Add the pasta and toss. Heat for another 5 minutes. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Bahama Breeze Vegetable Sauté

How to make Bahama Breeze Vegetable Sauté Recipe - This restaurant sauté recipe will have your family and friends wanting more vegetables.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ red bell pepper julienned
½ yellow bell pepper julienned
½ green bell pepper julienned
½ seeded and sliced chayote squash
1 stick sliced celery
1 large clove garlic minced
¼ cup chicken broth
8 sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
¼ teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons dry white wine
½ teaspoon salt

Method:
Heat olive oil over high heat and sauté the vegetables for 3–4 minutes, stirring often.

Reduce heat to low and add the remaining ingredients.

Cook the vegetables, stirring often, for 2 more minutes.

Bahama Breeze Jamaican Marinade

How to make Bahama Breeze Jamaican Marinade Recipe - Try this recipe on chicken or steak for a taste of the Caribbean island flavors, just like the dishes served at Bahama Breeze restaurant.

YIELDS 1½ CUPS

Ingredients:
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons Jamaican Jerk seasoning
¼ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dark Jamaican rum
Juice of 1 lime
1 seeded and minced habanero pepper
2 cloves minced garlic
½ cup chopped red onion
2 chopped green onions
½ teaspoon Creole seasoning

Method:
Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl with a lid. Stir with a whisk.

Cover and refrigerate. Can be stored for up to 2 weeks.

Bahama Breeze Calypso Shrimp Pasta

How to make Bahama Breeze Calypso Shrimp Pasta Recipe - Cook up a bit of the islands at home with this Caribbean-inspired dish.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup clam juice
1 clove chopped garlic
2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
Cayenne pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pound of medium-size peeled shrimp
½ teaspoon each salt and pepper
8 tablespoons butter
½ cup thin-sliced green onion
½ cup heavy cream
3 cups cooked linguine or spaghetti
4 tablespoons diced tomatoes

Method:
Place broth, clam juice, garlic, blackening seasoning, cayenne, and thyme in a bowl and mix well.

Cover the bowl with a lid and refrigerate until needed.

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.

In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shrimp and onions and cook for 2–3 minutes until they begin to turn opaque.

Add the broth mixture and cream to the skillet. Bring the sauce to a boil and reduce heat.

Add the pasta to the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat the pasta.

Garnish with diced tomatoes.

Applebee's Veggie Patch Pizza

How to make Applebee's Veggie Patch Pizza Recipe - Use the Applebee's Spinach and Artichoke Dip to make this pizza. Serve as a meal with a salad for a meatless dinner.

SERVES 1

Ingredients:
1 (10") flour tortilla
½ cup
Applebee's Spinach and Artichoke Dip
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Black pepper, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
Salt, to taste
½ cup sliced mushrooms
¼ cup diced tomatoes
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan/Romano cheese

Method:
Preheat oven to 350°F.

Spray a pizza pan with cooking spray. Place tortilla on pan.

In a small bowl, mix the dip and spices together.

Spread the mixture evenly over the tortilla.

Top the pizza with tomatoes, mushrooms, and cheeses.

Bake for 10 minutes, until the cheese melts.

Applebee's Tequila Lime Chicken

How to make Applebee's Tequila Lime Chicken Recipe - Many restaurants are using alcohol to flavor their dishes, including this recipe, which you're sure to enjoy .

SERVES 1

Ingredients:
½ cup lime juice
¼ cup tequila
1 boneless skinless chicken breast
1 tablespoon salsa
3 tablespoons ranch dressing
½ cup tortilla chips
¼ cup shredded Cheddar jack cheese

Method:
Pour the lime juice and tequila into a sealable plastic bag. Add the chicken and allow it to marinate for 2–3 hours.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and also preheat the broiler.

Remove the chicken from the marinade. Grill it for 10 minutes, or until thoroughly cooked.

Combine salsa and ranch dressing in a small bowl.

Scatter the tortilla chips on an oven-safe plate.

Place the chicken on top of the tortilla chips.

Pour the dressing mixture over the chicken.

Cover the chicken with the cheese.

Place the chicken under the broiler until cheese is melted.

Applebee's Garlic Mashed Potatoes

How to make Applebee's Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe - Roasted garlic mashed potatoes is an extremely popular dish, both at home and in restaurants.

SERVES 8

Ingredients:
4 whole cloves of garlic
2 pounds red potatoes
½ cup milk
¼ cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons butter
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method:
Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Place garlic cloves on a sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Wrap the garlic tightly and roast for approximately 45 minutes, or until soft. Unwrap the garlic and let it cool until touchable.

Wash and rinse the potatoes. It is not necessary to peel the potatoes, unless you desire.

Place the potatoes in a large pot and boil for 20 minutes. Remove them from the heat and drain them in a colander.

Peel the garlic cloves. Combine them with the potatoes and all other ingredients and mash with a potato masher.

Applebee's Garlic and Peppercorn Fried Shrimp

How to make Applebee's Garlic and Peppercorn Fried Shrimp Recipe - Make the best garlic pepper shrimp with this easy recipe.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
1 pound (61–90) thawed shrimp
Vegetable oil, as needed
½ cup flour
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons divided fresh cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon sugar
2 eggs
1 cup bread crumbs

Method:
Clean and peel the shrimp. Leave the tails on.

Fill a fryer 2"–3" deep with oil and heat to 350°F.

In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and sugar.

In another bowl, beat eggs slightly.

In a third bowl, mix the bread crumbs and 1 teaspoon pepper.

Coat the shrimp with flour mixture, then eggs, then bread crumb mixture, being careful to shake off excess

between steps and not overcoat.

Fry for 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown.

Notes:
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar serves mainstream American dishes such as salads, shrimp, chicken, and pasta. There is also a section of choices under 550 calories.

Applebee's Baby Back Ribs

How to make Applebee's Baby Back Ribs Recipe - Now you can enjoy those spicy, sweet, delicious Applebee's Baby Back Ribs any time you like at home with this simple recipe.

SERVES 6

Ingredients:
3 racks pork baby back ribs
1 cup ketchup
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
½ teaspoon salt

Method:
Put the ribs in a large pot with enough water to cover them. Bring the water to a boil, reduce heat, and

cover. Simmer for 1 hour, or until ribs are fork tender.

Mix all the remaining ingredients together in a medium pan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer

uncovered. Cook for 30 minutes, stirring often, or until the sauce is slightly thickened.

Heat the broiler. Place the ribs meat-side down on the broiler pan, Brush the ribs with half the sauce.

Broil 4"–5" from heat source for 6–7 minutes. Turn the ribs over and brush with remaining sauce.

Broil 6–7 minutes longer, or until the edges are slightly charred.

Texas Roadhouse Steak Rub

How to make Texas Roadhouse Steak Rub Recipe - Spice rubs are another way to add flavor to your steaks, and this one has a spicy kick.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon black pepper
½ tablespoon ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
½ tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt

Method:
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl. It should be the consistency of a thick paste.

Baste the tops and sides of the steaks on both sides as you grill.

Marinades and Rubs:
Too many cooks overlook marinades and rubs. To highlight the flavor of your steaks and create a restaurant-quality meal, you should consider one or the other. Marinades contain acidic ingredients in liquid form, which can tenderize the beef, and rubs are made with spices and meant to be rubbed into the meat before cooking.

Texas Roadhouse Honey Cinnamon Butter

How to make Texas Roadhouse Honey Cinnamon Butter Recipe - Dinner rolls go well with steaks, and this flavored butter makes them taste even better.

YIELD 1 CUP

Ingredients:
1 cup softened butter
1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
½ teaspoon corn syrup
1 teaspoon cinnamon, to taste

Method:
Place all the ingredients in a food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth.

Store the butter in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Steak & Ale Burgundy Mushrooms

How to make Steak & Ale Burgundy Mushrooms Recipe - Here is another mushroom recipe to use on top of your steaks.

SERVES 6-8

Ingredients:
1¼ pounds mushrooms
8 cups water
¼ cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons margarine
¾ cup diced yellow onions
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules
½ cup burgundy wine

Method:
Clean and thoroughly dry the mushrooms.

Combine the water and lemon juice in a covered saucepan and bring to a boil.

In another saucepan, melt the margarine and sauté the onions for 5 minutes.

In a bowl, add the spices and bouillon to the wine. Whisk until the bouillon has dissolved. Add the wine mixture to the onions.

Simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.

Add the mushrooms to the boiling lemon water, then return to a boil.

Remove the blanched mushrooms from the heat and thoroughly drain. Add the mushrooms to the wine

sauce and stir until blended.

Sizzler Cheese Toast

How to make Sizzler Cheese Toast Recipe - Texas toast is another popular item on the menu at many steakhouses, and the addition of cheese makes it even better.

SERVES 6–8

Ingredients:
1 pound slightly softened butter
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Sliced Italian bread
In a small bowl, cream together the butter and cheese with a fork.

Method:
Preheat a griddle or large frying pan over medium-high heat.

Spread the cheese mixture on bread slices about ¼" thick.

Place the bread cheese-side down on a griddle.

Cook until the cheese has browned.

Ponderosa Steak Sauce

How to make Ponderosa Steak Sauce Recipe - This sweet and tangy sauce is the perfect accompaniment to a well-prepared steak.

YIELDS 1 CUP

Ingredients:
1/3 cup Heinz 57 Sauce
1/3 cup Worcestershire Sauce
1/3 cup A-1 Steak Sauce
2 tablespoons light corn syrup

Method:
Combine all the ingredients into a bottle with tight-fitting cap.

Shake well before using.

Keep refrigerated. Will keep up to 2 months.

Outback Steakhouse Sweet Potato

How to make Outback Steakhouse Sweet Potato Recipe - A sweet potato is a delicious alternative to the ordinary spuds served at most steakhouses.

SERVES 1

Ingredients:
1 large sweet potato
2 tablespoons shortening
2–3 tablespoons salt
3 tablespoons softened butter
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Method:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Rub the outside of the potato with shortening and sprinkle with salt.

Bake the potato for 45–60 minutes, or until soft.

Split the potato in half lengthwise.

Whip together the butter and honey, and put on each half of the potato.

Sprinkle cinnamon on top of the butter and honey.

Outback Steakhouse Steak Seasoning

How to make Outback Steakhouse Steak Seasoning Recipe - Use this recipe to make mouthwatering steaks just like the ones at Outback.

YIELDS 4 TEASPOONS

Ingredients:
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Dash coriander
Dash turmeric

Method:
Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl.

Rub the spices on each side of the steak before grilling.

Outback Steakhouse Shrimp on the Barbie

How to make Outback Steakhouse Shrimp on the Barbie Recipe - This recipe is meant to be served as an appetizer, but you can double it to serve as an entrée.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
Marinade and Shrimp
½ cup melted butter
½ cup olive oil
½ cup mixed minced fresh parsley, thyme, and cilantro
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 large crushed garlic cloves
1 tablespoon minced shallot
Salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste
1½ pounds unpeeled medium to large shrimp
Dipping Sauce
2 cups mayonnaise
2 cups sour cream
½ cup tomato chili sauce
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method:
In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients.

Mix in the shrimp and marinate in the refrigerator for 5 hours.

Combine all the dipping sauce ingredients into a bowl and mix well. Chill until needed.

Preheat the grill.

Thread the shrimp onto skewers.

Grill the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side.

Outback Steakhouse Sautéed Mushrooms

How to make Outback Steakhouse Sautéed Mushrooms Recipe - Most steakhouses offer toppings for their steaks, and sautéed mushrooms are one of the most popular.

SERVES 4-6

Ingredients:
1 (10½-ounce) can beef broth
½ cup diced onion
2 (8-ounce) cans or jars of small whole mushrooms, plus the juice of one
1/3 cup burgundy wine

Method:
Place the beef broth in a saucepan and simmer the onions for 15 minutes.

Add the mushrooms and wine and simmer for another 15 minutes.

Outback Steakhouse Aussie Fries

How to make Outback Steakhouse Aussie Fries Recipe - French fries are always offered on the menu at steakhouses and these are loaded with flavor.

SERVES 6

Ingredients:
1 pound frozen French fries
1 cup Mexican cheese blend
6 pieces cooked crumbled bacon
Preheat deep fryer to 350°F.

Method:
Preheat oven to 350°F.

Fry the French fries in small batches according to the package directions.

Drain the fries on paper towels.

Place them on a baking sheet and top with the cheese and bacon.

Bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese melts.

Olive Garden Steak Tuscano

How to make Olive Garden Steak Tuscano Recipe - This is a recipe for grilled steak brushed with Italian herbs. Olive Garden serves this dish with Tuscan potatoes.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
4 beef steaks
8 sprigs fresh rosemary
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt, to taste
Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Method:
Bring the steaks to room temperature 1 hour before cooking.

Preheat the grill.

Remove the fresh rosemary from the sprigs, wash, and pat dry.

Put it in a pan with the olive oil and heat without letting it boil.

Remove the rosemary sauce from the heat and let it infuse for 30 minutes or more.

Generously salt and pepper both sides of the steaks.

Grill steaks for 10–15 minutes, to the desired degree of doneness, brushing the steaks with the olive oil

mixture while grilling.

O'Charley's Black and Blue Steak Salad

How to make O'Charley's Black and Blue Steak Salad Recipe - If you want a hearty and filling entrée salad, O'Charley's makes one of the best using fan-sliced steak and blue cheese.

SERVES 1

Ingredients:
1 (6-ounce) sirloin steak
2 tablespoons melted margarine
1–2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1¼ cups shredded Parmesan cheese
1¼ cups large croutons
3½ cups chopped romaine lettuce
¼ cup Caesar dressing
3 slices Roma tomato
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
¼ cup cooked diced bacon

Method:
Preheat the grill.

Brush one side of the sirloin with margarine and sprinkle to taste with the Cajun seasoning.

Place seasoned-side down on the grill.

While first side is cooking, brush second side with margarine and sprinkle with additional seasoning.

Cook about 2 minutes; turn and cook 2–3 minutes more, or to desired degree of doneness. Cut the steak into ½" slices.

In a large bowl, sprinkle about half the Parmesan and half the croutons over the romaine. Add the dressing and toss well.

Place in a chilled pasta bowl or large soup plate and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.

Add the tomato slices and top with sliced steak, blue cheese, bacon, and remaining croutons.

Mortons Garlic Green Beans

How to make Mortons Garlic Green Beans Recipe - This dish is quick, easy, and a great accompaniment to almost any meal.

SERVES 4-6

Ingredients:
½ stick unsalted butter
1 chopped shallot
3 cloves minced garlic
1 pound thawed frozen French-cut green beans
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground white pepper, to taste

Method:
In a large sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbling but not browned.

Add the shallot and garlic and sauté until softened, about 30 seconds.

Add the beans and toss a couple of times.

Add the salt and pepper and continue to sauté until all is hot throughout, approximately 2 minutes.

Lone Star Steakhouse Steak Sauce

How to make Lone Star Steakhouse Steak Sauce Recipe - The sauce you use is just as important to a good restaurant steak as the way you cook it.

YIELDS 1 CUP

Ingredients:
½ cup butter
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
¾ teaspoon black pepper
2 drops hot pepper sauce
½ cup lemon juice
1 minced small clove garlic
½ teaspoon dry mustard
Salt, to taste

Method:
Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Combine the rest of the ingredients in the pan.

Cook for 10–15 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

LongHorn Steakhouse Steak Marinade

How to make LongHorn Steakhouse Steak Marinade Recipe - LongHorn Steakhouse restaurant serves beef, ribs, and chops in an inviting western atmosphere. Use this marinade to get a restaurant-quality steak.

YIELDS 2 CUPS

Ingredients:
1 cup bourbon
1 cup light teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon garlic juice

Method:
Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl.

Stir to mix all the flavors.

Brush on steaks while grilling.

Houstons Hawaiian Steak Marinade

How to make Houstons Hawaiian Steak Marinade Recipe - Here's a popular version of Houston's marinade used on their Hawaiian rib eye steaks. It is also good on chicken.

YIELDS 3 CUPS

Ingredients:
½ cup apple cider
½ cup pineapple juice
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup brown sugar
1½ teaspoons garlic powder
1½ teaspoons ginger

Method:
Put all the ingredients in a saucepan.

Cook over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

Store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Applebee's Southwest Steak

How to make Applebee's Southwest Steak Recipe - Applebee's serves the Southwest steak with skin-on garlic mashed potatoes and garlic bread.

SERVES 2

Ingredients:
4 shakes blackened-steak seasoning
2 beef steaks
Butter, as needed
1 cup julienne-cut yellow onions
½ cup julienne-cut red peppers
½ cup julienne-cut green peppers
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
2 slices Cheddar cheese
2 slices Monterey jack cheese

Method:
Preheat the grill.

Add the steak seasoning to both sides of the steaks.

Grill steaks to desired doneness.

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion and peppers for 2–3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic.

Reduce the heat and simmer until the steak is cooked.

For final minute of steak cooking, top each steak with 1 slice of Cheddar and 1 slice of Monterey jack.

Plate the steak with the onions and peppers.

Applebee's Bourbon Street Steak

How to make Applebee's Bourbon Street Steak Recipe - This Cajun-style dish is named after the famous street in the French Quarter in New Orleans.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
½ cup bottled steak sauce
¼ cup bourbon whiskey
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
4 beef steaks

Method:
In a zip-top plastic bag, combine the steak sauce, whiskey, honey, and mustard.

Add the steaks and refrigerate for 2 hours, or overnight.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Grill the steaks for 12–15 minutes, to the desired degree of doneness.

White Castle Sliders

How to make White Castle Sliders Recipe - The mini sandwich trend has surfaced in bars and pubs as well as major restaurant chains across the country. This recipe uses a few short cuts to make a big batch in a hurry.

YIELDS 24 SLIDER SANDWICHES

Ingredients:
2 pounds ground beef
1 (.75-ounce) package dry onion soup mix
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
2 (12-ounce/12-count) packages readymade Kings Hawaiian dinner rolls
Condiments of your choice

Method:
Preheat oven to 350°F.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, soup mix, and Worcestershire sauce.

Divide the mixture into 2 large rectangular sheet cake pans. Spread the meat out flat with your hands.

Bake for 20 minutes. Drain the excess oil.

Cut the meat into small squares with a pizza cutter.

Slice each dinner roll in half to use as a bun.

Add your favorite toppings to each mini burger.

Taco Bell Crispitos

How to make Taco Bell Crispitos Recipe - Taco Bell came up with this snack by using what they had on hand, which is mainly lots of tortillas. This recipe is an easy-to-create sweet when you're in a hurry.

YIELDS 20

Ingredients:
Vegetable oil for frying
½ cup sugar
1/8 cup cinnamon
5 flour tortillas

Method:
Preheat oil in a skillet or deep fryer to 350°F.

In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon.

Quarter the tortillas with a knife or pizza cutter.

Deep fry the triangles in small batches for about 30 seconds on each side, until they turn brown.

Place on paper towels to drain.

Coat with the sugar and cinnamon mixture.

Sonic Hickory Burger

How to make Sonic Hickory Burger Recipe - Burgers come in all shapes and sizes. If this is one that you crave and there is no Sonic near you, pull out this recipe and a frying pan.

SERVES 1

Ingredients:
¼ pound ground beef
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 large plain white hamburger bun
1 tablespoon Kraft Hickory Barbecue Sauce
1 tablespoon chopped white onion
1/3 cup chopped lettuce

Method:
Preheat a skillet to medium heat.

Shape the ground beef into a patty. Season with salt and pepper.

Melt the butter in the skillet. Lightly brown the bun. Remove and set aside.

In the same skillet, grill beef 3–4 minutes per side, until done.

Build the burger from the bottom by adding the barbecue sauce, onion, lettuce, burger, and then top bun.

Sonic Fritos Chili Cheese Wraps

How to make Sonic Fritos Chili Cheese Wraps Recipe - This restaurant copycat recipe provides a crunch in your sandwich. Feel free to add or substitute items in the ingredients to match your tastes.

SERVES 4

Ingredients:
1 (19-ounce) can mild chili
3 cups Fritos corn chips
4 flour tortillas
1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
¼ cup diced green onions

Method:
In a small saucepan, cook the chili on medium-high heat until bubbling. Remove from the stove.

Mix the Fritos in with the chili.

Place ¼ of the chili mixture down the middle of each tortilla.

Sprinkle ¼ cup of cheese on top of the chili. Add the diced onions to taste.

Fold into a burrito.

Microwave for 15–20 seconds to melt the cheese.

Mrs. Fields Chocolate Chip Cookies

How to make Mrs. Fields Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe - This popular mall cookie started from scratch in a home kitchen and spread across the nation. You can create it at home with simple ingredients.

YIELDS 30 COOKIES

Ingredients:
1 cup softened butter
½ cup granulated sugar
1½ cups firmly packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2½ teaspoons vanilla
2½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ (18-ounce) bag semisweet chocolate chips

Method:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla.

In another bowl, mix together the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.

Combine the wet and dry ingredients.

Stir in chocolate chips.

Make golf ball-sized dough portions and place 2" apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake 9–10 minutes, or until edges are light brown.