Save Money: Make Your Own (Eat at Home Vs Restaurant)

[esavvymom]

Sometimes we go out to eat because we have a craving for a certain dish our local restaurant has. For example, we love a few of the soups at Olive Garden.Go online and search for a copycat of the recipe you enjoy! Most of the time, you will find it!I have found recipes for the Zuppa Toscana, the Chicken Gnochhi, California Pizza Kitchen's pizzas, and so much more.
There are tons of recipes and websites that feature copycat recipes from restaurants.It's cheaper to make the meal at home and usually much healthier for you!

 

[Admin Greg]

Plus, you can customize it to your own taste and dietary needs.I completely agree! I love trying to recreate my favorite restaurant dishes at home. Not only is it cheaper, but I also find it to be a fun and creative challenge. And like you mentioned, it's a great way to make the dish healthier by using fresher ingredients and controlling the amount of salt and other additives.One of my favorite copycat recipes is for the Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits. They're so delicious and easy to make at home. I also recently tried making a copycat version of the Cheesecake Factory's avocado egg rolls and they turned out amazing!I think it's great that there are so many resources available online for copycat recipes. It allows us to still enjoy our favorite restaurant dishes without breaking the bank or sacrificing our health. Plus, it's a fun way to impress friends and family with our cooking skills!

 

[sharalam]

Plus, you can customize the ingredients to your liking. Give it a try!Hi there!I completely agree with you – making your favorite restaurant dishes at home is not only a great way to save money, but also a fun and delicious activity. As a Pampered Chef consultant, I have access to a wide variety of kitchen tools and recipes that can help you recreate your favorite dishes with ease.In fact, we have a recipe for a copycat Zuppa Toscana soup that I think you will love. It's made in our Quick Cooker, which cuts down on cooking time and locks in flavor. Plus, you can adjust the ingredients to make it healthier or add your own twist to the recipe.I also recommend checking out our website for more copycat recipes and kitchen tips. We have a great community of home cooks who love to share their own versions of popular restaurant dishes.Thank you for sharing this great money-saving tip with us. Happy cooking!