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The 68 Best Recipes to Add to Your Tailgate Menu

July 27, 2022

Grab your team jersey and gather up your friends. We've got all the recipes you need for the best tailgate, from chili to wings — and everything in between.

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Be the MVP of Snacking

Do you know what we love most about football food? It doesn’t matter which team you’re rooting for once the snacks come out! Everyone is welcome to dig into the nachos or scoop themselves a bowl of chili. And, since it is the thing that unites us on game day, we do our best to create a winning spread. With this lineup that covers everything from salsas to desserts, you can do the very same. Whether you set up a portable grill in the parking lot or gather your friends for an at-home tailgate, these recipes are sure to earn you MVP status! Wondering where to start? Ree’s easy pico de gallo is a must-have. You can use it to top tacos, sprinkle it over guacamole or simply scoop it up with tortilla chips while you sip on a cold beer.

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Pull-Apart Dogs in a Blanket Ring

How to improve on pigs in a blanket? Supersize them in a pull-apart ring. This oversize version features 7-inch hot dogs, 4 layers of flaky crescent dough and a thick melty layer of American cheese.

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Chili con Carne

When coats and scarves become a part of the tailgating dress code, this steamy chili with beef and pork shoulder will warm up every sports fan.
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Roasted Jalapeno Poppers

A three-cheese blend of smoked pepper cheese, feta and cream cheese fill Rachael Ray's poppers. The smoky cheese and the roasted jalapenos make for a delicious and easy-to-eat appetizer.
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