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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    Pina Colada Dip

    3 reviews

    If you like pina coladas, you've gotta try this fluffy fruit dip. Scooped up with a slice of fresh pineapple,...


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    Chicken Parm Sliders

    27 reviews

    These chicken parm sliders are just the thing for the big game, or the big party, or regular ol' dinner!...


    Root Beer Pulled Pork Nachos

    5 reviews

    I count on my slow cooker to do the honors when I have a house full of summer guests. Teenagers...


    Zucchini Pizza Bites

    7 reviews

    Zucchini pizza bites are the ideal low-carb snack when the pizza craving strikes, or the delicious way to get more...


    Pressure Cooker Hoisin Meatballs

    2 reviews

    I love the start of fall because that means it's football season! Meatballs are filling and hearty and great for...


    Instant Pot Brisket

    4 reviews

    A simple dry rub and beer come together to create a flavorful, mouthwateringly tender Instant Pot brisket. The cooking juices...


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    Cauliflower Breadsticks

    3 reviews

    These cheesy cauliflower breadsticks are made with vegetables rather than grains but deliver all the savory, garlicky goodness of classic...


    Soba Noodle Salad

    12 reviews

    Nutty soba noodles, an umami-rich soy sauce-based dressing, and a rainbow of sweet, crunchy vegetables make this chilled salad satisfying...

    Honey and Ale Pulled Chicken Sliders

    4 reviews

    Score big with your guests with a little bit of sweet heat! This recipe works well for a football party—the...


    Fruity Cereal Bars

    2 reviews

    With dried apples and cranberries, these crispy cereal bars are perfect for snacks or brown-bag lunches. —Giovanna Kranenberg, Cambridge, Minnesota


    Turkey Pinwheels

    6 reviews

    These turkey pinwheels are the perfect snack or appetizer to kick off dinner.


    Honey-Bourbon Hot Chocolate

    My husband and I like to enjoy this grown-up version of hot chocolate on a cold winter evening. It's even...


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    Jalapeno Cornbread Filled with Blueberry Quick Jam

    4 reviews

    Fresh jalapenos and blueberry quick jam make the perfect blend of sweet and spicy in this special cornbread. Once you...


    Jimmy’s Bang Bang Chicken Sliders

    8 reviews

    I simmer chicken thighs in a spicy-sweet sauce, shred them and then pile 'em high on pretzel buns to create...


    Nut Butter Cups

    1 review

    My indulgent, nutty treat is simple to make and looks fabulous. At our house, we use all-natural ingredients for them....


    M&M Pretzel Cookies

    3 reviews

    Kids and grown-ups alike adore these sweet and crunchy no-bake cookies. Add more candy for lovers of M&M's, or toss...


    Easy Mexican Brownies

    4 reviews

    This easy Mexican brownie recipe comes together quickly enough for dessert anytime because it uses a box mix. Cleanup is...

    Fried Chicken Wings

    1 review

    Only salt and the right frying oil is needed for juicy, crispy-skinned fried chicken wings. Pair the wings with any...


    Pressure Cooker Hearty Pork & Black Bean Nachos

    2 reviews

    My husband and I are both graduate students right now, so we don't have a lot of time to cook...


    Sparkling Peach Punch

    I sampled this refreshing punch at my company's open house. Normally I don't like punch because it's too sweet —but...


    Coconut Cashew Crunch

    4 reviews

    The crunch is always a hit for Christmas snacking. It’s one of my husband’s favorites—and he says he doesn’t like...


    Creamy Crab Toast Cups

    Seafood lovers are sure to enjoy these golden brown toasts filled with a creamy crab sauce. Using a muffin pan...


    Sweet ‘n’ Sour Appetizer Meatballs

    2 reviews

    Since a friend shared this recipe with me several years ago, I've fixed it many times. The tangy meatballs also...

    Sugar ‘n’ Spice Nuts

    5 reviews

    To tell the truth, I can't recall where this recipe came from. It's been a regular in my holiday baking,...


    Passover Macaroons

    5 reviews

    These easy coconut macaroons from Herbert Borland of Des Moines, Washington are lightly crisp on the outside and chewy on...