Chow Down on Championship Snacks
When the clock ticks down toward game day and you’re putting together a snacking plan of attack, turn to recipes like these that you and your guests can savor for all four quarters of action.
With different choices to draft from, there’s no need for a superstar main course at the center of the meal. Instead, rely on options like customizable brats and pulled pork sandwiches, baked chicken wings and game-day dips for winners all around.
Find more recipes for hosting game day at Culinary.net.
Top Your Tailgate
Take your tailgate or home viewing party to the next level by setting up a topping station with a variety of both traditional and unexpected condiments and garnishes to let your fellow fans customize their grilled fare. Include options such as:
Ketchup and mustard (with flavor variations for added zing)
Sauerkraut or cole slaw
Chopped fresh and grilled onions
Chili
Pickle spears and relish
BBQ sauce
Sriracha
Assorted shredded and crumbled cheeses
A variety of peppers
A Game-Day Winner
Game time is no time to mess around when it comes to fast, savory snacks. Crispy and light, tangy and bold, these wings have you covered for all your game-day needs. These spicy hot wings pair perfectly with Litehouse Chunky Blue Cheese or Homestyle Ranch Dressing and may result in another game day rivalry: blue cheese vs. ranch. Whether you’re hosting the game-day party or bringing a dish to a friend’s bash, these wings can make mouths water from the opening kickoff to the final whistle. Find more game-day recipes at litehousefoods.com.
Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings
Total time: 1 hour, 25 minutes
Serves 8
4 pounds chicken wings
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
Nonstick cooking spray
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup hot sauce
1/2 cup Litehouse Chunky Blue Cheese or Homestyle Ranch Dressing
1/3 cup Litehouse Blue Cheese Crumbles
Carrots
Celery
Lay wings on rack on rimmed baking tray and let dry in refrigerator overnight, or pat dry with paper towels.