Thursday, February 5, 2026

Game Day Eats: Salsa, Nachos, Wings, Peanut Brittle & More 🏈

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Salsa (Restaurant-Style)
Bowl of salsa on a plate with chips.

Back in high school, my younger sister worked a summer job as a hostess at a popular Mexican restaurant known for its chips and salsa. She made the most of the free salsa perk, gobbling it up by the literal bucketful. The distinct salsa fragrance that lingered with her that summer will forever be etched in our memories. For years, she's been nudging me to come up with a recipe reminiscent of that salsa, and with this one, I believe I've nailed it.

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Beef Nachos
beef nachos on sheet pan with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

Every family has that one dish that disappears the second it hits the table, and in my house, it's these cheesy beef nachos. Made with well-seasoned ground beef, fresh homemade salsa, and plenty of tortilla chips smothered in melty cheese, they're perfect for game day.

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Crispy Baked Chicken Wings
Crispy baked chicken wings on plate.

I love crispy chicken wings, but not always the idea of deep-frying. Baked wings are a great alternative, but they don't always turn out as crispy as you'd hope. This method solves that. Parboiling the wings briefly before roasting melts away excess fat, so they crisp up beautifully in the oven—no frying required.

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Ham and Cheese Sliders
Ham and cheese sliders on a plate.

Ham and cheese sliders are a personal favorite of mine for any casual gathering, big or small. Soft, fluffy buns (such as King's Hawaiian rolls) are filled with sliced ham and melted Swiss cheese, but the real star is the tangy butter sauce brushed on before baking.

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Peanut Brittle
pieces of peanut brittle on parchment-lined baking sheet

Making homemade peanut brittle might sound like a project, but it's much easier than you'd think. Salty-sweet and easy to nibble, it's perfect to put out for company or keep around for snacking.

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