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Who's ready for some tailgating food recipes? Whether you're going to a pro game or just watching your children play, it's always fun to have lots of tailgating food to munch on before, during, and after the game!
Appetizers are always my favorite foods. We've got some delicious recipes perfect for sharing! Pack up your gear, grab your friends and family and get ready for some football.
This is the season for some great laughs, amazing food, and sports! Scroll through these great tailgating foods and pick your favorites! We even have some fun themed desserts at the end!
The Recipes
27 Delicious Tailgating Food Recipes
Who's getting ready for some football? Yes, the game is important, but you must have delicious food and co*cktails! I've gathered some of my favorite recipes for tailgating food. Let me know your favorite!
Classic Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
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Whenever we talk about appetizers, the first food my family wants me to make is stuffed mushrooms! These are so good and you won't believe how easy they are to make!
Guinness Irish Beer Ribs
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This recipe for ribs made with Guinness is one of my most popular! It doesn't matter if I double or triple the recipe - when I take it to a party, they are GONE!
The Guinness glaze is so yummy. This will be one of your favorites, and it's the perfect party food.
Delicious Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites
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These are one of my favorite appetizers and they are SO easy to make. Keep these ingredients on hand and you'll always have a delicious appetizer to put on the table.
Easy Slow Cooker Chili
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I always love it when there's chili at a tailgate. Offer heatproof cups, spoons, and a basket of cornbread, and you're set!
As long as you keep the lid on tight on the way to the event, the chili should stay warm for quite some time. and of course, if you're at a friend's house, plug in your slow cooker to keep the chili warm.
Spicy Italian Beef Sandwich
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These little sandwiches will be a huge hit at your party, and they are so easy to bring if you're going somewhere else. The spice will go perfectly with a cold beer!
Vegan Hummus Recipe
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I had so much hummus in Jordan and never tired of it.
This authentic recipe is delicious, especially with the pomegranate seeds on top.
They aren't just a garnish. Add them in every bite and you'll see!
Red Pepper Dip ~ Muhammara
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This sweet and spicy dip is incredible! I knew when I had it at arestaurant in Amman,Jordan that I was going to have to learn how to make it. It's super easy!
Sweet and Sticky Chicken Drumsticks Recipe Baked
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One of my go-to sites for delicious food is Divine Lifestyle. You will love these sticky chicken legs!
3-Ingredient Crescent Sausage Bites
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Honestly, anything wrapped in a crescent roll is delicious, but sausage is the perfect filling. So good.
Meatball Sub on a Stick Recipe
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These are actually so easy to make and even easier to take along whether you're tailgating at home, at a friend's home, or at a stadium.
Pepperoni Pizza Dip
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Chrissy from The Taylor House has a cookbook out now, and her recipes are always amazing!
Peanutty Thai Curry Hummus
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This one is from my good friend Faith at An Edible Mosaic. Isn't it beautiful? And I can promise you will love it!
3 ingredient Black Bean Dip
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Black Bean Dip is another favorite every time I serve it. It's good with veggies and chips.
Inside Out Garlic Cheese Bites
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Garlic, cheese, and bread are the best combination! I would pair this with marinara for a perfect appetizer.
Apricot Glazed Steak Recipe
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If you're grilling, you've got the try this apricot glazed steak from my friend Chrysa at Thrifty Jinxy. I bet this glaze would be good on chicken, too!
How to make Deviled Eggs look like Footballs
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These deviled eggs would be perfect alongside the apricot glazed steak. Deviled eggs are one of my weaknesses.
Copycat Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce Recipe
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I do love Taco Bell, and quesadillas are so easy. Serve with a side of salsa!
Cuban Pork Belly Sliders
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Delicious Bacon Straws Appetizer
This is such a fun and tasty treat! Simply wrap bacon around breadsticks, add a little seasoning, and bake. You might want to double or triple the recipe as they will disappear fast!
Broiled Bacon Wrapped Scallops with Dipping Sauce
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Delicious scallops wrapped in bacon make the perfect finger food for game time!
Best Bruschetta Recipe
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Bruschetta is one of my favorite appetizers and it's so easy to make!
Bruschetta with Mozzarella
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Mozzarella takes this bruschetta to a whole new level! The flavors in this appetizer will blow your mind!
Crispy Oven Sweet Potato Fries
Everyone loves fries, and the seasoning and dip takes these up a notch! So delicious!
Game Day Snickers Cookies
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Don't forget dessert! These cookies are so delicious and so festive!
Baileys Chocolate Brittle Cake | Recipe
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How about a football cake made with Baileys? How fun is that?
Red Velvet Cake Balls Boozy Dessert
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And though we made theseBoozy Ballsfor Valentine's Day, you can use your team colors in chocolate! Wouldn't that be fun?
Another reason to love fall is that it's apple season! If you're ready to make some delicious autumn dishes, check out this long list of easy apple desserts.
Please feel free to share any tailgate recipes with us! I'd love to try your favorite!
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