Build a Winning Game-Day Spread with Big Flavor and Less Mess

Game day is about more than the big plays, touchdown-saving tackles and final score. Whether you’re gathering in the stadium parking lot or hosting friends for an at-home watch party, a memorable experience begins long before kickoff.

Start your pregame festivities with an MVP-worthy spread that’s simple to serve, easy to eat and keeps fans full through the final whistle. For example, the flavor of Buffalo is a game-day staple, but wings aren’t the only way to enjoy it.

For less mess, Buffalo Chicken Caesar and Celery Wraps pair convenience with the cool crunch of Dandy Celery, a year-round superstar ingredient for many of your favorite football-inspired dishes. It’s packed with flavor and low in calories, making it a smart choice for snacking.

The contrasting tastes and textures offer a satisfying bite, whether you slice the wraps into smaller portions for appetizer-style serving or leave them whole for fans with hearty appetites.

Nervous nibblers during the game’s most tense moments may prefer a lighter bite, and that’s where a dependable dip can come through in the clutch. This Buffalo Hummus recipe puts a tailgate-spin on the familiar favorite, combining creamy texture with a little heat.

Serve it alongside crackers, chips or crisp vegetables like Dandy celery dippers, fresh-cut celery sticks that are pre-washed and ready to eat at your convenience – a true time-saver when the clock is ticking.

Design your own winning game plan by finding more tailgating recipes at DudaFresh.com.

Buffalo Chicken Caesar and Celery Wraps

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1/4 cup Buffalo sauce
  • 2 cups Dandy romaine hearts chopped
  • 1 cup Dandy celery chopped (about 4 ribs)
  • 1/3 cup Caesar dressing
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 large flour tortillas 10 inches

Instructions

  • In bowl, toss shredded chicken with Buffalo sauce. Set aside.
  • To make salad: In separate bowl, combine romaine, celery, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese and black pepper. Mix well.

 

Buffalo Hummus

Servings 8 Prep Time 5 minutes Print Recipe Pin Recipe Share Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas 15 ounces, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup Buffalo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 lemon juice only
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2-3 tablespoons ice water
  • dairy-free blue cheese for garnish (optional)
  • chopped chives for garnish (optional)
  • paprika for garnish (optional)
  • olive oil for garnish (optional)
  • Dandy Celery Dippers
  • pita chips

Instructions

  • In food processor, puree drained chickpeas, tahini, Buffalo sauce, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. Add water through lid until desired consistency is achieved.
  • Spread hummus onto serving plate or bowl. Garnish, if desired, with dairy-free blue cheese, chopped chives, paprika and drizzle of olive oil. Serve with celery dippers and pita chips.

 

Source: Duda Farm Fresh Foods (Feature Impact)

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