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Slow Cooker Barbecue Brisket

This BBQ Brisket is so deliciously tender and flavorful, having slow cooked in a tomato-based chili sauce, beer, and brown sugar. 

Image: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Homemade Mac and Cheese

We have a number of gourmet mac and cheese recipes on the Almanac Web site. But here is an easy one for game day. Make it and never look back at that boxed stuff again!

Cuban Pork Recipe

In the Cuban-style dish, the pork simmers slowly and gets very tender as the citrus sauce thickens. Black beans and rice are optional sides, but highly recommended.

Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Dessert Empanadas

These golden mini turnovers are a delicious treat. Fill with quava paste or a fruit preserve of your choosing!

Credit: Sam Jones/Quinn Brein

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

This is one of our best Pulled Pork Sandwiches—and we’ve also included a recipe for BBQ sauce, baked beans and coleslaw.

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Sesame-Ginger Chicken Wings

Mmmm! Be prepared for folks to huddle ‘round with these flavorful wings!

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Bacon Sausage Chili

What’s a party playbook without chili? This easy Bacon Sausage Chili is surprisingly sweet and spicy all at once.

Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Not-Too-Spicy Veggie and Lentil Chili

An easy chili for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone just looking for a healthy and meatless dish! Get printable Veggie Chili recipe here.

Turkey Tacos

Folks can get creative with their Turkey Tacos and add whatever topping they’d like!

Credit: Sam Jones/Quinn Brein

Slow Cooker Ribs

This delicious slow cooker recipe for Sweet Tea Peach Pork Ribs is so easy you’ll make it over and over again! 

Credit: Sam Jones/Quinn Brein

Rolled Stuffed Lasagna

Italian’s always a crowd pleaser. This Rolled Stuffed Lasagna With Greens recipe is easier to eat than the traditional layered dish. 

Credit: Sam Jones/Quinn Brein

Soft Prezels

These homemade soft pretzels are so soft and buttery. They’re so easy to make and certainly better than those from any food chain. 

Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Guacamole

So easy to make! Team up that guacamole with some high-quality chips.

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Toffee Popcorn

How about some super-licious popcorn for a super game? And it’s so easy to make. Touchdown!

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Finally, we have to include something sweet to end the game on a high!

Chocolate Chunk Peanut Butter Cookies

Chocolate AND peanut butter? Yes please. Kick the flavor through the posts.

Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Banana Pudding

We love this Banana Pudding with vanilla wafers! Our version is rich and decadent, but also takes almost no time to make! Serve in a casserole dish or have fun with layers and serve in individuals glass jars or goblets. Taste great warm or cold!

Credit: Sam Jones/Quinn Brein

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