Game Day Entertaining
Southern Socials
Southwestern Brunch Fanfare
South-of-the-border specialties always have football fanatics lining up for seconds, particularly when fan-favorite foods head up a roster of goodies so you can’t go wrong to serve a menu that originally ran to honor the matchups between Alabama vs Texas A&M & Auburn vs Ole Miss on October 7, 2017, Southwestern Brunch Fanfare. Tex-Mex Migas Breakfast Burritos, a game day take off of a traditional Mexican skillet meal popular in the morning hours, are filled with eggs, bacon & crushed spicy nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips. They can be topped & rolled ahead of time, then held in a cooler to keep them warm longer. A quick Gridiron Sandwich Wrap adds an extra hearty dose of spirit for a fun serving option while Southwestern Bloody Mary’s boast a spicy kick with sliced jalapeños. Get ready to up your tailgating game with a collection of recipes & food finds that take game day to a whole new level.
The Menu
Southwestern Brunch Fanfare
That’s a wrap! Bacon & eggs star in this tasty take on a breakfast-style burrito. Think beyond the morning hours for this Southwestern inspired game day feast. A tailgating icon, the bloody Mary, gets a regional lift & adds loads of good spirit to this delicious menu.
Tex-Mex Migas Breakfast Burritos
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Tortilla Chips * Corn Chips
Southwestern Bloody Mary’s
Soft Drinks * Water
Tex-Mex Migas Breakfast Burritos
makes 8 servings
Game Changer
Migas are a traditional early morning Mexican skillet dish prepared with fried corn tortillas & eggs. Extra spicy nacho cheese tortilla chips make an appearance in this game day version designed to tackle hearty appetites. The seasoning on the chips provide a flavorful kick without the need to pull out additional spices from the cupboard.
2 tsp vegetable oil
1/2 small sweet onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, pressed
8 eggs, lightly beaten
3 Tbsp water
1/2 tsp kosher salt
4 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled
1 cup coarsely crushed spicy nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Fresh lime juice
1 {9.2-oz} package {8-count} flour tortillas
Toppings: Diced tomato, grilled corn kernels, queso fresco & Homemade Salsa
Salute the onion in hot oil in a large non-stick skillet over Medium heat 5 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic & cook 1 additional minute. Whisk together the eggs, the water & the salt in a large bowl. Turn down the heat to Medium-Low & pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Slowly draw a silicon rubber spatula through the eggs while cooking until almost set, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle the eggs with the bacon, the chips & the cilantro, folding though the mixture until coated. Squeeze a smidgen of lime juice over the eggs. Divide the egg mixture between the flour tortillas & sprinkle with the desired toppings. Roll up the tortillas & secure with wooden picks or decorate with Gridiron Sandwich Wraps.
The Extra Point
Charred corn tortillas can be used to roll up the burritos for an equally tasty variation, if desired.
Mexican Street Corn Dip
makes 8 servings
Trick Play
Using a blend of fresh & frozen corn kernels delivers intense flavor while shaving prep time off the clock. Expect the dip to be full of saucy flavor. Give it a good stir every now & then during the party for an instant pep rally.
2 ears fresh corn on the cob, shucked
1 cup crumbled queso fresco
1/2 cup sour cream
3 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp minced jalapeno
1 clove garlic, pressed
1 1/4 tsp chili powder
1 tsp kosher salt
1 {15-oz} bag frozen corn, thawed
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Garnishes: Freshly ground pepper, chili powder & queso fresco
Tortilla or corn chips
Grill the corn over direct Medium-High heat {350 to 400 degrees} 10 minutes, turning often, until charred. Cool 30 minutes. Cut the kernels from the cobs. Stir together the queso fresco & the next 6 ingredients in a bowl. Fold in the thawed corn, the onion & the cilantro. Transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish, if desired. Serve with chips.
The Extra Point
Try the dip over lunch salads with grilled chicken, tomatoes & crushed tortilla chips. The dip can also be served over Taco Tuesday delights.
Game Day Cocktails 101
Style Points
Jalapeños sliced thin not only add a spicy kick-off to this tailgating favorite but also creates an instant garnish to the cocktail.
Southwestern Bloody Mary’s
makes 8 servings
The Basic Fundamentals
Down. The. Hatch. Auburn fans can revel in a glass of this classic game day cocktail with a twist that can be prepared with a Mississippi state original, Cat Head Vodka, giving new meaning to taking down the the Ole Miss Rebel competition.
1 {64-oz} bottle vegetable juice, chilled
1 cup vodka or tequila
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
3 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tsp dark brown sugar
2 tsp chili powder
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp ground cumin
2 jalapeños, thinly sliced
Garnishes: Lime slices & jalapeños
Combine the first 9 ingredients in a large pitcher. Serve over ice. Garnish, if desired.
The Extra Point
Try offering a selection of tasty added garnishes such as pickled okra, cucumber spears or carrot sticks. Follow my tips as outlined in The Essential Guide To Crafting A Game Day Bloody Mary to make your best to date.
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{helpful advice}
How To Create A Winning Menu
When you know how far in advance items may be prepared, it’s a cinch to plan a lovely gathering. Follow these pointers & have your best tailgating social to date.
The Technique
Prepare the burritos, wrap in foil & hold in a cooler just before serving to keep warm. The Mexican Street Corn Dip can be made up to 2 days ahead of time. Portion individual servings in Mason jars for a special touch. Wrap the tip of the jar with ribbon in school colors. Make several pitchers of the bloody Mary’s as they’ll go quickly. Hold in the refrigerator or cooler & pull them into the line up as needed. Ice down plenty of juice, water & soft drinks in beverage tubs to win big.
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Game Day Entertaining 101
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Game Day Crafts 101: Almond Footballs
The Tune
“Dust My Broom” Elmore James
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