Game Day Eats

BuzzFeed came up with this article called  41 Tailgating Tips That Are Borderline Genius  and its pretty awesome.  I couldn't just read it and keep all the brilliant hacks to myself so below I am going to pull out five of the ones that I found genius. Learn how to pack a cooler. Don't laugh - most people pack it all wrong.  Label your food and your coolers! Nothing worse than having to going in to reach a nice cold beer to find yourself holding a hamburger patty.  Pack an empty container to take how all your dirty serving utensils in. Pack jumper cables! You do not want to come out on a high from that victory to be stuck in a parking lot late night miles from home. Use an empty laundry detergent dispenser as a hand washing station 41 Tailgating Tips That Are Borderline Genius

The Naco Bar is easy, fun, and super popular with everyone. It is a great idea for any party.  INGREDIENTS Nacho cheese ingredients- 2 pound box original velveeta cheese 1 cup mild La Victoria taco sauce 1 cup sour cream milk for thinning (OR buy a giant can of Nacho Cheese) Other ingredients- 2 large bags of tortilla chips 2 pounds ground beef, cooked and seasoned 1 jar salsa 3-4 tomatoes chopped 1 jar jalapeno slices 2 bunches of green onions, sliced 16 ounces sour cream 2-3 small cans of sliced black olives INSTRUCTIONS Cube the velveeta, put in slow cooker with 1 cup of sour cream, and 1 cup of taco sauce. Cook on high for 1½ to 2 hours, stir often. Add milk to thin. You don't want the cheese to be gloppy. I kept the cheese on high during the party, so the cheese would stay thinned out, stir often, and keep adding milk if the cheese thickens. Guacamole directions: Take 4 to 5 avocados, and mash with a fork and add ¼ ...

So I ask, what are two things most New Englanders love? If you said "beer" & "cheese", well then you're right. I am here to tell you how to mix those two amazing favorites into a delicious game day dip. And the best part is you only need 4 Ingredients ! Beer (use your favorite beer) Shredded Cheese Cream Cheese Rotel Diced Tomatoes Don't say you don't have time to bring anything to that tailgate party your friend is throwing. This dip takes a total of 15 minutes to make. And come on now, is worth every minute.  When your ready to dive head first into this cheesy pool of greatness follow the directions linked below. Cookie Rookie Recipes

On the Go Cups This recipe is perfect for standing around at a tailgate. You don't have to keep walking back to that table that is holding the pan of a delicious layered taco dip, you can just hold it in your hand! Tip: Buy plastic cups with a lid - makes traveling with them in the car a lot easier. You can find the recipe and instructions at the link above.

Holiday Twist for Game Day This new holiday game day favorite will make your house the MVP! Cook this recipe for family or friends and watch them forfeit to your cooking. The sliders have a sweet and savory taste that mend fantastic.

Cheesy Bacon Jalapeno Poppers This party favorite will disappear as soon as you serve them. Bring the best dish to the party with these cheesy bacon jalapeno poppers.  This reinvented recipe gives jalapeno poppers a twist and makes them extremely addicting.  Makes 36 poppers 18 fresh medium-sized jalapenos 1 – 8 oz cream cheese 1/2 cup shredded cheddar 2 green onions, sliced thin 18 slices bacon, cut into halves 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder gloves toothpicks Step 1:  Preheat oven to 325. Wash peppers and remove ends. Step 2:  Wearing gloves, cut peppers in half lengthwise. Remove seeds and white part in the middle. Step 3:  In medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, shredded cheese, green onion, garlic powder and onion powder. Step 4:  Fill peppers with cheese mixture. Step 5:  Wrap bacon around jalapeno (not too tight) and secure with toothpick if desired. Step 6:  Cook jalapeno popper...

Bacon Mac and Cheese Bites Prep Time 15   mins Cook Time 15   mins Total Time 30   mins Course:   Appetizer Servings : 12 Author :  The Gunny Sack Ingredients 12   slices   precooked bacon 2 1/2   cups   of prepared macaroni and cheese 1/4   cup   Italian Panko breadcrumbs Instructions Line a greased muffin pan with slices of precooked bacon. Divide the macaroni and cheese between the cups in the muffin pan. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Allow the bacon mac and cheese cups to set and cool a bit in the pan before removing them. https://www.thegunnysack.com/bacon-mac-and-cheese-bites/ 

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Decorate balloons for the big game! Try some DIY football inspired balloons. The only materials you will need are latex balloons, balloon helium tank, and a white paint marker or chalk. You can draw x's, o's, and arrows to create your own football plays. Draw your favorite phrases, cheers, numbers, and last names. It is recommended to let the white pen dry, then re-apply. Let us know if this was a hit in your family😉 Game Night Activities

Sliders are a popular food you'll find at both outdoor and indoor football parties. What I love about sliders are the many different ways you can make them. I can honestly say I've never had a bad slider. There are sliders with ground beef, chicken, steak, cold cuts, veggies. You name it, it can go on a slider. What You Need: Slider buns (plain, sesame seed, wheat) Meat (ground beef, chicken, pulled pork, steak, cold cuts) Toppings (peppers, onions, pickles, cheese, sauces) My Favorite Pinterest Recipes:                    Pulled Pork Slider          Bacon Cheeseburger Slider         Buffalo Chicken Slider And more on our "Sliding into the End Zone" Board on Pinterest!  https://www.pinterest.com/laurencampo002/sliding-into-the-end-zone/

There's nothing that reminds me more of fall than tailgates & warm apple cider. To have the best tailgate experience, you must combine these two making the ultimate tailgate known to man. APPLE PIE JELLO SHOTS. These smooth,sweet shots will add the perfect spice to any tailgate. There is no better way to fight the cold, than by warming up with these yummy shots! Ingredients 1   cup  water 2   cups  apple cider 2   envelopes  unflavored gelatin 1   cup  cinnamon whisky  (Fireball) 1 / 2   cup  apples  (Crown Royal) https://www.yummly.com/recipe/Apple-Pie-Jello-Shots-1861170

At a tailgate some of the best noises to hear are burgers sizzling on the grill, beer bottles cracking open, and waves of laughter. The one missing noise from this perfect equation is music! Now you can't just play any song. Songs are what create the overall vibe, they bring fuel to the party. You are sure to get called out if you mix in the wrong song. A good mix includes current popular songs as well as iconic throwbacks. Here's 10 songs that will excite any group of tailgaters: All I Do Is Win - DJ Khaled Don't Stop Believin' - Journey Born in the U.S.A - Bruce Springsteen September - Earth, Wind & Fire Take Me Home Tonight - Eddie Money Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond Red Solo Cup - Toby Keith This Is Our House - Bon Jovi Valerie - Amy Winehouse Mo Money Mo Problems - The Notorious Big If nobody's dancing then you need new friends.

Football fans, do not light yourselves on fire! As we approach playoffs, it is time to set our priorities straight. Here in New England we win games. We do not act like one of these peasant you see above wearing Buffalo Bills' jerseys. The Patriots have a long tradition of demolishing their opponents while keeping a high standard of behavior. So what we do instead of lighting ourselves on fire is: cook some great tailgate food, and enjoy watching the greatest quarterback of all time play (long live Brady). Here are a few very delicious recipes you should make for this weekend's game against the Raiders: Walking Tacos! Cookies & Cream Cheese Ball Recipe Beef Kebab

Ingredients:  6 hard boiled eggs 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon dried mustard 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt pinch of pepper green onions How to Prepare: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let stand for about 15 minutes.  Pour off the hot water and rapidly cool eggs by running them under cold water (or place in ice water) until completely cooled.  Peel the eggs and cut them in half, and place the yolks in a bowl. Reserve the whites on a serving tray. Mix the mayonnaise, dried mustard, lemon juice, salt and pepper into the yolks. Spoon about 1 tablespoon into each egg white half. Add thinly sliced green onion to resemble the stitching on a football. Refrigerate until serving. Football Deviled Eggs

It's finally the day all football fans have been waiting for. The Super Bowl!!! While you may not be one for watching the game, planning the party is your cup of tea. Everything is set from the finger food entrees to cupcake desserts but you forget one thing that every super bowl party requires... the dip! This recipe is not only super yummy but very quick and easy to make. So don't sweat if you forgot the dip, because this recipe will have all your guests drooling in no time! INGREDIENTS 1 lb pepperjack cheese 8 oz full-fat cream cheese ½ cup full-fat sour cream 1 10oz can original Rotel tomatoes & green chilies, drained ¾ cup whole milk (if needed) *optional* 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp chili powder http://www.thebakingfairy.net/2016/02/5-ingredient-white-queso/

Hey guys, you want to make football night even more fun? Well, try these decor ideas to show support for your favorite team! Football  utensil holders  Game day mason jar mugs  Penalty flag napkins https://www.pinterest.com/pin/Ab3DacGklV6nEOxSYadnuoSiF7DsU5Y6RjLRvXdxMUkgcFeXiw0VMSM/

One of the easiest and tastiest treats you can pack for your tailgate party! All you need is 3 ingredients!      - Pretzel Snaps      - Rollo Chocolate      - M&M Chocolate Instructions Place pretzel snaps on a lined or nonstick baking sheet. Put one Rollo on each pretzel snap. Place baking sheet in a 300 degree oven for 2-3 minutes. You want the rollo to be melted enough so that you can press an M&M into it.  Once you remove your pretzel bites from the oven, you want to gently push one M&M to each Rollo.  Place pretzel bites in the fridge until your ready to serve!

Murica! Yes, beef on a stick is incorporates what we love about America. Easy to handle, delicious, and possibly a self defense weapon... Do not waste time with plates, utensils, and napkins. Learn how to make the perfect beef kebab. What cut of meat should you pick? Do not be deceived! Bottom Sirloin is unarguably the best cut available for making kebabs. Bottom Sirloin is perfect because it is one of the most tender meats, and it has the ideal consistency. Bottom Sirloin is not as rough as Top Sirloin, and not as soft as Flank. This makes the meat sit steady on the wooden stick, but it also slides off easily after each bite. What is the Best Way to Grill? Make sure to completely cover the meat with rock salt.  No, it will not taste too salty. Covering the entire meat with rock salt is one grilling technique for those who love juicy and tender tasting meats. You are supposed to cover the entire meat with salt because the fire will caramelize the salt once ...