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Football Food

In this post I am sharing some football food ideas for your game day gatherings.

It’s football season again! That’s a pretty big deal in the South. We sure love our football.
 
Here are some easy appetizers and finger food ideas to enjoy all football season long. From cheese balls, to the number one hit in my house, chicken wings.

Game Day Recipes

Baked Chicken Wings in a white platter for game day - Naked crispy baked wings served with buffalo, teriyaki and blue cheese dipping options along with celery and carrot sticks
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Baked Chicken Wings in a white platter for game day - Naked crispy baked wings served with buffalo, teriyaki and blue cheese dipping options along with celery and carrot sticks
Baked Chicken Wings
Crispy baked chicken wings are the perfect appetizer, snack or meal
Check out this recipe
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Everything seasoning Cheese Ball Appetizer recipe to serve with bagel chips and garnished with scallions
Everything Bagel Cheese Log
A delicious and flavorful cheese log appetizer coated in everything but the bagel seasoning.
Check out this recipe
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Dried Beef Cheese Ball
A tasty appetizer made with dried beef, cream cheese and a few more simple ingredients is always a favorite at gatherings.
Check out this recipe
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Homemade potato skins
Perfect Potato Skins
Perfect crispy twice baked potato skins, the must have appetizer on game night
Check out this recipe
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Simple Queso Dip
This simple dip is always a hit and can be made in the slow cooker.
Check out this recipe
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Delicious appetizer on crackers - Bacon Jalapeno Dip - Julia's Simply Southern
Jalapeno Bacon Dip
Easy baked jalapeno bacon dip served with crackers.
Check out this recipe
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Delicious and easy black eyed pea dip or salsa served with fresh tortilla chips
Black Eyed Pea Dip
Easy and delicious black eyed pea dip is a great colorful recipe that is made ahead and served with tortilla chips.
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Sausage Dip recipe served in a yellow dish with corn chip scoops
3 Ingredient Sausage Dip
Delicious sausage dip is always a crowd pleaser and with just 3 ingredients, it is so simple to prepare.
Check out this recipe
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An easy appetizer party food with nuts. Serve delicious bbq peanuts that are a mix of smokey, sweet and spicy that guests will love.
Barbecue Party Peanuts Appetizer
Serve up an easy appetizer of BBQ flavored peanuts at your next gathering.
Check out this recipe
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Bacon Lit’l Smokies Bites
Easy bacon wrapped cocktail wieners
Check out this recipe
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Dill Pickle Fried Chicken on a green jadeite glassware platter
Pickle Fried Chicken Tenders
Delicious and kid friendly pickle fried chicken fingers
Check out this recipe
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Fried Green Beans
Delicious crispy fried green beans appetizer. Just serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Check out this recipe
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Classic Reuben Sandwich
Recipe for a classic Reuben Sandwich with corned beef, Swiss and tangy homemade sauerkraut
Check out this recipe
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Red & White Christmas Platter Pedestal with Cream Cheesy Cheddar Sausage Balls
Easy Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
Sausage balls are an easy and delicious appetizer that is a favorite at special occasion gatherings
Check out this recipe
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Amazing Beer Braised Bratwurst grilled and on a bun with homemade sauerkraut and course grain mustard
Beer Braised Brats and Sauerkraut
Delicious bratwurst braised in flavorful beer then grilled to perfection and served on a bun with sauerkraut and grainy mustard.
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Julia’s Southern Hot Dog Chili Sauce
Delicious Southern style hot dog chili sauce is the perfect topping for hot dogs. Everyone enjoys my signature recipe for hot dog chili and I know you will too.
Check out this recipe
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Hearty Chili Con Carne
Enjoy a hearty bowl of dinner chili, perfect for game day gatherings.
Check out this recipe
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Pulled pork for barbecue
Southern BBQ Pulled Pork
Pulled pork sandwiches with your favorite barbecue sauce.
Check out this recipe
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BBQ Chicken Sliders
These tasty little chicken sliders are the perfect game day finger food.
Check out this recipe
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Best Southern soul food pimento cheese recipe ever - so delicious
Classic Southern Pimento Cheese Recipe
Simple basic and easy recipe for pimento cheese.
Check out this recipe
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Pigs in Blankets
Classic pigs in a blanket for game day eats.
Check out this recipe
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The easiest and best jalapeno poppers recipe. These bacon wrapped appetizers will disappear fast.
Easy Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Beloved jalapeno popper appetizers that are perfect for game day and other gatherings.
Check out this recipe
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Southern baked seasoned party crackers - Fire Crackers - in a white serving bowl
Southern Fire Crackers Recipe
Southern fire crackers are saltines marinated in a ranch and spice mix. These amazing spicy crackers are delicious as party appetizers or a snack.
Check out this recipe

Need More Football Food Ideas?

For more recipes, check out the recipe index to find more ideas for your game day menu. 

Football party menu ideas with recipes
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