Recipe Roundup: Top Cold Weather Tailgate Food
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As the chill of winter sets in, the excitement of tailgating season reaches new heights. Whether you're gathered in a stadium parking lot or hosting a game day party at home, the right cold weather tailgate food can turn a good gathering into a great one. That's where our roundup of recipes comes in. Designed to warm you up and keep the spirit high even when the temperatures drop, these cold weather tailgate food recipes are the perfect blend of hearty, comforting, and deliciously satisfying. From appetizers to main dishes, we’ve cooked up a whole menu for you!
The Appetizer
Kick off your winter tailgate with some mouth-watering cold weather tailgate food that will warm you from the inside out. Our favorite appetizer is the **QB Queso** - with its melty cheese and spicy kick of diced chilies and jalapeño, this winning warm dip is sure to be a touchdown.
QB Queso
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Ingredients:
1/2 lb Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes
1/2 lb Asadero, Monterey Jack, or White Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup milk
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
1/2 cup white onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp chili powder
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste
Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions:
The Drink
A cold weather tailgate needs warming, comforting beverages to take the edge off frigid temperatures. While hot coffee and cocoa are classic options, consider mixing up a batch of delicious **Sideline Cider** to please all your guests!
Sideline Cider
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Ingredients:
8 cups apple cider
2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 cinnamon sticks
1 tbsp whole cloves
Orange slices for garnish
Instructions:
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The Mains
We couldn’t pick just one—we’re sharing TWO of our favorite cold weather tailgate main dishes. The first is a hearty chili—you can’t go wrong with this classic dish that warms your hands and the soul! The second is chicken tender sliders—these bad boys will fuel the cold weather tailgate food fun!
Champion’s Chili
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Ingredients:
2 lbs ground beef
1 can kidney beans, drained
1 can black beans, drained
2 cans diced tomatoes
1 large onion, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
2 jalapeños, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Shredded cheese and sour cream for topping
Instructions:
Tender Touchdown Sliders
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Ingredients for Biscuits:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
3/4 cup buttermilk, cold
Ingredients for Chicken Tenders:
1 lb chicken tenders
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
Additional Ingredients:
Your choice of sauce (honey mustard, barbecue sauce, ranch dressing, etc.)
Lettuce leaves
Sliced tomatoes (optional)
Pickles (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Biscuits:
Marinate Chicken Tenders:
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Wrapping Up: Cooking Up the Best Cold Weather Tailgate Food
Tailgating in winter is not just about braving the cold and cheering for your team; it's about the comfort of shared experiences, the laughter around a steaming cup of "Sideline Cider," and the stories told over plates of delicious food. So bundle up, fire up the grill or stove, and embrace the season with this roundup of cold weather tailgate food. Here's to making every game day an unforgettable one!
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