Christopher Michel has been the Senior Food and Gardens Editor at Country Living Magazine since March of 2021. Chris has over ten years of experience writing and editing for national magazines and websites, mostly in the food space, such as Cooking Light, The Kitchn, Rodale’s Organic Life, and Bon Appetit. Prior to that, Chris worked in a variety of food spaces in New York City. In 2022, Chris completed the Alabama Master Gardener’s Program hosted by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.
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Get ready—it's game day, y'all! And even if you don't love watching the game, these recipes are good enough to get you excited about getting together with friends and kicking back to watch. We've rounded up our favorite hot eats and smart, football-themed fall appetizers everyone at the event will enjoy. And then we've tossed in a pile of party dip recipes, refreshing fall cocktail recipes, and even a few autumn treats.
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Football Whoopie Pies With Cinnamon Cream
Brian Woodcock
No matter what the final score ends up being, these football-shaped treats will ensure everyone ends the day on a sweet note. Both kids and adults will scarf them down in no time.
This smart snack gets an easy upgrade: the ingredients are cooked into a sauce first, so they stick to each other, and are less likely to fall out of the tortillas.
It's not game day without a perfectly grilled hot dog. Tailgaters can customize their dogs with zesty pickles and onions, tangy horseradish, or spicy chiles.
Is it really a party if there aren't nachos? Bake these ahead, and then use a lidded tray to take them to the game. Dress them with lettuce and sour cream right before serving.
Think of these bites as an upgraded version of pigs in a blanket. Although they look a bit more sophisticated, they're still unbelievably easy to prepare.
If you're waking up early for the big game, these sandwiches will be a lifesaver. You can put them together the night before and they'll still be tasty the next day.
Serve this dip with a variety of vehicles, such as chips, pretzels, and even vegetables. Of course, no matter how you enjoy this dip, it'll be super tasty.