Are You Ready For the Big Game?

This Sunday, only one thing will be on many Americans’ minds… Football.

The Big Game is more than just football: it’s about good-ole fashioned getting together and stuffing our faces.  Game-day food is always important, whether you’re hosting a large group or just the family.  Here are some tips to ensure food nirvana this Sunday.

Make it yourself

Take out food is greasy and expensive.  Sure it may taste good, but you can make the same items cheaper and healthier.  We want to stuff our faces, not have early heart attacks.  Several grocery chains have great sales on traditional game-day food.  While you’re doing the grocery shopping, be sure to pick up plenty of paper towels and trash bags. You’ll be glad to have them around when it’s time to clean up.

Make it ahead

You don’t want to be overheated in the kitchen while your guests have all the fun.  Make things like crock-pot chili, dips and cut veggies and fruit in advance. By having everything ready the night before, you’ve ensured that both you and your guests will have a great time at your event.

Make it simple

You’ll want to have plenty of food, but this is not the time to flex your gourmet skills.  Toss some chicken tenders with hot sauce or make your own wings from the thousands of recipes on the web.  The simpler things are, the less frazzled you’ll feel.

By following these simple guidelines you’ll know that all of the Saints Fans, Colts Fans and even commercial fans in your life will leave your party feeling happy and full.

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