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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    Teriyaki Steak Skewers

    When these flavorful skewered steaks are sizzling on the grill, the aroma makes everyone around stop what they're doing and...


    Puppy Chow

    This snack mix is perfect for a late-night treat or a as pick-me-up any time of the day. I sometimes...


    Pizza Salad

    A fun summer dish, this is a different salad that tastes as good as it looks. I love to take...


    Southern Vinegar Slaw

    This has been a very popular salad from my recipe box for a long, long time! Before I retired, when...


    Pork Kabobs

    Juicy and easy to prep, these pork kabobs are a tasty addition to the weekly lineup or for entertaining guests...


    Grilled Lime Chicken

    A wonderful citrusy marinade makes this grilled lime chicken tangy and tasty. A few hours before dinner, simply marinate the...


    Fruit Cocktail Bars

    My mother passed this recipe on to me. The moist bars have a delightful fruity taste, perfect for potlucks in...


    Cookie Sheet Apple Pie

    I belong to several volunteer service groups, and this dessert has been a real time-saver when there's a large crowd...


    Basil Burgers

    Chopped fresh basil leaves add a welcome spark to these hamburgers and wonderfully capture the taste of summer. Grilling brings...


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    Aunt Frances’ Lemonade

    My sister and I spent a week each summer with our Aunt Frances, who always had this thirst-quenching lemonade in...


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    Fried Chicken Tenders

    This fried chicken tenders recipe requires just a few ingredients and quickly cooks up deliciously crispy bites that are full...


    Char Siu Pork

    Who needs takeout when char siu pork is this easy to make at home? Our char siu pork recipe uses...


    Cheesy Snack Mix

    Our love for Mexican food inspired me to make party mix with taco seasoning. The flavor is so mild that...


    Bloody Mary Soup with Beans

    I love a good Bloody Mary, which inspired this recipe. The soup packs a spicy punch, and it'll warm you...


    Cilantro & Lemon Marinated Chicken Kabobs

    Cook the onions first so there’s plenty of room on the grill for the chicken skewers. Before serving, give the...


    Zippy Curry Dip

    Everyone eats their vegetables when this creamy dip is served alongside them. The curry flavor gets stronger the longer the...

    Grilled Garlic Naan

    Indian food is my all-time favorite, and no meal is complete without some naan. I like to brush grilled or...


    Tandoori Spiced Chicken Pita Pizza with Greek Yogurt and Cilantro

    My family and I are big picnickers, and I'm always looking for new dishes to try in the great outdoors....


    Seven-Layer Cookies

    Dulce de leche plays a starring role in this new take on seven-layer cookies. Our seven-layer cookie recipe also uses...


    Vanilla Wafers

    This easy recipe for vanilla wafers creates buttery cookies that are equally chewy and crispy. Our seven-ingredient recipe yields more...


    Turtle Brownies

    Chocolate, caramel and pecans —how can you go wrong with turtle brownies? This recipe is quick and easy to make...


    Black Bean Brownies

    Black bean brownies are naturally high in protein and fiber, but this recipe ensures chocolaty goodness too. If you're avoiding...

    Tuscan Sun-Dried Tomato Spread

    This jam has a robust flavor that complements anything it's served with. The taste and texture make it a yummy...


    Butterscotch Brownies

    If you're stuck in a dessert rut and longing for something fun, try making these delicious butterscotch brownies. They're chewy,...


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    Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

    If you’re a lover of tender, chewy chocolate chip cookies, this recipe was made for you.


    Brownie Batter Dip

    Our brownie batter dip gives you all the flavor and none of the bake time of true brownies. It's perfect...


    Garlic-Rubbed T-Bones with Burgundy Mushrooms

    T-bone steak is a fairly tender cut, so there's no need to marinate. Punch up the flavor using loads of...


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    Strawberry Pie with Jell-O

    There's plenty of sweet berry flavor in this refreshing dessert. Made with sugar-free gelatin and a graham cracker crust, the...