Big Game Survival Guide: Recipes

GAME DAY RECIPES

Other than the game itself, it goes without saying that the food is one of the best aspects of a Game Day party!

Need some appetizer ideas? Here are some of my favourite (and easy) suggestions…..just don’t judge me on the calorie count.

Photo Credit: https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/antojitos/

Antojitos

This is one of my favourites for a few reasons. There is only a handful of ingredients, you can make them ahead of time and just heat them up for a few minutes when you want to serve them……oh, and people always DESTROY them.

https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/antojitos/

Photo Credit: https://www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/jalapeno-popper-pinwheels/

Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels

I love jalapeno poppers, but it’s tedious to scrape out all the jalapeno seeds. Here is a super easy variation on them if you want something a little spicier than a standard antojito and less fussy than an actual popper.

https://www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/jalapeno-popper-pinwheels/

You can also make these in individual wonton cups if you want a crispier, thinner vessel to get the delicious filling into your mouth.

Photo Credit: https://www.brit.co/super-bowl-meatballs/

Meatballs

The staple of any appetizer table spread. I couldn’t narrow it down to one version, since there are so many different delicious variations on this easy crockpot favourite. Here are 12 different versions to get you inspired:

https://www.brit.co/super-bowl-meatballs/

There are even a couple vegetarian options in this list. If you don’t want to get fancy, don’t worry. Let’s just say, bag of frozen meatballs, a crockpot and some delicious BBQ sauce….I haven’t had a bad meatball yet.

Photo Credit: https://www.thechunkychef.com/crispy-fried-ravioli/

Deep Fried Ravioli

Carby-deliciousness……fried. That’s all.

https://www.thechunkychef.com/crispy-fried-ravioli/

Photo Credit: https://www.thereciperebel.com/crock-pot-pulled-pork-recipe/

Pulled Pork Tacos

Not an appetizer, definitely a meal, but it’s one of my favourites to make and is always a crowd pleaser. So many colours. So many flavours. So many toppings. Here is a recipe for crockpot pulled pork:

https://www.thereciperebel.com/crock-pot-pulled-pork-recipe/

You can turn the crockpot on in the morning and forget about it until it’s time to make the toppings. I like to serve them with lime crema (or just sour cream), fresh pico de gallo, guacamole, dusted jalapenos, cheese, fried peppers & red onion & black beans.

Photo Credit: https://cookieandkate.com/classic-pico-de-gallo-recipe/

Speaking of Pico De Gallo, it’s amazing on it’s own just served up with tortilla chips. And it’s the only healthy recipe I’m including here.

https://cookieandkate.com/classic-pico-de-gallo-recipe/

I like to make it early and let it sit for a few hours to let the flavours get to know each other. The colours are great and it always tastes super fresh.

Photo Credit: https://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/slideshow/super-bowl-dip-recipes-guacamole-onion-dip-salsa

Dips

From spicy, to Indian, to pickle dip to Greek…….58 dip recipe ideas to browse through!

https://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/slideshow/super-bowl-dip-recipes-guacamole-onion-dip-salsa

Photo Credit: https://www.momontimeout.com/best-ever-charcuterie-board/

Charcuterie

A well curated charcuterie board is a piece of art. Not sure where to start? Want some inspirational ideas? Tips to elevate your charcuterie game? It’s all right here:

https://www.momontimeout.com/best-ever-charcuterie-board/