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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    Slow-Cooker Strawberry Soda Cake

    1 review

    When you want a sweet cake without the heat of the oven, this slow-cooked strawberry spin
    on cola cake...


    Midnight Caribbean Pork Sandwiches

    1 review

    These easy sandwiches have nice depth of flavor—savory, sweet, piquant, subtle and sublime. They’re worth the wait. —Elizabeth Bennett, Mill...


    Spicy Honey Sriracha Game-Day Dip

    3 reviews

    You can easily whip up this creamy, spicy, salty dip. For parties, I love dips in the slow cooker—just turn...


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    41 Ballpark Copycat Recipes

    Take a crack at these grand-slam recipes inspired by your favorite ballpark snacks and treats. You've always got home-field advantage...


    Summertime Watermelon Punch for a Crowd

    1 review

    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

    3 reviews

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


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    Grilled Chicken Ranch Burgers

    16 reviews

    This is one of the most fantastic, flavorful burgers I've ever made. Ranch is a favorite in dips and dressings,...


    Lime and Garlic Grilled Pork Chops

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    These juicy chops are a sizzling good reason for the summer grill. The pork is so tender and with a...

    Apricot Fluff

    15 reviews

    When we were young mothers, I asked my best friend if she had a recipe for an easy ambrosia salad...


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    Brownie Fruit Pizza

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    This brownie fruit pizza layers a chewy chocolate crust with a creamy pudding topping, fresh berries, chopped nuts and a...


    Pressure-Cooker Beef and Veggie Sloppy Joes

    1 review

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


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    27 Chicken Wing Recipes That’ll Change Your Appetizer Spread

    From sweet and saucy to spicy and crispy, these finger-licking good chicken wing recipes are best served with a few...


    Sweet and Spicy Baked Beans

    11 reviews

    This recipe is a hit with guests and family. It's sweet, simple and delicious, and someone always asks for the...


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    Football Cake Pops

    My son loves football! For his eighth birthday, I made cake pops with a rich chocolate cake center and a...


    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...


    Taco Cups

    2 reviews

    Taco cups are a fun and versatile meal that brings the flavors of tacos into a convenient, handheld form. They're...


    Edamame Hummus

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    Change up your hummus game by swapping in soybeans for chickpeas. Edamame hummus is as good as traditional hummus as...

    21 Recipes with Tortilla Chips to Use Up a Bag

    From cheesy nachos and taco-flavored bakes to tender meat loaf, these easy recipes with tortilla chips will make that open...


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    How to Build a Super Bowl Snack Stadium for the Ultimate Game Day Spread

    Hosting a Super Bowl party? Show guests you're there to win! This Super Bowl snack stadium is stuffed with tasty...


    Mexican Pork

    2 reviews

    The first time I made this dish, it was a hit with everyone in my family, both young and old....


    Skillet Chocolate Chunk Walnut Blondies

    2 reviews

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


    Cinnamon-Spice Brownies

    1 review

    Gail Mehle of Rock Springs, Wyoming submitted the original recipe for these brownies with a secret ingredient: cinnamon. The spicy...


    Cheeseburger Dip

    1 review

    Our cozy, creamy, comforting cheeseburger dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer. A slow cooker keeps things simple for you!

    Thyme and Fig Goat Cheese Spread

    When I started growing herbs in my garden it took me a while to find a good way to use...


    29 Healthy Vegetarian Tailgate Appetizers for the Next Game Day

    Your health-conscious friends will thank you for these delicious vegetarian tailgate appetizers on game day.


    Spiced Apple Cider Jelly Shots

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    These spiced, spiked gelatin squares are sure to get the party started at fall get-togethers. If you’re going for the...


    47 Awesome Tailgate Desserts

    Show up with the best dessert in the parking lot. These awesome tailgate desserts are just as exciting as kickoff.


    24 Tailgate Snacks Made with Beer

    Have your beer and eat it, too, with cheesy dips, snappy brats, cozy breads and more tailgate food made with...


    51 Make-Ahead Tailgating Recipes That’ll Feed a Crowd

    Make game day a breeze with an easy tailgate food or two! These potluck apps and sides can be thrown...