The Super Bowl is the biggest football game of the year and the most-watched sporting event in America. Super Bowl LIX (59) is set for Sunday, Feb. 9 at 6:30 pm, where the Kansas City Chiefs will play the Philadelphia Eagles at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Even people who don’t care about the sport will attend parties and tune in to watch the game. Fans and non-fans alike will watch to see who’s singing the national anthem, what surprises the half-time show will include and which advertisers will have the best commercials of the night. Regardless of why people watch, they all have one thing in common: they need something to eat during the game. For the discerning party food enthusiast, Super Bowl snacks alone are enough reason to get excited!
Super Bowl parties can be approached like a potluck where every guest brings a Super Bowl snack to share. Below are some of the most popular items.
Buffalo Wings: Named after the city in New York, these chicken wings are broken in half, deep fried and tossed in a tangy spicy sauce. They are always a favorite, especially when served with a side of celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing, Buffalo wings are a staple for any football viewing party.
Chips and Dips: For those who don’t want to be bothered with cooking, chips and dip, including Ruffles potato chips and a can of French onion dip, are a great food item to bring to a Super Bowl party. For those with a more creative palate, there are endless varieties of flavors of chips that could be brought. Of course, it’s also hard to miss with a bag of tortilla chips and a jar of salsa. In general, it’s best to stay away from super spicy varieties to accommodate those with a milder spice tolerance.
Seven-Layer Dip If a party-goer wants to step it up a notch, a seven-layer dip is a great choice. As the name indicates, this dip is created by simply spreading layers of various ingredients to form a visually appealing and tasty dip. Some are served hot, while others are served cold. The layers can include any combination of refried beans, creamy queso, chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, olives, lettuce, sour cream and anything else of preference.
Burgers: One of the easiest signature meals to prepare is the classic beef patties. Being able to grill out before the Super Bowl and then prepare the burgers is a fun thing to do before the game even starts with family and friends. Laying out all the condiments and toppings is essential to securing this main meal. The classic ketchup, mustard, ranch and then the tomatoes, lettuce, onion and even extras such as cooking some bacon or caramelized onions make the burgers really come together.
Charcuterie board: A great idea when watching the game with multiple people is always a tray of different snacks. Charcuterie boards can be sweet, salty and anything else one would want to make it to be. A solid choice would be a mixed board such as chocolate-covered nuts, different types of meats, breads, candied fruit, veggies and crackers. One just goes to the stores, gets snacks, and lays it out on a platter for all to enjoy.
