Tailgating Recipes

These tailgating recipes are tops, whether you’re partying in the parking lot or at home. We have game day covered, with appetizers, desserts and more tailgate ideas to win over the crowd.

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    Cold Shrimp Pasta Salad

    "This salad combines two of my favorite foods: pasta and shrimp. It 's a perfect side for a grilled steak...


    Lamb Kabobs

    This colorful kabob wouldn't be the same without its delicious herb marinade and tender-crisp vegetables. Together, they add delicious flavor...


    Shrimp Lover Squares

    At our house, these delicious shrimp squares are a must during family movie and game nights. —Ardyce Piehl, Poynette, Wisconsin


    Creamy Black Bean Salsa

    I love sour cream on Mexican dishes, so I decided to add it to a salsa recipe. It always goes...


    Marinated Chicken Sandwiches

    Every bite of this grilled chicken is packed with flavor. The sweet brown sugar combines well with zesty mustard and...


    White Brownies

    Geneva Mayer of Olney, Illinois uses white chocolate and vanilla chips to give traditional brownies a delicious twist. "These moist...


    Passover Macaroons

    These easy coconut macaroons from Herbert Borland of Des Moines, Washington are lightly crisp on the outside and chewy on...


    Baby Ruth Cookies

    I love Baby Ruth candy bars and usually have a few on hand, so I decided to put them to...

    Easy Mexican Brownies

    This easy Mexican brownie recipe comes together quickly enough for dessert anytime because it uses a box mix. Cleanup is...


    Grilled Firecracker Potato Salad

    I can eat potato salad like crazy. A little spice is nice, so I use cayenne and paprika in this...


    Slow-Cooked Cajun Corn

    My husband loves corn on the cob, and I love this slow-cooker recipe because I don't have to stand at...


    Summer Buzz Fruit Salad

    For picnics, cookouts and showers, we make a sweet salad of watermelon, cherries, blueberries and microgreens. No matter where I...


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    Peanut Butter Chocolate Poke Cake

    When my family is planning a get-together, I can count on three or four people to ask if I'm bringing...


    Barbecue Chicken Sliders

    Barbecue chicken sliders are perfect for game-day parties. To get exceptionally flavorful, juicy chicken, brine the meat overnight, then slow...


    Cinnamon-Apple Brown Betty

    If I had to define the "Betty" of Apple Brown Betty, she'd be a smart and thrifty Southern gal with...


    German Beer Cheese Spread

    We love recipes inspired by our German heritage. This tangy spread is fantastic served alongside everything, including pretzels and pumpernickel...


    Barbecue Sliders

    When guests dropped in by surprise, all I had was sausage and ground beef defrosted. We combined the two for...

    Tangy Shrimp and Scallops

    "Shrimp and scallops together make this a special dish for company," says Raleigh, North Carolina's Lauren Llewellyn. "I serve these...


    Corn Pasta Salad

    After tasting this cool salad at a family reunion, I immediately asked for the recipe. It has tricolor pasta, sweet...


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    Caramel Brownies

    Satisfy your sweet tooth with these rich, gooey caramel brownies. Topped with crushed walnut pieces and a hearty swirl of...


    Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

    Soft, chewy oatmeal breakfast bars have a hint of orange marmalade for a fun change from the usual granola bars....


    Hot Spiced Punch

    My favorite punches, hot or cold, are the ones made with pineapple juice. Its flavor definitely comes through. This punch...


    Grandma Brubaker’s Orange Cookies

    At least two generations of my family have enjoyed the recipe for these light, delicate orange-flavored cookies. —Sheri DeBolt, Huntington,...

    Date Bars

    I used to be the cafeteria manager at a grade school and these bars were always a hit.


    Chewy Chocolate Cookies

    This cookie recipe—a favorite of our four children—has been in my collection for years. Sometimes I'll substitute mint-flavored chips for...


    Taco Burgers

    Taco burgers are a flavorful way to enjoy a classic burger with a Mexican twist. Have fun experimenting with different...


    Chicken Kabobs with Peach Glaze

    Chicken, peaches and veggies are treated to a delightful glaze. These kabobs pack in flavor. Serve with couscous or rice,...


    Cheesecake Brownies

    Cheesecake brownies, part brownie, part cheesecake and all delicious, are a loved-by-everyone dessert. Whip them up as a treat for...


    Potato-Sausage Foil Packs

    We had these smoky campfire bundles at a friend's house for dinner and loved the simplicity of this great summer...