1Pimento Cheese-Stuffed Mini Peppers
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 2Jambalaya
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERSpicy, hearty, and incredibly flavorful, jambalaya is a New Orleans classic for good reason. Its complex flavor is informed by cuisines from around the world—Spanish, West African, and French to name a few. Our recipe combines three proteins and vegetable-packed rice for a flavor-packed dish that will keep you warm if you're not in the South this game day.
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3Cheesy Shrimp & Grit Bites
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONShrimp & grits are a Southern staple for good reason: the combination of creamy grits and spiced juicy shrimp in a holy trinity-spiked sauce is a match made in heaven. You can eat it for nearly every meal... including as a game day appetizer, thanks to these adorable bites.
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4Shrimp Po' Boy Burgers
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5Cornbread-Stuffed Mussels
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE 6Muffuletta Pizza
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis pizza has the same components as its namesake muffuletta sandwich (with a chewy-crisp crust standing in for the sesame roll!) but is arguably even simpler to make, portion, and serve to a big crowd. Make it for a casual dinner OR a Mardi Gras bash, and watch everyone freak out.
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7Crispy Fried Chicken
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON To complete the journey to fried chicken nirvana, we went through 5 whole chickens, 3 gallons of peanut oil, and over 20 iterations of the recipe. The final result is a simple formula: a seasoned buttermilk brine + a dip in batter + a shake in flour + a dunk into a pot of hot oil = the only fried chicken recipe you'll ever need.
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8Hush Puppies
ETHAN CALABRESEHush puppies—or fried balls of savory cornmeal batter—are a welcome addition to any seafood spread or fried food feast. These golden, crispy bites are so easy to make, they're the perfect last-minute appetizer for all your game day festivities.
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9Smoked Sausage Cajun Alfredo
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 10Southern Fried Oysters
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONLong before the creation of fried oysters, oysters were considered a poor man’s food because they were so abundant in the waters off the East Coast of the United States. They were first breaded and fried in the Western Hemisphere in the mid-19th century and have since been upgraded with a crispy, crunchy cracker crust. TMYK!
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11Southern Baked Mac & Cheese
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONThis isn't your average mac & cheese. Chef Millie Peartree puts an entire layer of pure cheese in between two layers of (already cheesy) macaroni. Game. Changer. Your Super Bowl guests will flip.
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12Slow-Cooker Shrimp Boil
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI ; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONA shrimp boil is a wonderful thing, but not always to easiest to achieve in February. The solution is simple: Throw those same ingredients into the slow cooker and let the machine do the work. This is the kind of hands-off meal that makes game day entertaining a breeze.
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13Deviled Eggs
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONA classic appetizer, deviled eggs bring the party to any event. While they’re fairly simple to make, there are a few ways things can go wrong. If you’re looking for a foolproof method for hard-boiling and filling your deviled eggs, this recipe should be your new go-to.
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14Hot Crab Dip
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREOkay, we'll say it: Hot crab dip belongs in the party dip hall of fame. Packed with melty cheese and sweet, tender crab meat, this rich dip may seem extra-fancy, but it's so easy to whip up. It's the perfect last-minute app to throw together with minimal effort and is best served hot straight out of the oven!
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15Bourbon Balls
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: JASON SCHREIBERIf you’re looking for a boozy treat to get your New Orleans-themed Super Bowl party started, these little bites are calling your name. Made with finely chopped pecans, crushed vanilla wafer cookies, and of course, bourbon, these no-bake cookie truffles highlight the flavor of the bourbon while taming its typical burn.
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16Pulled Pork
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONIf you're looking for the best pulled pork recipe to keep in your back pocket—this is it. Sandwiched between a soft potato bun, piled on top of a baked potato, or even eaten on its own, pulled pork is the versatile must-make dish for any game
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17Remoulade Sauce
PHOTO: ANDREA MONZO; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDSNow synonymous with Cajun and Creole food, remoulade is a cold sauce with French origins that can be used to add flavor to anything from fried foods to your favorite sandwich. Always creamy, tangy, and spicy with a hint of sweetness, this sauce is guaranteed to become a fast favorite.
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18Muffuletta
PHOTO: KATE JORDAN; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERThe muffuletta was first served at Central Grocery, an Italian deli in Louisiana. Sicilian farmers would stop by the deli in between shifts at the French Market and juggle plates of olives, salumi, and cheese for lunch. To make it easier to eat, the owner decided to slap all the ingredients between two pieces of bread, and the muffuletta was born. The more you know!
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19Pimento Cheese
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANIAffectionately known as the “caviar of the South,” pimento cheese has been a Southern party staple since the early 1900s. This soft, creamy spread—loaded with shredded cheddar and spiked with diced pimento peppers and hot sauce—can be served hot or cold and is perfect for spreading on anything from crackers to celery.
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20Fried Chicken Strips
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