So who doesn’t love a rich creamy cheesecake?  Then add in chocolate chip cookie dough into this mixture?  Kids and Adults alike will enjoy this dessert that can bring back the magic of sneaking some cookie dough, while enjoying cheesecake. 
2 Tbsp. Margarine
2 1/2 C. Chocolate cookie crumbs
2 lbs. Cream cheese – softened
1 C. Sugar
4 [...]

 
While this menu item may no longer be on their menu, you can still enjoy this favorite at home.  This is a way to do up brownies that will satisfy your craving for a banana split as well as wanting gooey brownies.
1 package Brownie mix
1 env. Whipped Topping mix
1/2 C. Milk
1 pkg. instant banana/chocolate/strawberry pudding
1 [...]

Olive Garden has done so many wonderful desserts over the years, you can enjoy this seasonal favorite anytime.  Another great dessert by Olive Garden.
RASPBERRY MOUSSE
1 1/2 tsp. Gelatin
1 1/2 Tbsp. Cold water
1/2 C. Raspberry preserves
2 Tbsp. Sugar
1 C. Heavy whipping cream
FILLING
1 lb. Cream cheese – softened
1/2 C. Sugar
2 Eggs
1/2 tsp. Vanilla
1 9″ chocolate crumb crust [...]

This is a tasty treat.

This is Olive Garden’s famous low fat dessert. You can enjoy this one at home.

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert.  Espresso, chocolate, and mascarpone cheese makes for a delightful and uplifting dessert.
1 sponge cake –(10 to 12 inches and about 3″ tall)
3 oz. strong black coffee
3 oz. brandy or rum
1 1/2 lbs. cream cheese or mascarpone (my pick) — room temperature
1 1/2 C. superfine/powdered sugar
unsweetened cocoa

Cut across middle of [...]

Quick and easy to make, this creamed based sauce is enhanced by bacon.  It is a lot like Alfredo Sauce, but with an extra kick.
1/4 C. flour
1/4 C. butter
1 qt. milk
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
24 slices bacon, extra thick
1/4 C. olive oil
3 C. mushrooms, sliced
6 Tbsp. scallions, finely minced
1 lb. spaghetti, uncooked
2 tsp. fresh parsley, [...]

This meatless dish can be made ahead of time, and be reheated later.  The five cheese make for a hearty dinner.
CREAM SAUCE:
1/4 C. Butter
1/4 C. Flour
2 C. Milk
CHEESE FILLING:
1/4 C. Sun-dried tomatoes — oil Packed — minced
1 tablespoon Fresh garlic — minced
3 1/2 C. Ricotta cheese
3 Eggs
1 C. Grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 C. Grated Romano cheese
1/2 [...]

Pasta and shrimp served in a basil butter sauce is not only easy to make, but it tastes great.  You can have dinner done in minutes with this recipe.
2 ounces Fresh basil leaves (about — 2 bunches
10 ounces Butter — softened (2-1/2 cubes)
1 tsp. Garlic — minced
1/4 tsp. Salt
1/8 tsp. Black pepper
3 Tbsp. Grated Parmesan [...]

This is a spinach and mushroom based lasagna.  You can either do this one with a marina or even an Alfredo sauce.
1 lb. Fresh spinach
1 lb. Fresh mushrooms — chop coarse
1 C. Onion — chopped 
2 loves  Garlic — mined
2 Tbsp. Olive oil
3 C. Ricotta cheese
1 2/3 C. Parmesan cheese — divide
1 Egg
1/2 tsp. Salt
1/2 tsp. [...]

This has not been on their menu for a long time. Try this sauce for a wonderful change with pasta.

Pizza made at home can’t be beat.  This sauceless pizza tastes wonderfully fresh with basil, chicken, onions, mushrooms, and a variety of Italian cheeses.
4 oz. Chicken Breast boneless, skinless
1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
2 Tbsp. diced Onions
1 C. Tomatoes, diced and drained
1 tsp. chopped Garlic
1/8 tsp. Salt
1/2 tsp. Dried Basil
1/2 C. Fontinella Cheese – shredded
1/2 C. Mozzarella [...]

This version of the Olive Garden Capellini Pomodoro is the one originally posted on the Olive Garden website.  We have noticed that sometimes these aren’t quite the versions that are made in the restaurant.
8 Medium Tomatoes
11 Basil leaves, fresh chopped
14 oz Dry Capellini pasta
2 1/2 cloves Garlic, minced
6 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt and freshly [...]

Looking for a light pasta dish made with fresh ingredients? This dish can be cooked up in the time it takes to cook the pasta.

Another take on the classic dish from the Olive Garden.