7 College Football Game Day Recipes!
Down, set, hut… It’s officially football season! Whether you’re an avid football fan or just in it for the tailgates, I think we can all agree game day just isn’t complete without a spread of tasty game day bites. During football season I love hosting watch parties and gatherings at my home for a bit of pre-game camaraderie. When hosting I prefer to opt for menu items that are easily prepped, quick, and of course delicious! To kick off the season, I thought I’d share a few of my tried and true football season favorites! Whether you’re hosting a watch party or heading to the game, add these recipes to your game plan to become the MVP of game day!
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Game Day Blitz
Looking for a bit of tailgate fuel? The Game Day Blitz is my tried and true specialty cocktail for game day! Using just a few ingredients and a dropper of natural flower extract, this purple drink is the perfect game day treat! Another crowd-pleaser is my Perfectly Skinny Margarita!
Smoked Queso Dip
If you thought traditional queso was a fan favorite, allow me to introduce you to its younger and cooler little brother… Smoked Queso Dip! This mouth-watering recipe is prepared on the grill, providing a level of flavor that is impossible to beat! A game day must-try!
Guacamole & Black Bean and Corn Salsa
What’s a bowl of queso without salsa and guacamole to go with it?! Whether you opt for traditional salsa or a refreshing black bean and corn salsa, these recipes will have guests snacking the entire game!
Sirloin Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
Melted cheese, beef sirloin, and a hint of spice all wrapped into a bite-sized package… what more could you want?! These Jalapeño Poppers are the perfect game day snack!
Cheeseburger
There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned cheeseburger on game day. I especially love making and serving these for watch parties… There’s just something about grilling on game day that I just can’t resist! Prepare a ‘cheeseburger bar’ lined with toppings for ease and enhanced guest creativity! Pssst… Turkey Burgers are an equally delicious addition or alternative!
Beef Skewers
I serve these Beef Skewers during football season! You can serve as an appetizer or meal, and they’re such an easy, delicious, and protein-packed way to get ready for game day!
Oven-Baked Chili Cheese Dogs
Few things go together like hot dogs and college football. This Chili Cheese Dog recipe truly takes the stadium classic to a delicious next level… it’s guaranteed to be a fan favorite! Pssssst… you WILL need a fork!
Hosting Essentials
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