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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    Hazelnut Hot Chocolate

    1 review

    Vanilla beans and a hazelnut liqueur like Frangelico lend a sophisticated flavor to this hot chocolate. With such rich taste,...


    Sausage Squash Kabobs

    1 review

    Expect a crowd to gather around the grill when these flavorful kabobs are cooking. The zesty honey-mustard glaze gives a...


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    Macaroni Salad Recipe

    41 reviews

    You'll swear off the stuff from the deli case after making this macaroni salad recipe. It's a light, creamy version...


    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


    Focaccia Sandwiches

    1 review

    Slices of this pretty sandwich make any casual get-together more special. Add or change ingredients to your taste. —Peggy Woodward,...


    Cider Wassail

    9 reviews

    A non-alchoholic version of the classic holiday beverage, this wassail recipe has an apple cider base with tangy notes of...


    Cabbage Salad

    4 reviews

    Bookmark this easy cabbage salad recipe, and you'll have a go-to side dish for almost any meal. Taco night? Yep....


    Calico Beans

    25 reviews

    Calico beans are an elevated, meaty version of baked beans. Three types of beans bake with savory ground beef and...

    Cinnamon Pecan Bars

    25 reviews

    I'm a special education teacher and we bake these bars in my life skills class. It 's an easy recipe...


    Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

    11 reviews

    My secret to these rich no-bake bites? Pretzels in the crust. They add a salty crunch to the classic peanut...


    Striped Icebox Cookies

    8 reviews

    I've been using this recipe ever since I was a little girl. I like it because it's easier than making...


    Golden M&M’s Bars

    16 reviews

    Our family loves to take drives, and I often bring these M&M cookie bars along for snacking in the car....


    Caramel Corn

    34 reviews

    Learning how to make a caramel corn recipe is surprisingly easy! Follow our step-by-step guide for perfect kernels.


    Avocado Salsa

    27 reviews

    This avocado salsa is smooth, cool and downright refreshing. Scoop it with chips, spoon it over chicken or steak—or just...


    Oatmeal Cherry Cookies

    11 reviews

    These oatmeal cherry cookies will become your new favorite thanks to their chewy texture and the pops of cherry and...


    Spicy Shrimp Salsa

    2 reviews

    Radishes add a wonderful crunch to this colorful salsa that is also superb over grilled fish. There's just enough jalapeno...


    Coleslaw with Poppy Seed Dressing

    3 reviews

    This is the kind of salad you can keep in the fridge for a couple days and it just gets...

    Oatmeal-Chocolate Chip Cookies

    25 reviews

    I love these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. I made this recipe just before we showed our house. Not only did...


    Gooey Chocolate-Peanut Bars

    4 reviews

    These are so easy to make and take no time at all. They’re great to package up for those college...


    Ham Biscuits

    3 reviews

    Ham biscuits are a genius way to use up leftover ham. Just add homemade buttery biscuits, and you've got a...


    Mustard Dip for Pretzels

    16 reviews

    This four-ingredient dijon bacon mustard dip for pretzels takes just minutes to prepare. The combination of tangy, peppery and smoky...


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    Red Potato Casserole

    28 reviews

    This red potato casserole is potluck perfection, with mashed red potatoes smothered with all your favorite baked potato toppings. It...


    Garlic & Onion Cashews

    4 reviews

    You'll be set for either a quick snack or an easy hostess gift when you use this recipe. —Anndrea Bailey,...

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    Dill Pickle Potato Salad

    26 reviews

    This dill pickle potato salad uses pickle juice instead of vinegar to add a tangy, zippy flavor to the creamy...


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    Beef ‘n’ Pork Burgers

    6 reviews

    The combination of meats is the secret behind these beef and pork burgers. They're ideal for summer grilling, and everyone...


    Tuscan Sun-Dried Tomato Spread

    2 reviews

    This jam has a robust flavor that complements anything it's served with. The taste and texture make it a yummy...


    Smoked-Almond Cheese Toasts

    I created my recipe for appetizer toasts while planning the menu for a friend's bridal luncheon. Smoked almonds add a...


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    Soft Pretzels

    11 reviews

    This beloved snack is a staple at German beer halls and breweries, but why make the trip when it's this...


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    Bourbon Bacon Jam

    8 reviews

    This bourbon bacon jam showcases an irresistible blend of smoky, sweet and rich flavors. It’s a versatile condiment you can...