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Game Day Menus

Carolyn Gratzer Cope

From the classics to Mexican-inspired to Instant Pot-friendly and more, here are NINE fabulous game day menus to make as-is or mix and match to your heart's desire.

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Lightened-up appetizers

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Our baked versions of these favorite recipes, if I do say so, taste even better than the originals.

The classics

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These crowd-pleasers are great for kids and adults alike. Why mess with success?

Mex/Tex-Mex inspired

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These Mexican and Tex-Mex inspired recipes are easy to serve on a casual buffet and offer a nice variety of flavors.

Instant Pot friendly

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Eager to use your Instant Pot to simplify your party menu? Here are three great ways to use it, plus two no-cook recipes & a batch of cookies.

Comfort food

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Even when it isn't game day, I firmly believe that the best parties are comfortable. Here's how to lean into comfort food in a big way.

Low carb/keto-friendly

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Low in carbs and high in flavor, these recipes will keep you satisfied on the big day.

Vegan

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Keeping it plant-based is easy with our gorgeous array of vegan game-day favorites.

Quick & easy

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Here are some favorite quick and easy football recipes that maximize satisfaction while minimizing the workload.

Platters & boards

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If you're in the mood for a giant, show-stopping buffet, it's easier than you may think to put together a variety of beautiful platters.

A few more favorites

Homemade soft pretzels

Beer cheese dip

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