Save Money With CopyCat Olive Garden Recipes

Most people have saving money on their minds these days, simply because of the rising fuel prices. Many of us have had to cut back on our "luxuries" like eating out. That is one way to save money, but how about the problem of not being able to have our favorite dishes? We could save a ton of money by making these secret recipes of our favorite restaurants!

Not only can we save money by not driving to and from the restaurants, but we can also save money by not paying the marked up prices for the dishes themselves, not to mention the tip for the server!

I have a little teaser secret recipe here for you:

Copycat Applebee's Garlic Mashed Potatoes

32 ounces red potatoes
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons butter
salt and black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup garlic cloves

1. Place a single layer of garlic cloves on a sheet of aluminum foil and wrap tightly.
2. Roast in 400 degrees F preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until soft.
3. Unwrap and let cool.
4. Peel cloves and set aside until the potatoes are ready.
5. Wash and rinse potatoes under cold water.
6. In large pot, bring red potatoes to a slow boil for about 20 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and drain in colander.
8. In pan or bowl, combine potatoes, peeled and roasted garlic cloves, and all other ingredients and mash with a potato masher.
9. Keep warm until you serve.
8 servings

This secret recipe is one of my favorites! Anything with garlic usually is though! I'm sure there are other scrumptious, mouth watering secret recipes you would love to get your hands on!
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