Tailgating Recipes

These tailgating recipes are tops, whether you’re partying in the parking lot or at home. We have game day covered, with appetizers, desserts and more tailgate ideas to win over the crowd.

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    Pine Nut and Basil Guacamole

    Guacamole is typically a Mexican dish, but that doesn’t mean you can't try to make it with other global flavors....


    Pomegranate Guacamole with Feta Cheese

    Want to add a little festive flair to your dip? Try this pomegranate guacamole. Since the cheese is so briny,...


    Bacon Guacamole with Cotija Cheese

    Take your game-day snack to a new level with this bacon guacamole. The bacon adds crisp, rich texture, while the...


    Black Bean and Corn Guacamole

    1 Reviews

    Head to any Mexican restaurant and we guarantee you’ll see this combo on the menu. The bright colors and contrasting...


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    Chicken Souvlaki

    2 Reviews

    Loads of lemon and garlic give this easy chicken souvlaki a punch. Pair it with pita and tzatziki for a...


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    Obatzda

    2 Reviews

    You don't need to wait for Oktoberfest to enjoy a big bowl of Obatzda, the German beer cheese dip. Have...


    Florida BBQ Sauce

    Growing up in Texas, I got used to a certain type of BBQ. After I moved to Florida, I loved...


    Nashville BBQ Sauce

    This Nashville BBQ sauce is vinegar-forward with smoky undertones. Use it on your favorite grilled or smoked meats. —Taste of...

    Sweet Hoosier Dog Sauce

    1 Reviews

    In our area of Indiana, we love sweet coney sauce on our hot dogs! Our town still has an old...


    Magic Brownie Bars

    1 Reviews

    When I was a kid, one of my all-time favorite treats was magic cookie bars. This recipe combines all the...


    Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliders

    3 Reviews

    Sandwiches are my favorite food, so I’m always searching for new ideas. I like sloppy joes and wondered if I...


    PB&J Bites

    These PB&J bites are fun to make and fun to eat! For a change of pace, replace the jam with...


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    Smash Burger

    10 Reviews

    In this smash burger recipe, each patty gets delightfully crispy edges cooking in a cast-iron skillet. Add a slice of...


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    Puppy Chow

    2 Reviews

    Our puppy chow recipe doesn't skimp on chocolate, peanut butter or sugar.


    Devil’s Food Snack Cake

    5 Reviews

    My husband and his friends request this devil's food snack cake for camping trips because it’s easy to transport. That...


    13 March Madness Party Ideas—Plus Games to Keep Your Guests Entertained

    Kick off March Madness with the second most important event of the year: your party!


    Air Fryer Tortellini with Prosciutto

    1 Reviews

    This recipe is my take on Italian street food, and these tortellini are crunchy and gooey. Use the best-quality tomatoes...

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    39 Appetizers for Your March Madness Watch Party

    Serve these recipes for snacks, dips and appetizers at your March Madness party and guests will be hoping for overtime.


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    Meatballs

    19 Reviews

    Our baked meatball recipe shows you how to whip up this delicious comfort food quickly and easily.


    Grilled Tuna Salad

    1 Reviews

    I love serving this tuna spinach salad! Tuna steaks are quick to cook and delicious, and although they’re pretty inexpensive,...


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    Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches

    4 Reviews

    Freezer breakfast sandwiches are hearty and filling, and they reheat in a snap when you're hungry. These sandwiches will transform...


    Margarita Cake

    7 Reviews

    This margarita cake is made with cake mix, margarita mix, pudding mix and lime juice, topped with a zesty glaze,...


    French Butter Cookies

    The key ingredient to these crispy, perfectly crumbly French butter cookies is rich European-style butter.

    Gourmet Burgers with Sun-Dried Tomato

    This recipe brings together many of the flavors my family enjoys, complete with a surprise in the center of each...


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    Apple Slaw

    19 Reviews

    Creamy, crunchy, crispy and refreshing—this apple slaw may just be the perfect coleslaw!


    Savory Cracker Snack Mix

    12 Reviews

    After trying a snack mix with the flavors of my favorite Everything bagel seasoning, a friend suggested I make it...


    Bratwurst Burgers with Braised Onions

    3 Reviews

    This burger is a fun mashup of a bratwurst with onion and peppers, chicken-fried steak and a beef burger. The...


    Buffalo Chicken Crescent Rolls

    4 Reviews

    My husband loves Buffalo wings, but they are so messy! These Buffalo chicken rolls are mess-free and always go fast...


    8 Tailgating Ideas (That Aren’t Drinking Beer)

    Sure, you could pass the pigskin in the parking lot, but these easy tailgating ideas will make pregaming so much...