I hear there’s a big football game coming up.
The Hubby even told me last night who’s playing in it, not that I can actually remember.
You see, I’m not a huge fan of football. Shocking right?
Yeah, not so much.
When it comes to sports, I don’t waste my energy. I need to save my mental prowess for other things; better things, foodie things.
Plus, sitting around watching a bunch of men in tight costumes moaning and grunting, while playing with balls of various shapes and sizes, isn’t my idea of a good time. In fact, it sounds a bit like a bad porno or perhaps most men on a Tuesday night or any night of the week for that matter. I understand self satisfaction is a big deal for that gender. Hey, whatever floats your boat.
Now food on the other hand, that’s something I can happily embrace, preferably with both hands before promptly shoveling it into my face. I don’t even need a costume or the privacy of my own home to do it.
Score!
Today, I’ve decided to leave the football to the pros, professional athletes and porn stars alike, and instead share some of my favorite Game Day Appetizers.
Bring on the cheese!
Game Day Appetizer Round Up
Artichoke, Cheese and White Bean Dip
With the addition of white beans and Greek yogurt, this Dip is a lightened up version of a classic. The leftovers, should there be any, also make a fantastic grilled cheese, which is great for soaking up booze; not that I would know (cough, cough).
Layered Taco Dip
This is a fan favorite with my friends. They beg me for it every year, and I certainly wouldn’t want to disappoint them.
Garlic and Herb Veggie and Chip Dip
Amid the beer, the booze, the bread and the cheese (all of which I support), this flavor packed Herb Dip is a nutrient dense oasis. You’ll be surprised at how quickly those veggies disappear.
Harvest Sweet Potato Salsa
Shake up your traditional salsa and invite sweet potatoes to the party instead. One bite and your friends will thank you.
Cheesy Mexican Stuffed Baguette
This one needs no explanation. I could devour this entire baguette in a matter of seconds.
Baked Jalapeno Cheese Crisps
Baked crispy cheese with spicy things on top. I’ll take ten.
Fruit Bowl
Simple, elegant, a pain in the ass to chop, and totally worth it. Besides, a little hydration helps cut tomorrow’s hangover, but I don’t need to tell you that.
Cheesy Baked Black Bean Flautas
Clearly I have a things for beans, cheese and bread; with good reason I might add.
A Standup Snack Platter
No party is complete with a glorious snack platter, incorporating all of your favorite things with a few surprises.
Guacamole Stuffed Potato Skins
It wouldn’t be a full on recipe round up from me without a little extra spud loving tossed into the mix. I could eat these for days, not that they’d last that long.
So tell me, which appetizer would you eat first?
I wouldn’t turn down any of these tasty vittles! They all look good, much more exciting than watching the game. My mom and I traditionally do something anti sports during the biggest game of the year. I wonder what we’ll do this time.
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Ooh, I like the sound of an anti sport activity. Count me in. 🙂 I’ll bring some vittles.
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That sweet potato salsa looks awesome! Great round up of appetizers.
meredith @ Cookie ChRUNicles recently posted…What I Ate Wednesday 1.27.16
I know right. I’m loving the sound of that sweet potato salsa.
Meghan recently posted…Game Day Appetizer Recipe Round Up
I share your feelings about football – never could get into it despite it being in my face for a lifetime. I do love the snacks though, there’s always a silver lining 🙂
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Snacks are always a silver lining. 🙂
Meghan recently posted…Game Day Appetizer Recipe Round Up
I really want to try the white bean artichoke dip. I love white beans and feel they are underutilized as people love their black beans. That’s what I would have
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The artichoke white bean dip is super delicious. It’s one of my favorites.
Meghan recently posted…Game Day Appetizer Recipe Round Up
You had me at cheese crisps. I have always loved crispy cheese and with jalapenos I wouldn’t have to share these with my husband and kids. Win! I’m not a big football fan either, though i can always count on it when I need a good nap. Bring on the food!
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Cheese crisps for the win. I can’t wait to try them too.
Meghan recently posted…Game Day Appetizer Recipe Round Up
The dips, the whole dips and nothing but the dips so help me God. I LOVE DIP. Totally making that taco dip this week, football game or not.
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I’m all about the dips too. I put my hand up on your hip. When you dip, I dip, we dip. 🙂
Meghan recently posted…Game Day Appetizer Recipe Round Up
Super Bowl Sunday is basically happening in the middle of the night here. Stefan always takes Monday off so that he can watch the game. Though in the middle of the night of course there are snacks involved. I go to bed and don’t watch a minute of the game but I certainly claim my share of the snacks!
The Artichoke, Cheese and White Bean Dip is on my list. Maybe it’s a good excuse to make them as a game snack. So the hubby eats something healthy. Great round-up. I could faceplant everything!
Thanks for including my baguette 🙂
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Absolutely, I’m still enamored with that baguette.
If you make the Artichoke Cheese Dip, set some aside for a Panini. So. freaking. good.
Meghan recently posted…Game Day Appetizer Recipe Round Up
do i have to watch the game if i come? i mean, how can i if all this food is there?! <3 you! thank you!
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No need to watch the game. We’ll just eat. 🙂
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David and I are football fans so will defintiely be watching the Super Bowl… But I will need something I can eat for breakfast as it will be on at 6.30am Monday morning here! Heck I will just make something ‘appy’ and add an egg on top – that makes it breakfast right?! And sadly no booze this year as david has to head to work after 🙁
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You can be booze free with me for the day. 🙂
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I’ve had that white bean artichoke dip on my list for ages now, and since I’ve now conquered my fear of the little guys (thanks to you) I’d say I reaaalllyy need to get on it. I always thought football was rather entertaining – but much more for the reasons you mention than anything actually to do with sports.
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Yes, you will love the Artichoke Cheese Bean Dip. Save a little though to stick on a grilled cheese sandwich. It’s amazing. 🙂
Meghan recently posted…The Second Trimester: What To Expect When You Weren’t Expecting To Be Expecting
Lemme at that taco dip!!!!! <3 Thanks for the link love schnookums and all the awesome app ideas!
But of course. 🙂
Meghan recently posted…The Second Trimester: What To Expect When You Weren’t Expecting To Be Expecting
I’m not a football fan either – I just don’t understand it! John keeps on trying to explain it to me, but it never makes sense. I’m not a big sports person in general, with the exception of hockey (I think Canada would kick me out of the country if I didn’t say that haha).
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I actually understand a lot of it since I grew up watching it. I just have no interest now that I’m older. I’d rather curl up with a cookbook and eat tasty foods. 🙂
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Ugh…. don’t even talk to me about that stupid game. It’s happening in my backyard and traffic is going to be a f&*king nightmare next week because of it.
Calgone, take me away (specifically to Hawaii) next week!!!!
If you go to Hawaii, I’m living vicariously though you.
Meghan recently posted…The Second Trimester: What To Expect When You Weren’t Expecting To Be Expecting
I actually had to Google who was playing in the Super Bowl this year, and it was YOU who told me that the Super Bowl was actually in the beginning of February 😆 I know nothing about football, and I’m pretty sure it’s more of an American thing than a Canadian one, because I don’t even really have any friends who are interested in it. We’re hockey people. But food? That’s definitely something I can always get down with.
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I always know when the Super Bowl actually is because I go to a party every year. I generally have no idea who’s playing though.
We shall always have food.
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Hi Meghan, great post with great pictures, looks delicious.
Thanks.
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What’s a Super Bowl 😉
All I know about it is that you eat amazing snacks (As evidenced here) and Janet Jackson’s boob popped out.
pop.
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Do you know I actually missed nipple gate? I’m so disappointed.
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