73 Easy Tailgating Food Ideas | Best Tailgating Recipes For Game Day - Food.com (2024)

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Touchdown Chili

"I've made this recipe twice and I love it! It's great as written, but I add red pepper flakes and a few dashes of Texas Pete for more heat."

-khhappy

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Party Ryes

"We just love these. They're great for football parties because, in my opinion, all game-day food should be finger food!"

-ICULUV2cook2

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Jalapeno Poppers

"Yum! These are great. We like making them on the grill."

-Jjarmer

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Grilled Buffalo Wings

"This will be our go-to wing recipe for the summertime. It's easy and fabulous."

-LifeIsGood

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Pigs in Blankets

"I made these for a football game and everyone enjoyed them. I loved the nice crispy crust."

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Grilled Corn

"This is a great way to grill corn if you don't have any foil on hand. The corn always tastes fantastic!"

-HokiesMom

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Loaded Reubens

"This was a really filling and delicious sandwich. It came out better than any famous deli or pub could make."

-*~Suzy~*

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Mini Pizzas

"I loved how quick and easy these were to put together! They make a nice addition to any football spread."

-Mama's Kitchen (Hope)

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Beer Brats

"This is an excellent way to cook brats! I used a good beer, so the onions and sauerkraut tasted delicious."

-CraftScout

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats

“I made these and got so many raves from my husband and son! They are delicious. I am making these for the hunting camp!”

-Jen10ike

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Frito Pie in a Bag

"This is such a quick, fun treat! It reminded me of when I used to live in Texas, where these are very popular."

-lazyme

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"Loved this recipe! I made it as written, using a combo of thighs and drumsticks. The flavor is awesome."

-Lvs2Cook

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Deli Melt Bites

"These were perfect for last night's football game. I stacked the crackers next to the cheese and meat so people could make their own."

-Andi of Longmeadow Farm

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Cheddar Ale Pub Spread

"This is quite possibly the perfect bar cheese! It had a nice spreadable texture and the nuts really enhanced the cheddar flavor."

-Sue Lau

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Easy cheese scones

“This is the best cheese scone recipe I have ever used! I doubled the recipe for a nice big batch of them. I’ve made this many, many times now, and it turns out perfect every time!”

-elsierossnz

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Oreo Football Cookie Balls

Rich, decadent, and worth every calorie!

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Taco Scoop Appetizers

"These were a big hit at my party! I made them exactly as directed and they were gone in a flash."

-MamaWags

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Cinnamon Rolls

"The dough was so easy to work with; it didn't stick to the work surface when rolling it up. I've made this a few times and each time it turns out gorgeous!”

-p.g.cher

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Whoopie Pies

"This is the way to make whoopie pies! Using marshmallow cream and butter instead of shortening makes them taste much better."

-mandagirl

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Barbecued Onion Relish

"This is a great topping for hot dogs or Italian sausages. This will definitely be a regular addition to our family barbecues."

-Franci

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Pimento Cheese Dip

"People go crazy when I make this dip! It tastes delicious with crackers and pretzels."

-JelliCelli

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Beef Kebabs

"We enjoyed these! The marinade was very easy to make, and the meat was flavorful and tender."

-Lvs2Cook

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"We were in the mood for something warm and filling, and this fit the bill. It was hearty with lots of flavor. The caraway seed was an inspired addition!"

-Chef Menel

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"Yum! This was delicious, and the lime dipping sauce was a great touch."

-Peter J

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Cheesy Potato Salad

"This may be the best potato salad I've ever had! I used very little sugar and I added chopped celery for extra crunch."

-Chef #1155527

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Hard Rock Guacamole

"This was a great party recipe! I allowed it to chill for several hours so all the flavors could meld."

-*Parsley*

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Sweet BBQ Meatballs

"These were outstanding! The thick sauce really clings to the meat. The combination of barbecue sauce and grape jelly was wonderful!"

-SydneyMike

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Awesome Cheesy Hot Crab Dip

“Excellent. Got rave reviews as the appetizer at Thanksgiving dinner!”

-mrsoul51

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Slow Cooker Chili

What better way to amp up a big game in the chilly-weather season than with a warm bowl of slow-cooker chili? I know, nothing!

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Barbecue Beef Brisket

"This was so good! It had just the right combination of sweet and tangy, and the meat was perfect.”

-Bonnie G 2

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Ranch Pasta Salad

"This was so flavorful and tasted even better the second day. It was a hit with my family and friends at the barbecue."

-heather in Ont,

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"This burger comes out so moist and flavorful. I substituted a little hot salsa for the relish, which worked out really well."

-Noo

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Deviled Eggs

"These go down so easily, you can't stop eating them! I've found they're best when eaten at room temperature."

-Dan'l

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Chocolate Cupcakes With Chocolate Frosting

"Absolutely delicious! The cupcakes themselves are light and moist with a richness running through them. Perfect crumb and texture.”

-GrumpyIrishLady

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Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

“I tried this and it was so good, and so easy to make. This was my first time ever trying my hand at a Gumbo!”

-Cajun Woman

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Classic Mimosa

"Yummy. My daughter was here for the weekend and this is her favorite drink!”

-lazyme

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Tommy Bahama's Blackened Cabo Fish Tacos

From tangy to creamy, and salty to seasoned, these tacos provide everything you'll ever want.

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Citrus Glazed Pork Belly

“Compliments to the chef was all I heard in return from all my guests that had the privilege of enjoying this delicious meal.”

-Ricardoh

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Beignets for Ze' Lay- Zay! (Lazy)

“My dad would make these for us when we were growing up. They are a very tasty treat, and a fun thing to make for the kids."

-Erindipity

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Grilled Parmesan Potatoes

"I loved the green onion with the cheese and seasonings. The potatoes cooked up perfectly in the foil without burning."

-Crafty Lady 13

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Cheddar Dip

"This dip really impressed me. I used the Worcestershire sauce option, which gave it a real depth of flavor."

-cookiedog

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BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

"I can't find the words to express how tender, juicy and absolutely fabulous these sandwiches were! We loved them!"

-Botpol

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Sugared Spiced Nuts

"I made a batch of these to munch on during the playoff games and they were all gone by halftime!"

-BonnieZ

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Ultimate Chocolate Chip Bars

"I found these delightfully simple to make, and the result was absolutely delicious — gooey, chocolatey and decadent!"

-hannahactually

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Buffalo Chicken Wraps

"Yummy! This is definitely going into my folder of top recipes. I didn't have chicken breasts, so I used chicken tenders."

-Teddy's Mommy

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Spinach Artichoke Dip

"Five stars for a combination of great taste and simplicity! I topped it with a little bit of grated parmesan, and served it with tortilla chips.”

-loof751

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Football Sunday Salsa

"This is a rich and delicious dip for chips! I used Rotel tomatoes with green chiles, which gave it the perfect amount of heat."

-loof

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"These were fantastic! I made them exactly as written, and served them over rice. They were a hit with my kids!"

-Sara 76

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Bacon Ranch Dip

"Whenever there's a potluck party among my friends, they always ask, 'Are you bringing that bacon dip?' It's definitely a favorite!"

-rickoholic83

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"This is a 10-star dip for sure! We finished the entire batch of dip in about 10 minutes.”

-TasteTester

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Beef Jerky

"I made this for my boyfriend, who's a jerky junkie, and he loved it! We couldn't believe how easy and mess-free it was to dehydrate in the oven."

-EdsGirlAngie

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Triple-Chocolate Beer Brownies

"Wow! I used both dark cocoa powder and dark chocolate chips, so mine were very rich, with a subtle stout flavor."

-FLKeysJen

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Garlic-Parmesan Buffalo Wings

"These turned out absolutely perfect — crisp on the outside and moist and juicy on the inside. The sauce was fabulous!"

-breezermom

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Pumpkin Cheese Praline Bars

“I made this for an open house and they turned out great! I love the crumb topping!”

-kstrating

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Golden Chicken Nuggets

“This recipe has the approval of my 4 picky eaters. I saved the leftovers and they ate them for lunch the next day. Also, my kids had a lot of fun helping me dip the chicken and making their own nuggets!”

-Noodle lovin flool

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"This was a lovely recipe that was a lot healthier than dips made with mayonnaise or sour cream. The beans make it creamy enough!"

-English_Rose

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Peanut Butter Fudge

“This recipe is so easy and the fudge is great. This will be my peanut butter fudge go-to recipe in the future.”

-Mountainbaby

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Simple Sausage Sliders

"I've made my share of burgers but never sliders. These were simple to make, delicious and gone in 60 seconds!"

-Just_Ducky!!

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Bacon Muffins

"I've been making bacon muffins for so long, and I've finally found the perfect recipe! I always add cheese to these."

-Elkaybee

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Auntie's Delicious Soft Pretzels, Amish Recipe

“Great recipe! Very soft. I throw all the ingredients in the bread maker for the dough cycle and bake it in the oven.”

-LuvMyBabies

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Houdini Burgers

"Delicious! I loved the combination of the coleslaw and the barbecue sauce."

-Bayhill

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Cowboy co*cktail

"I love Captain Morgan spiced rum, and this was a nice way to enjoy it in a cold drink!"

-breezermom

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Chex Mix

"I made this today and we ate the whole bowl! I will never go back to the store-bought kind again."

-Little Bee

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Crunchy Potato Cheese Balls

"These turned out absolutely great. The cheese melted perfectly. I served them with sour cream and some ketchup."

-William (Uncle Bill) Anatooskin

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Barbecued Chicken Bites

"The chicken came out so tender and juicy. These make a great entree, but they would also work as an appetizer."

-Crafty Lady 13

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"I took these to a potluck and everyone wanted the recipe. I even made them the night before!"

-herbsnflowers

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Foiled Hot Dogs

"Even people who don't normally like hot dogs enjoyed these. Plus, they were neat to eat, and cleanup was a breeze."

-Faithfull

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Mozzarella Puffs

"Yummy! There are a million ways you could use this recipe. Next time I might add some pepperoni."

-PatriotsGirl

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BBQ Baked Beans

"We loved the use of ground beef in these sweet beans. It gave them a hearty, chili-like texture."

-2Bleu

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Hot Lemon Rum Toddy

“I’ve made this countless times. This recipe is perfect! It is a big favorite at our house.”

-morgangeline

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Fruit Salad

"This was a big hit at the party; everyone just loved it. Very easy to make!”

-Mimi Blum

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Puppy Chow

These melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for the fall when entertaining, or just snacking by the fire.

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Long Island Iced Tea

“I love Long Island Iced Tea and this one is special cause it has a little bit of white creme de menthe. It adds a great taste!”

-Boomette