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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    Cheesy, Spicy, Salty, Craveable Tailgate Recipes to Wash Down With a Beer

    Some foods just go hand-in-hand with tailgating. Like jalapeno poppers, nacho dip, spicy wings and Buffalo chicken everything. These super craveable tailgate recipes are the ones that disappear from the fold-away table in a flash.

    Jalapeno Popper Dip

    Here's a fantastic way to deliver all that blazing jalapeno popper taste without the work. Whenever I bring this jalapeno...


    Chocolate Chip Dip

    Is there a kid alive (or a kid at heart) who wouldn’t gobble up this chocolate chip dip with graham...


    Buffalo Chicken Dip

    This is the best buffalo chicken dip recipe! Whenever I bring buffalo dip to a tailgate or potluck, everyone asks...


    Beefy Taco Dip

    This taco dip is actually a combination of several different recipes I received from friends. I just experimented until I...

    Best-Ever Stuffed Mushrooms

    At party time, I bring out a platter of my easy stuffed mushrooms. I like to make mine with reduced-fat...


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    Apple Guacamole with White Onion

    There’s nothing wrong with keeping your guac on the simple side. Topping your bowl with chunks of fresh apple and...


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    Blue Cheese Guacamole with Toasted Almonds

    Blue cheese is a surefire way to add flavor to any dish. And toasted almonds are the perfect way to...


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    Jicama and Pineapple Guacamole

    If you’re a fan of chunky pineapple guacamole, then this combo is for you. Crunchy diced jicama and juicy fruit...


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    Cajun Shrimp Guacamole with Red Pepper

    Turn your snack into a mini meal with the addition of Cajun shrimp and red pepper. This shrimp guacamole has...

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    Radish and Mandarin Orange Guacamole

    Radishes are often overlooked as a mere salad garnish, but their bright, crisp flavor is a welcome addition to many...


    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

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


    Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliders

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


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    Easy Puppy Chow

    This easy puppy chow recipe uses a whole package of cereal, so there's less messy measuring. And it makes enough...

    Air Fryer Tortellini with Prosciutto

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


    French Butter Cookies

    The Brittany region of France is known for its use of butter. These French butter cookies, also known as sable...


    Buffalo Chicken Crescent Rolls

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


    Savory Cracker Snack Mix

    A Taste of Home recipe inspired this one! Because I love everything bagel seasoning, I decided to give this...


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    Cheesy Meatball Sliders

    These meatball sliders are a fun way to serve meatballs at your party without using a slow cooker. Made on...


    Chicken Parmesan Burgers

    A restaurant-quality burger that's topped with marinara and loaded with cheese—what's not to love? Fresh basil adds even more flavor....


    Summertime Watermelon Punch for a Crowd

    I attended a patio party years ago where the hostess had a clever watermelon “bowl” with a scalloped edge and...


    Thai Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

    I created this salad to replicate one I tried on a cruise several years ago. It goes over very well...


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    Pressure-Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef Wraps

    The first time I served these wrap sandwiches was at the party after my son’s baptism. Everyone liked them so...

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    Pressure-Cooker Beef and Veggie Sloppy Joes

    Because I’m always looking for ways to serve my family healthy and delicious food, I started experimenting with my go-to...


    Pressure-Cooker Cilantro-Lime Chicken with Scoops

    I came up with this recipe when I was preparing for a large party and wanted a healthy Tex-Mex chicken...


    Easy Taco Cups

    These zesty little cups rank high on my list of favorites because they combine three things I look for in...


    Michelada

    Like your drinks with a south-of-the-border vibe? Try this kicked-up beer cocktail that’s a zesty mix of Mexican lager, lime...


    Powered-Up Molasses Cookies

    These tender cookies are so soft and flavorful. You'd never guess they're also lower in fat! —Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin


    Skillet Chocolate Chunk Walnut Blondies

    Put these beauties out at a potluck and you’ll find only crumbs on your platter when it’s time to head...