Tailgate Time! 20+ Game Day Recipes

Fall has arrived which means Football Season is here.  No matter if you're cheering on your high school team on a Friday night, your alma mater on Saturday, or your favorite pro-team on Sunday (or Monday), these recipes have you covered for a great tailgate with family and friends.

While I was getting ready for today's Iowa vs Iowa State football game I got to thinking about tailgating food and what I wanted to make to help me cheer loud for my Cyclones.  As I was thinking about what would make the best crowd-pleasing spread, I decided there are 4 categories needed at every tailgate (to go along with your choice of drink): Meat, Carbs, Salty & Savory Snacks, and Sweet Treats.

Our family tailgating at the ISU vs SDSU game last weekend

Gotta Have the Meats

Smoky BBQ Pork Ribs - Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids

Honey Ham Barbecue - Cindy's Recipes and Writings

Crockpot Italian Sausage Grinders - The Tip Garden

Sweet & Spicy Wings - A Day in the Life on the Farm

Pulled Pork Sandwiches - Family Around the Table

Easy Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings - Everyday Eileen

Sesame Seed Chicken with Honey Mayo - Books and Cooks

German Sauerkraut Rolls - Palatable Pastime

French Onion Meatballs - Flint & Co.

Carbs Don't Count While Tailgating

Loaded Southwestern Potato Skins - Simple and Savory

Sweet & Spicy Hog Wild Baked Beans - Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids

Homemade Soft Pretzels with Mustard Cheese Dip - House of Nash Eats

Salty & Savory Snacks

Spinach and Artichoke Cheese Spread - Make the Best of Everything

5 minute BLT Frito Dip - Ally's Sweet & Savory Eats

Ranch Party Snack Mix - Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids

6-Ingredient Traditional Yellow Queso - The Baking Fairy

Cowboy Caviar - The Saucy Fig

Buffalo Hummus - Kate's Recipe Box

Sweet Treats

Cookies & Cream Football Cheese Ball - Cooking with Carlee

Touchdown Turtle Brownie Bites - Soulfully Made

Football Cookie Pops - Two Kids and a Coupon

Caramel Crispix Mix - Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids

Who's ready to tailgate now?!  What's your favorite tailgate food?  Which recipe are you excited to check out?  Have fun cheering on your favorite team this weekend and remember to Comment for a Cause!