Super Bowl Snacking

It’s almost time for The Big Game. Here are some ideas of what to serve while watching the Super Bowl on Sunday: 

Pimento cheese served with crackers or veggies is a great addition to tailgating or any get-together.

Apps, Snacks & Dips 

Some starters to please a crowd:

• Pimento Cheese  
• Orange Rosemary and Almond Baked Brie  
• White Bean Dip with Lemon Sage Olive Oil  
• Bacon Crackers
• Baked Artichoke Brie Spread 
• Spanikopita  
• Sweet Potato Fries with Asian Dipping Sauce  
• Brown Sugar Bacon Twists  
• Cilantro Lime Shrimp  
• Artichoke Squares

Jennifer Smith's Heirloom Tomato Salad is a refreshing addition to a meal. (Photo: lawellphoto.com) 

Salads and Sides

Veggies, anyone? Some health(ier) salads and fun sides:

• Heirloom Tomato Salad
• Quinoa with Cucumber, Tomato and Feta  
• Orange and Grapefruit Salad  
• The Classic All Day Raw Kale Salad  
• Radicchio Salad with Blue Cheese and Peppered Almonds  
• Arugula and Walnut Salad  
• Minted Tabbouleh  
• Grilled Veggies  
• Texas Caviar aka Black Eyed Pea Salad  
• French Onion Bread Pudding  
• Jalapeño Cornbread  

This jambalaya is perfect for a crowd during football tailgates (or anytime).

Main Dishes

For something a little heavier: 

• Jambalaya
• Crockpot Meatballs  
• Baked Ziti
• Teriyaki Sirloin Kabobs  
• Chicken Enchiladas 
• Creamy Artichoke and Mushroom Penne  
• Sweet Jalapeño Ribs and Beans
• Spinach Tortellini Casserole  
• Gumbo  

Desserts

A little something sweet:

• Cookies and Cream Bites
• A+ Cookies  
• Gingerbread Boys
• Cut-Out Sugar Cookies  
• Peanut Butter Balls  
• Dainty Lemon Bars  
• Chocolate Chip Cake  
• Any Day Chocolate Cake  
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Drinks

Some sweet drinks to sip on (for the 21+ crowd).

• Cherry-Tomato Michelada  
• Apple Champagne Sangria  
• Rob Roy Cocktail  
• Champagne Punch  
• Peach Champagne Punch   
• Mango Margaritas  
• Sangria  
• Frozen Bellini  

More Recipe Ideas

See last year’s Super Bowl recipe roundup here. See all recipes here and be sure to check out our monthly Cooking Buzz column in partnership with The Junior League of Houston and weekly Back Porch Table blog by Andria Frankfort.