Game Day Grub That Scores Big With Every Fan

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Game day grub is all about bold flavors, easy prep, and big crowd appeal. From spicy Nashville Hot Chicken to creamy Piquant White Cheddar Pimento Cheese and hearty Smoky Oven-Braised Pulled Pork Sandwiches, this lineup has every craving covered. Whether it’s sliders, dips, or indulgent finger foods, your tailgate—or living room spread—is guaranteed to be a touchdown!

Hot Italian Beef Sandwich

the best Italian Beef Sandwich sliced in half with a hand holding the sandwich
Photo credit: Carlsbad Cravings

EASY, customizable, LOADED Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches are an incredibly tender flavor explosion in every bite! Create a sandwich bar to feed a crowd!
Get the Recipe: Hot Italian Beef Sandwich

Piquant White Cheddar Pimento Cheese

A knife spreads pimento cheese from a glass jar; toasted bread and decorative foliage are in the background.
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Creamy, tangy, and packed with a little Southern attitude, this Piquant White Cheddar Pimento Cheese is perfect for make-ahead prep and easy transport. Spread it, dip with crackers or veggies, or sneak a spoonful straight from the container at your tailgate!
Get the Recipe: Piquant White Cheddar Pimento Cheese

Beer Cheese Dip

Bacon Beer Cheese Dip | foodiecrush.com #forpretzels #easy #recipe #hot
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This ultra cheesy, irresistibly good beer cheese dip made in a skillet adds everyone’s three favorite condiments to the party: bacon, beer and potato chips.
Get the Recipe: Beer Cheese Dip

Antipasto Pasta Salad

Antipasto Pasta Salad in a dish with a fork on the side
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Antipasto Pasta Salad is a delicious combination of marinated vegetables, cheeses, mushrooms, meats, & pasta all tossed in an Italian dressing.
Get the Recipe: Antipasto Pasta Salad

Nashville Hot Chicken (Spicy Fried Chicken)

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Photo credit: Carlsbad Cravings

Juicy, crispy, Nashville Hot Chicken (customizable spicy fried chicken) is the only fried chicken recipe you will ever need! SO tender, juicy and crispy!
Get the Recipe: Nashville Hot Chicken (Spicy Fried Chicken)

Pickle Macaroni Salad

Macaroni salad in a bowl with a wooden spoon.
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Tangy, crunchy, and totally portable, this Pickle Relish Macaroni Salad is a make-ahead hit for tailgates or summer barbecues. Elbow macaroni tossed with dill pickle relish, mayo, and seasonings keeps well and pleases kids and adults alike!
Get the Recipe: Pickle Macaroni Salad

Smoky Oven-Braised Pulled Pork Sandwiches

A pulled pork sandwich with melted cheese, pickled vegetables, and coleslaw on a bun is served on brown paper. In the background, there is a glass of beer and a yellow drink.
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Skip the smoker—these Dutch Oven Pulled Pork Sandwiches deliver smoky-sweet barbecue that’s easy to prep ahead and transport. Slow-braised pork piled on buns with Carolina mustard sauce and creamy slaw makes for an effortless tailgate superstar!

To learn more: Smoky Oven-Braised Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Smoked Turkey Wings

smoked turkey wings.
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Learn how to make the best crispy and juicy smoked turkey wings with minimal effort. Smoker and oven baked instructions included.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Turkey Wings

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders

Stack of Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders, with one sitting on a spatula.
Photo credit: Chelsea’s Messy Apron

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders combine tender chicken, smoky bacon, and tangy ranch on sweet Hawaiian rolls for a delicious, flavor-packed meal.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders

Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs

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Photo credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

Only three ingredients to make these easy Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs! Great for any party.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs

Bacon Wrapped Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños

bacon wrapped cheesy stuffed jalapeños
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The heat is on with these Bacon-Wrapped Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños! Family and friends won’t be able to get enough.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños

Everything Bagel Pull Apart Bread

pull-apart bread loaf
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Starting with a simple dough, this everything bagel pull apart bread is filled with garlic & herb cream cheese and topped with everything bagel seasoning.
Get the Recipe: Everything Bagel Pull Apart Bread

Chorizo Queso

Chorizo Queso (Chorizo Cheese Dip) | gimmesomeoven.com
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This chorizo queso recipe is an all-natural cheese dip made with crispy chorizo and real cheddar cheese.
Get the Recipe: Chorizo Queso

Philly Cheesesteak Sliders

Roast beef, melted cheese, green peppers, onions, and seasoning layered on a golden sandwich slider bun.
Photo credit: Chelsea’s Messy Apron

Philly Cheesesteak Sliders are loaded with cheesy, beefy goodness and caramelized veggies, all topped off with garlic-butter and baked!
Get the Recipe: Philly Cheesesteak Sliders

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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