“Only five more days, Mum.” That was the greeting yesterday morning. No “Good morning, Mum”, no hug – just the countdown to football’s biggest day of the year. If you don’t follow NFL news, my son would want me to tell you that his beloved New York Giants are playing the New England Patriots in a knockdown, drag-out showdown. He is practically sleeping in his New York Giants’ jersey and baseball hat, determined that his dedication to Eli Manning and the rest of the boys will determine Sunday’s outcome. While my son is busy brushing up on stats, practicing his touchdown dance and checking the status of each player online, I am sifting through recipes and dreaming up our menu for the big day.
Now, don’t get me wrong. I am a sports fan and will not be watching “just for the ads” (though it’s hard not to be entertained by football-playing Clydesdales). I will be right in there, shaking my fist at the refs, chest-bumping on the touchdowns and groaning at the fumbles. But I’ll also be eating. Appetizer, dips, wings – these are all “must-haves” on Super Bowl Sunday.
Here are a few of our favorite nibbles and meals. I’d love to hear about some of your tried-and-true Super Bowl recipes. Please feel free to leave recipes or links in the comments section.
Go Giants!
Cocktails:
(Left to right)
The Caesar Cocktail (aka The Canadian Bloody Mary)
Frozen Strawberry & Lime Daiquiri
Appetizers:
(Clockwise from top left)
Roasted Shrimp with Rosemary, Garlic & Lemon
Baked French Fries with Indian Spices (Cumin & Coriander)
Crostini with Balsamic Caramelized Onions, Melted Cheese & Sage
Grilled Zucchini Rolls with Herbed Goat Cheese & Kalamata Olives
Dips:
(Clockwise from top left)
Edamame Dip with Smoked Paprika & Garlic
Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil Cream Cheese Spread
Spicy Black Bean Dip with Roasted Red & Chipotle Peppers
Artichoke & Hazelnut Pesto Dip/Spread
Soup, Stews & Chili:
(Clockwise from top left)
Hearty Chicken Stew with Butternut Squash & Quinoa
Lean Bison & Barley Soup with Green Peas
Smoky Turkey Chili with Chipotle Peppers & Black Beans
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup with Black Beans & Corn
Heartier Fare:
(Clockwise from top left)
Sticky & Sweet Chicken Wings with Soy, Honey & Ginger
Cannellini Bean “Meatballs” with Tomato Sauce
Baked Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs
Healthy Lasagne with Turkey, Pesto & Peppers
Desserts:
(Clockwise from top left)
Nutella & Sea Salt Stuffed Sugar Cookies
Reese’s Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cheesecake Bars
Nutella & Cream Cheese Swirled Blondies
Oatmeal Chocolate Fudge Layer Bars
Jessica says
Feb 1, 2012 at 12:51 amAwesome roundup! I just found two more recipes for my Superbowl menu! ;-D
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:00 pmI’m so glad, Jessica! Enjoy your Super Bowl feast.
Belinda @zomppa says
Feb 1, 2012 at 4:36 amI guess we could come together for this wonderful food, but…PATS, baby!!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:01 pmHa! Pats, huh? You’re still the best, Belinda. 😉
Eliana says
Feb 1, 2012 at 5:11 amWhat a delicious collection of recipes. Every single one looks bette than the last.
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:01 pmThank you, Eliana. It was fun to put this virtual feast together.
Alex@Spoonful of Sugar Free says
Feb 1, 2012 at 5:24 amWhat a great collection!!! Some of my go-to’s are guacamole, homemade hummus, there’s a sausage antipasto skewer on my blog everyone loves (http://spoonfulofsugarfree.com/2011/11/01/antipasto-skewers/), and I never think you can go wrong with date-nut bites in any flavor.
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:02 pmAlex, I love the sound of your antipasto skewers and will definitely check that out.
the wicked noodle says
Feb 1, 2012 at 6:35 amDara, they all look amazing! Super Bowl is all about the food and the ads for me 🙂
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:02 pmKristy, I actually love watching the game, but the food and ads are also a big part of the day.
Maria says
Feb 1, 2012 at 6:59 amWe are looking forward to Sunday. I am cheering for the Giants and Josh is rooting for the Patriots:) Should be a good game…with good food too:)
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:03 pmUh oh, you two better sit on opposite sides of the room!
Barbara | Creative Culinary says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:10 amI find it hard to get ‘Super’ excited about the game if I don’t care about the teams that are playing…so the food is most often the star. Great lineup, now I’m hungry and most importantly? Coming from St Louis, the home of Anheiser Busch; I’ve seen some of the Clydesdale’s up close and though not a beer drinker; can’t help but love those horses.
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:03 pmThose horses are gorgeous. How lucky that you’ve seen those beauties up close! I would love one of your fine cocktails on Super Bowl Sunday.
Katie {Epicurean Mom Blog} says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:14 amWe are so looking forward to the super bowl too!
All of these sounds fab! I’m especially digging the caesar cocktail, i love bloody’s!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:04 pmThank you, Katie. That Caesar is one of my all-time favorite cocktails.
Liz says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:14 amOf course, I zeroed in on the sweets!!! Those Reese’s cheesecake bars look fabulous!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:04 pmLiz, I promise you will not be disappointed if you make those cheesecake bars. They really are unforgettable!
Tracy says
Feb 1, 2012 at 10:47 amDelicious recipes, Dara! Although I do love the game, one of my favorite parts about the Super Bowl is the food, and everything here looks fabulous! 🙂
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:05 pmI’ll be thinking of you and the rest of our fantasy football gals on Super Bowl Sunday.
Roz@weightingfor50 says
Feb 1, 2012 at 11:51 amWhat time should I be over on Sunday Dara??? HA!!! Kidding of course, but fantastic looking recipes!!!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:05 pmYou can come by anytime, Roz!
Julia {The Roasted Root} says
Feb 1, 2012 at 1:46 pmAs a die-hard chili fanatic, I always love seeing a new twist on an amazing dish – looks great! Nice game day creations!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:06 pmThanks, Julia. That chili is a favorite with my family and friends. We always make double batches and freeze the extras for future meals.
foodwanderings says
Feb 1, 2012 at 1:57 pmOh Dara, Love this roundup of recipes for the superbowl. Everything looks as delicious as usual!!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:06 pmThanks so much, Shulie!
Deborah says
Feb 1, 2012 at 2:57 pmWhat a great roundup!! I want one of everything!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:07 pmThanks, Deborah. It’s hard to narrow down the choices for Sunday.
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
Feb 1, 2012 at 3:45 pmOooh yum! What a great list. I’ll take a daquiri, fries and turkey chili please. You deliver right? 😉
Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says
Feb 1, 2012 at 9:07 pmSounds like the perfect menu to me!
Chris @ TheKeenanCookbook says
Feb 2, 2012 at 6:25 amEven though I’m not that big a football fan, I am pleased to hear your son is a fan of the Giants, our home team here 🙂
I’ll be honest, I like Super Bowl more for the ads (guess that’s why I’m a marketer) and the food.
Awesome round up here! I wish you were closer so I can stop by, hahah.
Enjoy game day! 🙂
Sommer@ASpicyPerspective says
Feb 2, 2012 at 7:38 amDara, that’s so funny! My little guys just know we’re having a party this weekend. they have no idea for what!! All the dishes look amazing. 🙂
Jeanette says
Feb 2, 2012 at 8:03 amIt is going to be a big game! I think this weekend is probably the next biggest day after Christmas in my house since the Giants are in the Super Bowl this year! Go Giants!
Jean (Lemons and Anchovies) says
Feb 2, 2012 at 8:09 amI haven’t followed football since I left my parents’ home but I think I just might start again if any of this food will be served. You’ve got so much great stuff here that I almost don’t know where to start. That’s a good problem to have. 🙂
Steve @ the black peppercorn says
Feb 2, 2012 at 11:22 amGo Giants is right! Woohoo! I am loving your collection of snacks you have here. I am putting together my menu for Sunday and I may have one or two of these on the list!
Roxana GreenGirl { A little bit of everything} says
Feb 2, 2012 at 12:27 pmI thought this round-up can;t get any better until I scrolled down and saw those Reese’s Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake Bars. Oh man! I want one right now!
Shari, The Saucy Gourmet says
Feb 2, 2012 at 12:57 pmDara, I am not a huge pro-football fan, but watch out once college ball starts again in Sept, GO GATORS!!! I have bookmarked this post for our big FL/UF Party.
lint says
Apr 19, 2012 at 1:22 pmThis looks so good, wow. I will definitely start following you, this is amazing.