I wanted to share a new addition to our Mother’s Day Gift Guide 25: The Everything Restaurant Copycat Recipes Cookbook by Kelly Jaggers. Inside this post is my affiliate links. If you click on the links and make a purchase I will make a small percentage from the products you purchase.
Even though Charlie isn’t taking a Cooking Class now that he has finished #Homeschooling. Charlie still likes to experiment in the kitchen recreating restaurants recipes. One of our favorite recipes to make is Chedder’s Cookie Monster. Would you want to join us for a Cookie Monster this evening?
I was excited to find out the cookbook has some of our favorite restaurants inside it including my favorite Apple Bee’s. Charlie’s favorite Olive Garden and our families favorite Outback with the Bloomin Onion. Doesn’t that sound good?
This book is part of the “everything Series” you can read these books cover to cover or pick out the information your interested in. There is 4 boxes to help you choose what to read: question, fact, alert and essential which reminded me of “who, what, when and wear when writing a article.
I love how the Author shows us how to create a restaurant experience at home. Showing us what utensils we need and how to stock the pantry. The first section was David’s favorite because it covers breakfast and brunch. I can’t wait to make Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls for my family. Would you want to help and we can make Cinnamon Rolls for your family as well.
Chapter 3 is Appetizers and Snacks. I know David and Charlie will be excited to learn how to make Buffalo Wild Wings Traditional Wings which I will pass on. What about you? I will have Chili’s Texas Fries. Would you want some? –
Chapter 4 is Soup and Salad and I can’t wait to dive into this section of the book. plan on surprising Charlie and David with Olive Garden’s Chicken and Gnocchi Soup. Would you want some? It’s slap o mama good.
I can’t wait to make Olive Gardens House Salad and Chili’s Chicken Enchilada Soup. If it isn’t to spicy would you want to join me for a bowl or two of the Chicken Enchilada Soup? David and Charlie don’t know what’s good and they will not eat Chicken Enchilada Soup. That’s okay it leaves more for us.
Next is Sandwich’s and Burgers food my family loves. What about you? Oh man, oh man now I can make Mc Donald’s Filet-O-Fish for me and Charlie. I am one happy camper. For Charlie and David I can make them Popeye’s Chicken Sandwich.
Chapter 6 is Beef, Chicken, and Pork Entress. Which is your favorite. Beef is mine. David likes Pork and anyone who knows Charlie knows he prefers Chicken. He is the smart one in the bunch because its healthier.
OMG I am having Taco Bells Mexican Pizza for lunch. Would you want to join me? David and Charlie can have Pizza Huts Original Stuffed Crust Pizza. Would you want to join the? Or would you want to have Popeyes Signature Chicken Charlie is going to want to try.
Next is Seafood and Vegetarian Options and there is a recipe for Long John Silver’s Fish I love. Do you like Long John Silver’s Fish? Did it surprise you I found a recipe in the Seafood and Vegetarian section. It surprised David and Charlie.
Now it’s time for Chapter 8 Pasta and Noodle Entrees. I think we will try Pizza Hut Oven-Baked Italian Meats Pasta. Would you want to join us for dinner? Or we can have Buc di Beppo Lasagna which I’ve never eaten here. Have you?
Chapter 9 is Sides. Again I am beyond excited because there is a recipe for Bob Evans Bread & Celery Dressing I can’t wait to try this out. I just hope its as good as my dad’s Dressing ie Stuffing. Do you like Bread Dressing or Cornbread Dressing and why?
For David for his Birthday or our Anniversary or Father’s Day I want Charlie to help me make Popeyes Red Beans & Rice. I can’t eat this meal because it’s Spicy. Would you want to join David for dinner? I don’t think Charlie will eat Red Beans and Rice. My sister used to but can’t now.
Now were on Chapter 10 desserts. I think we should make The Cheesecake Factory’s Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake for David and his dad. For Charlie I will make Chili’s Molten Cake and for myself I will make Subways White Chip Macadamia Nut Cookies I will have to hide from David and Charlie.
Last but not least is drinks. They even had Sonic’s Cherry Limeade for David. For Charlie I will make Dunkin Donuts Ice Coffee. Would you like a glass of Iced Coffee with Charlie which I will pass on. I will stick to my Sweet Tea.
In the back of the book is a chart for standard US/Metric Measurement Conversions which we can use in other recipes as well as the ones in the book. Just make sure when you check out The Everything® Restaurant Copycat Recipes Cookbook by Kelly Jaggers (Adams Media; March 18, 2025)your not hungry because you will end up starving looking at all the illustrations.
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Learn to re-create IHOP’s fluffy Original Buttermilk Pancakes to Olive Garden’s famous Breadsticks, In-N-Out’s Double-Double Burger, Pizza Hut’s Stuffed Crust Pizza, and even Crumbl’s beloved Pink Sugar Cookie!
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It’s your ultimate ticket to recreating the most crave-worthy restaurant dishes right in your own kitchen.
BRING THE BEST RESTAURANT FLAVORS HOME FOR A FRACTION OF THE COST!
200 Fast, Foolproof Recipes, Budget Friendly and Packed With The Secrets Behind Your Favorite Meals
Dining out just got a whole lot cheaper—and even more delicious! The Everything® Restaurant Copycat Recipes Cookbook by Kelly Jaggers (Adams Media; is your ultimate ticket to recreating the most crave-worthy restaurant dishes right in your own kitchen. Time to get cooking.
With 200 fast, foolproof recipes, this cookbook unlocks the secrets behind your favorite meals, from IHOP’s fluffy Original Buttermilk Pancakes to Olive Garden’s famous Breadsticks, In-N-Out’s Double-Double Burger, Pizza Hut’s Stuffed Crust Pizza, and even Crumbl’s beloved Pink Sugar Cookie!
With restaurant prices soaring, eating out has become an occasional splurge rather than an everyday treat. But why settle for fewer indulgences when you can whip up your go-to meals at home—for less? This cookbook is packed with budget-friendly versions of popular dishes, so you can enjoy the flavors you love without the hefty price tag.
More than just savings, this book is about convenience, customization, and creativity. Want a healthier spin on McDonald’s Breakfast Burritos? A gluten-free take on Chipotle’s Cilantro Lime Rice? With easy-to-follow recipes and ingredient swaps, you can tailor every dish to your dietary needs—without sacrificing flavor.
From appetizers to desserts, drinks to full-course meals, this book brings the restaurant experience to your dinner table with more variety, fun, and savings than ever. Say goodbye to expensive takeout and hello to five-star flavors from the comfort of home!
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About the Author: Kelly Jaggers
A cookbook author, recipe developer, food photographer, food stylist, and founder of the recipe blog Evil Shenanigans. She is the author of 12 cookbooks including The Everything® Easy Instant Pot Cookbook, The Ultimate Baking for One Cookbook, and The Ultimate Mediterranean Diet Cooking for One Cookbook.
Kelly is also a food stylist and photographer who has provided photography for various cookbooks and websites. When she is not busy cooking up a storm in her own kitchen, she teaches cooking classes and is a small event caterer. Kelly lives in Texas with her husband and two hound dogs.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
