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Easy Game Day Grub

Whether you are tailgating at today’s Pro Bowl or you’re looking for tasty game day grub for next week’s Super Bowl, these simple recipes will come in very handy. The Chicken Enchiladas are a cinch to make and are a great way to feed the masses. In addition, the Stuffed Jalapenos make for great party finger food. Both dishes will help fire up guests for the big game, and the best part is that since the recipes are so easy to make, you won’t miss any of the action because you are stuck in the kitchen. CHICKEN ENCHILADAS Ingredients: 10 … Continue reading →

Pro Bowl Eats

Have you seen the latest commercial for TUMS? It features a montage of shots showcasing traditional and spicy party dishes served at football viewing parties (and a few shots of guys dressed in pads and helmets), then at the very end of the cleverly edited smorgasbord shots, a tiny TUMS is displayed in the middle of the TV screen. Trust me, the recipes I’m sharing with you today won’t require purchasing a bottle TUMS to ingest post-gorge… unless you eat all of the dishes by yourself. The following party recipes make a great addition to a Pro Bowl or Super … Continue reading →

Simple Game Day Party Recipes

I just got an email from Noodles & Company offering me a free bowl of my favorite noodles if I show up to the restaurant decked out in Green Bay Packers paraphernalia. Nice… except I don’t own any Packers gear. Noodles & Company’s special NFL playoff promotion is clever, but since I don’t have any green and gold outfits, I guess I be making my own party dishes for the big weekend wild-card games, such as: VEGETARIAN STUFFED MUSHROOMS Ingredients: 1 pound mushrooms, cleaned and stems removed 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs 2 … Continue reading →

Bowl Game Bites

College football bowl games are in full swing, and so are the parties that celebrate the championship madness. And what’s a party without great eats? When you are cheering on your favorite team you need a mix of hearty dishes and some great finger foods, like these: MEDITERRANEAN PIZZA Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/2 medium-sized red onion, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped Salt and pepper 8 cups baby spinach 1 teaspoon lemon zest Rolled out pizza dough or pre-baked pizza crust 1/2 cup pesto sauce 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and coarsely chopped 1 cup chopped … Continue reading →

Fabulous Football Food

It’s the day many pro football fans have been waiting eight long months for—the kickoff of the new NFL regular season. Let the tailgating begin! Fire up the grill and kick up your party a few notches with these fabulous football dishes: BARBEQUE STEAK Ingredients: 2 to 4 well trimmed beef t-bone or porterhouse steaks, cut 1-inch thick Salt Ingredients for BBQ Rub: 2 tablespoons chili powder 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon ground cumin 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 teaspoons cider vinegar 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper Directions: Combine rub ingredients and press evenly … Continue reading →

Tantalizing Tailgate Treats

Are you ready for some football? Whether you are a fan of high school, college or pro football (or all three), then this is your weekend to celebrate. The pigskin is back in action, and that means tailgating season is ready for kick-off. If you are looking for some tasty tailgating dishes that don’t require a ton of time or effort (or utensils) to prepare, then consider the following: TROPICAL SALSA Ingredients: 1 large ripe mango, chopped 1/4 cup red onions, chopped 1/4 cup green and yellow bell peppers, chopped 1 (8-ounce) can pineapple tidbits in juice, drained 1 tablespoon … Continue reading →

Graduation Party Recipes

With graduation party season well underway, you may be looking for a recipe that is easy to prepare, can feed an army of people, and more importantly, looks and tastes great. The following recipes are ideal for graduation parties or family potlucks, which call for eye and palette pleasing dishes: CRAB STUFFED MUSHROOMS Ingredients: 1 16-ounce container of large mushrooms 1 (7-ounce) can lump crabmeat, drained 3 green onions with tops, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup crushed croutons Paprika … Continue reading →

What to do with Leftover Super Bowl Snacks

Sunday’s Super Bowl was one for the history books. It’s not every year that viewers are treated to a nail biter that’s actually worth watching, but this year’s match-up between Arizona and Pittsburgh delivered. Ironically, the action of the field kept some from devouring my friend’s Super Bowl spread. Last night she called complaining about major leftovers. My suggestion: Put the snacks to good use in recipes that can be served as part of weeknight meals. You can use up leftover chicken to make a spicy Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip and boring baked potatoes can transformed into Kicked Up Potato … Continue reading →

Sizzling Hot Super Bowl Ribs and Other Tasty Game Day Treats

The countdown to the big game is on and even if you can’t make it to Tampa in time for kick off you can still make it a Super Bowl to remember by whipping up the following mouthwatering recipes: SIZZLING HOT SUPER BOWL RIBS Ingredients: Baby back ribs Your favorite rib rub BBQ sauce Fresh lemon juice Olive oil Directions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place ribs on heavy-duty foil. Drizzle with olive oil and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top of ribs. Sprinkle generously both sides of ribs with your favorite rib rub or with a mixture of salt, … Continue reading →

Kicked Up Super Bowl Recipes

Are you are hosting a Super Bowl party tomorrow? If so, then why not ditch the pizza for a something a little spicier. The following easy to prepare recipes are ideal for feeding large groups. Plus, since these dishes are such a cinch to make, you can enjoy the game with your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen all evening. KICKED UP BAKED BEANS Ingredients: 4 cups dry navy beans 1 tablespoon salt 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons molasses 3 strips bacon (cut into small pieces) 1 chopped onion 2 tablespoons mustard 1/2 cup of your favorite … Continue reading →