Football season is the ultimate time for thrilling games and, of course, delicious food! If you’re gearing up to host a football bash, you’re in the right place. Transform your snack spread into a game-winning feast with these easy and crowd-pleasing Football Party Food ideas.
For me, football season isn’t just about the touchdowns; it’s about the whole experience. Growing up as a Dallas Cowboys fan, game days were family affairs filled with friendly rivalries and, most importantly, fantastic food. Now, I’ve carried that tradition into my own home, where game day means easy, delicious snacks that let me enjoy the action alongside my guests. And trust me, these football party food recipes are designed to do just that – keep everyone happy without keeping you stuck in the kitchen. Plus, they pair perfectly with a refreshing drink – maybe even your favorite sangria! The secret ingredient to many of these fan-favorite recipes? Dean’s Dips!
Touchdown-Worthy Football Party Food: Roast Beef Sliders
When it comes to hosting a football party, finding the sweet spot between simple snacks and satisfying finger foods is key. You want to keep your guests fueled throughout the game without missing any of the on-screen excitement. That’s where these Roast Beef Sliders come into play. They’re not just perfect for football season; they’re a home run for any gathering. And the secret weapon? Dean’s French Onion Dip! While it’s a classic with chips, using it as a spread in these hot sliders takes them to a whole new level of deliciousness. Trust me, one bite of these Roast Beef Sliders, and your guests will be cheering for more.
These sliders are truly MVP material in the realm of Super Bowl party food. Imagine soft, Hawaiian-style sweet rolls layered with savory roast beef, melted Swiss cheese, creamy Dean’s French Onion Dip, and crispy fried onions, all topped with a mouthwatering garlic butter. The best part? They’re incredibly quick to assemble – just ten minutes of prep time, followed by fifteen minutes in the oven. If you’re looking for easy football party food, it doesn’t get much better than this.
Score a Second Serving with Wonton Taco Cups
After wowing your guests with the melt-in-your-mouth Roast Beef Sliders featuring Dean’s French Onion Dip, it’s time to bring out the next winning play: Wonton Taco Cups with Dean’s Ranch Dip! These crispy, bite-sized delights are always a hit. What makes them so great for football party food? They’re incredibly easy to make, fun to eat, and packed with flavor. Plus, they’re perfect for serving during halftime – you can assemble them in just ten minutes and bake them for another ten.
My love for tacos goes way back to my time living in California. Tacos are the ultimate versatile food – quick, customizable, and always a crowd-pleaser. And speaking of crowd-pleasers, ranch dressing is another universal favorite. That’s why Dean’s Ranch Dip is always on my Super Bowl party food shopping list! It’s the perfect creamy complement to so many game day snacks.
Football season is more than just the games; it’s about creating memories with loved ones while enjoying good food together. Sharing time and delicious snacks with family and friends is what it’s all about. And with the help of Dean’s Dips, you can be sure your football party food will be a guaranteed touchdown this year!
Roast Beef Sliders Recipe
Meaty sliders featuring Dean’s French Onion Dip, Swiss cheese, and French fried onions – a guaranteed touchdown at your football party!
Print Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sliders
Servings: 12 sliders
Calories: 373kcal
Author: Aubrey
Ingredients
- 16-ounce tub Dean’s French Onion Dip
- 12 Hawaiian-style sweet rolls
- 1 pound deli-sliced roast beef
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup French fried onions
- ½ cup melted garlic butter spread
- Poppy seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Without separating the rolls, slice them in half using a sharp knife. Place the bottom portion in the prepared dish and spread with Dean’s French Onion Dip.
- Top with an even layer of Swiss cheese, followed by roast beef and French fried onions. Place the roll tops back on.
- In a microwave-safe dish, melt garlic butter spread. Brush the melted garlic butter evenly over the tops of the rolls.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the rolls are golden brown. Remove from the oven and top with additional Dean’s French onion dip if desired.
- Cut into sliders and serve warm.
Notes
- For garlic butter, you can substitute ½ cup melted butter mixed with ¼ teaspoon garlic powder and ½ teaspoon dried parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 373kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 1016mg | Potassium: 116mg | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 620IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 267mg | Iron: 1.5mg
Wonton Taco Cups Recipe
Your football party food lineup will be a guaranteed win with these easy taco cups! Filled with seasoned beef, cheese, Dean’s Ranch Dip, and pico de gallo – they disappear fast!
Print Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: taco
Servings: 12 cups
Calories: 254kcal
Author: Aubrey
Ingredients
- 16-ounce tub Dean’s Ranch Dip
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup diced white onion
- 4 ounces canned diced green chilies
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 24 wonton wrappers
- Pico de gallo for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray. Place two wonton wrappers, overlapped and offset, in the bottom of each muffin cup.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef, diced onion, and green chilies over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes, until beef is browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and mix to combine thoroughly.
- Place about 1 ½ tablespoons of the meat mixture into each wonton cup. Top with 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until wonton wrappers are golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Remove from oven and top each taco cup with a dollop of Dean’s Ranch Dip and a spoonful of pico de gallo. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 581mg | Potassium: 158mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 205IU | Vitamin C: 4.6mg | Calcium: 143mg | Iron: 1.5mg
