Game Day Entertaining
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Southern-Style Taco Bar
Taco Tuesday fun makes a wonderful spread option for game day. Prep beef, chop toppings & warm tortilla shells ahead of time. Organize items just before guests arrive. Fans can graze at their leisure during the game.
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Southern-Style Taco Bar
Set out an array of toppings for a game winning spread.
Crunch Time Pimiento Cheese Tacos
Triple Threat Loaded Nachos
Homemade Taco Beef
Pimiento Cheese 101
Zesty Chipotle-Ranch Cream
Pico De Galo
Southwestern Bloody Mary’s
Crunch Time Pimiento Cheese Tacos
makes 6 servings
10 large or 12 regular-sized taco shells
2 cups Homemade Taco Beef
1 1/2 cups Pimiento Cheese 101
Pico De Galo
Zesty Chipotle-Ranch Cream
Crushed nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Bake the taco shells 5 to 6 minutes on a half sheet pan to crisp. Remove from the oven & allow them to cool completely. Fill each taco shell with 2 1/2 to 3 Tbsp warm Homemade Taco Beef. Top with about 2 Tbsp of Pimiento Cheese 101, Pico De Galo & Zesty Chipotle-Ranch Sauce. Serve Immediately.
Homemade Taco Beef
makes 3 1/2 cups
1 1/4 lbs 80% lean ground beef, cooked & drained
2 Tbsp chili powder
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp chipotle chili powder
1 {14.5-oz} can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup water or beer
1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Place the cooked beef in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chili powder, the cumin, the salt, the pepper & the chipotle chili powder. Cook for 1 1/2 minutes & stir the mixture on occasion. Add the tomatoes & the water. Bring the mixture to a boil & simmer, stirring occasionally 5 minutes or until about 1 Tbsp of liquid remains. Sprinkle with the cilantro. Use as directed.
Old-School Pimiento Cheese
makes about 3 cups
1 {4-oz} jar diced pimientos, drained
2/3 cup mayo
2 Tbsp spicy brown mustard
1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp grated sweet onion, minced
1/4 tsp ground red pepper
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 lb extra sharp white Cheddar cheese, grated
Combine the first 7 ingredients in a large bowl. Fold in the cheese until well blended. Refrigerate, covered, up to 1 week. Use as directed.
Pico De Galo
makes about 2 cups
4 plum tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 small garlic clove, pressed
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Kosher salt & freshly ground pepper
Stir together all of the ingredients until combined. Use as directed.
Zesty Chipotle-Ranch Cream
makes about 1 1/2 cups
1 {1-oz} package Ranch-style dressing mix
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 Tbsp minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
2 tsp adobo sauce
Garnish: Fresh parsley
Whisk together all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Chill 1 hour. Garnish, if desired. Use as directed.
Triple Threat Loaded Nachos
makes 8 servings
2 cups Homemade Taco Beef
1 {15-oz} can black beans, rinsed & drained
1 {15 1/2-oz} bag regular or nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips
4 cups shredded Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheese blend
Pico De Galo
1 avocado, diced
2 jalapeños, sliced
Zesty Chipotle-Ranch Cream
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Stir together the beef & the beans in a medium bowl. Lightly grease 2 cast iron skillets, 8 to 10-inches in size or 2 {13 x 9-inch} quarter sheet pans. Layer 1/4 bag of the chips in each skillet or pan. Top with 1/4 of the the beef & bean mixture. Sprinkle with 1/4 of the cheese. Repeat the layers once. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until the cheese melts. Remove from the oven. Top each with half of the Pico De Galo, half of the avocado & half of the jalapeños. Drizzle with 1/4 cup of the Zesty Chipotle-Ranch Cream. Serve immediately with the remaining cream on the side.
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 Set Up A Game Day Taco Bar
Organize fiesta favorites for a winning tailgate spread. Follow my tips to pull it off.
The Technique
Keep the beef warm in a slow cooker. Crisp taco shells ahead of time. Offer corn & flour tortillas for a variety of options. Place toppers such as lettuce, cheese, black olives & onions in small ramekins. Salsa, guacamole & sauces can be placed in Mason jars. Fill brown lunch sacks with tortilla chips for grab & go ease. Ice down beverages in a separate area to prevent bottle necking in the salsa line.
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Game Day Entertaining 101
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Game Day Crafts 101: Gridiron Tailgating Bags
Game Day Crafts 101: Almond Footballs
The Tune
“Dust My Broom” Elmore James
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