{"id":62470,"date":"2024-08-16T09:00:50","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T13:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/collegefootball\/?p=62470"},"modified":"2025-09-23T12:37:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T16:37:09","slug":"tasty-tailgate-treats-2023-season-recap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/collegefootball\/2024\/08\/16\/tasty-tailgate-treats-2023-season-recap\/","title":{"rendered":"Tasty Tailgate Treats 2023 Season Recap"},"content":{"rendered":"

As we continue to countdown to the kickoff of the 2024 college football season we tackle a recap of last year’s tasty tailgate treats. Last week we recapped the 2021 and 2022 seasons<\/a> of tasty tailgate treats. Which recipe was your favorite? \u00a0This week we have all the recipes from the 2023 season. SO MANY TASTY TREATS to make your mouth water.\u00a0<\/span> All Y’all enjoy and let us know which one is your favorite.<\/span><\/p>\n

Kickoff Weekend<\/h3>\n

We started 2023 with a collection of treats for the kickoff weekend. Since it is still warmer than football season should be we kept the recipes cool. Starting with a Midwest Mary<\/a> that paired nicely with Cobb Salad Sub. <\/a>\u00a0As well as the Dilly Veggie Pizza. <\/a>And who doesn’t love a tasty dip like the\u00a0Irish Nacho Dip<\/a>? Then you always need a little something sweet to top off the day. No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookies<\/a><\/p>\n

Cheese Balls and Meat Balls<\/h3>\n

Here at Last Word on College Football we seem to be partial to cheese balls, meatballs, and well any bite-sized treat that makes tailgating a little tastier. They are even better with football-themed names and a little splash of alcohol to enhance the flavors. Check out the collection of meatballs Sideline Sausage Balls,<\/a> Bacon Cheeseburger Balls,<\/a> and some\u00a0Barbecue and Beer Meatballs<\/a>. There are more cheese ball recipes than there are college football teams and these were two of the best. The\u00a0Football BBQ Pulled Pork Cheese Ball <\/a>and the\u00a0Cracked Out Cheese Ball.<\/a> Finishing up with another sweet treat Football Cookies and Cream Cheese Ball<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Cool Treats for Hot Games<\/b><\/h3>\n

As global warming keeps September on the toasty side we found some cool tasty treats to get you through the Noon kickoffs and the late afternoon heat. Starting with a couple of pasta salads like the \u00a0Tailgating Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad <\/a>and the BLT Pasta Salad<\/a>. A Fruit Salsa<\/a> is a tasty salsa alternative. \u00a0Peach season is in full force so it is the perfect time to whip up a \u00a0S<\/b>parkling Spiked Peach Lemonade.<\/a><\/p>\n

When You Dip I Dip We Dip<\/h3>\n

Dips are a staple at a tailgate. Everything can be a dip if you mix enough stuff. Here is an exceptional collection of dips. A little spice and cheese to get the tailgate started \u00a0Cheesy Jalape\u00f1o Corn Dip,<\/a> \u00a0Cheesy Black Bean Dip, <\/a>and Beer Bacon and Cheese Dip.<\/a> Then add some \u00a0“healthy” dips with some Avocado Hummus<\/a> and Buffalo Cauliflower Dip<\/a>. Every tailgate party is always better with a few dips with funny names like\u00a0Hissy Fit Dip<\/a> and\u00a0Booty Dip<\/a>. \u00a0You have to keep your guest happy and any one of these dips will do the trick.<\/p>\n

A Slew of Sloppy Joes<\/h3>\n

Who doesn’t love a sloppy Joe? We have every flavor of sloppy Joe you can think of.\u00a0 Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes<\/a> because there is Buffalo Chicken EVERYTHING. A tasty Italian twist Slow-Cooker Italian Sloppy Joes<\/a>. As well as\u00a0Moo Shu Sloppy Joes<\/a> and Greek Sloppy Joes.<\/a> \u00a0For the traditionalist out there, the good Old Fashioned Sloppy Joe <\/a>is the way to go.<\/p>\n

Not Your Average Puff Pastry<\/h3>\n

Putting your favorite ingredients in a puff pastry makes almost everything bite-sized and isn’t everything better in a neat bite-sized package?\u00a0Cajun Sausage Puffs With Bourbon Mustard <\/a>are tasty enough to make any LSU fan’s mouth water. For all the mushroom lovers we have Mushroom Bundles.<\/a> \u00a0A little meat to keep your tailgate friends full we have Ham and Cheese Puff Pinwheels<\/a>\u00a0and Sausage Cream Cheese Puffs.<\/a> \u00a0You can’t have a puff pastry collection without the sweetest treat Salted Caramel Pecan Puff Pastry<\/a><\/p>\n

Slider-ing Into October<\/h3>\n

Sliders are the best handheld sandwiches to have in one hand while you have your cocktail in the other hand. For the ungodly early morning tailgates for the Noon kickoffs Bagel Breakfast Sliders<\/a>. They pair well with a bloody Mary.\u00a0For the post-game and afternoon kickoffs, we have Turkey Swiss Chees Melt Sliders <\/a>and BLT Sliders with Caramelized Onions and Arugula<\/a>,\u00a0Chicken Parmesan Sliders<\/a>, and last but not least\u00a0Bourbon, Bacon, And Blue Cheese Steak Sliders.<\/a><\/p>\n

On a Stick Season<\/h3>\n

Everything tastes better on a stick. Or at least it does during state fair season. These are some of the more fun treats available on a stick and oh so perfect for your tailgate.\u00a0Loaded Tater Tots on a Stick\u00a0<\/a>and Bourbon Brats on a Stick.<\/a>\u00a0 For a new twist on some old favorites\u00a0 Spaghetti & Meatballs on a Stick <\/a>and Steak and Potatoes on a Stick.<\/a> And of course, anything football-shaped is a winner at the tailgate party Football Cookie Dough Pops<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A Cornucopia of Crock Pot Chilis<\/h3>\n

As the season plays on the weather finally starts to cool off and any excuse to toss a chili together in the crockpot is an excuse to have a tailgate party. White Chicken Chili,<\/a>\u00a0Crockpot Vegetarian Chili,<\/a> and Butternut Squash Chickpea Chili<\/a> are some great flavors to keep the chili options ever-changing and exciting.\u00a0Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili <\/a>is always a fun twist. While Crock Pot Chili Mac and Cheese <\/a>adds a new layer to a traditional chili.<\/p>\n

Beverages To Thrill A Crowd<\/h3>\n

One thing you need at every successful tailgate is a wide array of beverages. These are some very adult beverages and very tasty beverages. Mulled Winter White Wine <\/a>and Apple Cider Old Fashioned.<\/a> The Fireball Hot Toddy <\/a>is a new way to say Welcome to the Sip. While a\u00a0Sriracha Bloody Beer with Chili Sugar Bacon <\/a>will cure all the college football fan’s ailments.<\/p>\n

All The Soup For You<\/h3>\n

Soups are a staple in the late Fall games. They are quick and easy to make while easily feeding a crowd. These are a few recipes that are as exciting as the conference matchups.\u00a0Dumpling Soup<\/a> and Cauliflower Chowder<\/a> are full of flavor.\u00a0While Beef Tortellini Soup,<\/a> Cheddar Cheese Potato Soup,<\/a> and Chicken Parm Soup<\/a> give a cozy comfort food vibe.<\/p>\n

Wild Weekend of Wings<\/h3>\n

You can never have too many wings at a tailgate. These recipes are a little off the beaten path but tasty nonetheless. Dill Pickle Chicken Wings <\/a>because everything has a dill pickle twist lately. Bourbon makes everything a little tastier Sticky Bourbon Chicken Wings. <\/a>While Honey Mustard Chicken Wings <\/a>and Jalape\u00f1o Chicken Wings<\/a> complement any tailgating spread. These Buffalo Cauliflower Wings <\/a>can sit side by side with their fan-favorite traditional friend and give vegetarian tailgaters a tasty option.<\/p>\n

Thanksgiving Appetizers and Thanksgiving Leftovers<\/h3>\n

The holidays come in fast and furious just like the Georgia football team driving through Athens. These appetizers help everyone get through the Forced Family Fun of the holidays. Then of course we have to make something with the leftovers to carry us through the last few games of the regular season. A great project for the bored teenagers at the holiday party they can whip up a cute Turkey Cheese Ball.<\/a>\u00a0Who doesn’t love sausage dip? It can be breakfast or lunch. It is tasty no matter what time you eat it. Sausage Dip.<\/a> These tasty bites add a fun layer to all the traditional Thanksgiving treats French Onion Soup Bites<\/a> and\u00a0Beef-Stuffed Mushrooms.<\/a> As everyone navigates their Thanksgiving leftovers while online shopping all the Black Friday deals these tasty treats make everything better.\u00a0Thanksgiving Leftover Tacos <\/a>and Bacon Wrapped Stuffing Bites<\/a> because everything is better in a taco or wrapped in bacon.\u00a0Leftover Turkey Salad <\/a>is a tasty option that can feed your tailgate crowd as well as\u00a0All The Thanksgiving Leftovers: Turkey Potato Chowder use all those leftovers up at once. You cannot forget a sweet and tart tasty treat\u00a0Leftover Cranberry Sauce Bars.<\/a><\/p>\n

Championship Weekend<\/h3>\n

As the college football playoffs expand to 12 teams the need for more and more tailgate recipes will expand as well. Last year we did team-themed recipes. This season we will have to come up with some new and exciting recipes to get you through the new and crazy world of college football playoffs.<\/p>\n

Big 12 Style<\/b><\/p>\n

Cowboy Cookies\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Texas BBQ Bloody Mary<\/a><\/p>\n

Big 10 Style<\/b><\/p>\n

Wolverine Wassail<\/a><\/p>\n

Scotcheroos<\/a><\/p>\n

SEC Style<\/b><\/p>\n

Georgia-Style Boiled Peanuts<\/a><\/p>\n

Alabama Sliders<\/a><\/p>\n

Cozy Crockpot Soups<\/h3>\n

Because it is Winter and soup rocks. These are the comfort foods that will feed everyone who is still going strong at the end of the season. Traditional\u00a0<\/strong>Beef Stew<\/a> has so many ways to tweak this to your liking. While Crockpot Potato Soup<\/a> is hearty and warm with a variety of meat add-ins to give it more flavor. Lasagna Soup<\/a> and Chicken Enchilada Soup<\/a> always make for a tasty pregame treat.<\/p>\n

Holidays and Bowl Games<\/h3>\n

With the holidays and college football all tied up in a neat little package you can combine your holiday party with your tailgate party and voila you have the perfect excuse to make a batch of\u00a0Brandy Hot Toddy <\/a>they also help keep those colds at bay. While Butterscotch Haystacks \/ Tumbleweeds <\/a>are the most underrated holiday treat. Naughty Knots <\/a>just because of the name, be naughty save Santa a trip! Finally, the \u00a0Sausage Roll Wreath <\/a>and Pull-Apart Christmas Tree<\/a> so you can be the hostess with the mostest.<\/p>\n

New Year’s Eve<\/b><\/h3>\n

No need to go out in the crowds when you can stay home and watch football to your heart’s content all while wearing your lucky sweats. These tasty treats add a little “fancy” to your tailgate party.\u00a0Raspberry Sorbet Spritz,<\/a>\u00a0Bacon Wrapped Dates, <\/a>and\u00a0Champagne Cupcakes<\/a>. While Sausage Balls <\/a>are just a fan favorite that you can dress up or dress down they are always popular.<\/p>\n

On The Menu<\/h3>\n

Next week we will have a brand new stash of tasty tailgate treats to kick off the 2024 college football season. The season of change as we navigate new realigned super conferences. It should be a fun season.<\/p>\n

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