It's a big sports weekend coming up between the Guinness Six Nations rugby championship and the Super Bowl, and that means a need for snacks! Don't worry, we've got you covered.
The biggest event in the American sporting calendar takes place on Sunday night, February 9 as the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX.
If you're planning to watch at home rather than venturing to the pub, then why not whip up some of our favourite game day recipes!
They're all crowd-pleasers, easily shared and will even show off your culinary skills.
Chicken Wings with Honey Glaze
Is there a match more perfect than chicken wings and sport? We don't think so. This recipe from Saba is finger-lickin' good, with a sweet and spicy glaze that we can't get enough of! The National Chicken Council of America has reported that our friends across the pond will enjoy a whopping 1.38 billion wings during Super Bowl LII weekend, so it's clear that wings are necessary to enjoy the match. Get the recipe here.
Coconut Curried Potato, Chickpea and Spinach Samosas
Samosas are handheld pastries packed full of deliciousness. This recipe from Louise Lennox combines potatoes, chickpeas and spinach with Indian-inspired curry flavors, resulting in a moreish and savory dish. Get the recipe here.
Spicy Lime Chicken in Lettuce Cups
Think of these lettuce cups as tacos without the carbs, which saves you extra room for more of these game day treats, plus the lettuce adds a great freshness to the spice of the chicken. The best part about this dish is that you can just lay out all the components and let your guests assemble their own lettuce cups to their specification, saving you a bit of work! Get the recipe here.
Spicy Bean Tacos
These veggie tacos are an ideal game day snack as they're so easy to eat with your hands (so you can keep your eyes on the match!). While we love this recipe as is, if you've no vegetarians in your house, try adding some chorizo to the mix – it goes so well with the mushrooms! Get the recipe here.
Maple Bacon Popcorn
Popcorn is the ultimate snack for when you're watching TV. There's no better way to give this treat a flavor boost than to add bacon. This maple bacon popcorn creates the perfect combination of sweet and salty, making it the perfect crowd-pleaser. Find the recipe here.
Doughnut Holes with Chocolate Dipping Sauce
What's a party without dessert? These doughnut holes are small enough to make sure that you don't feel as though you've overindulged during the match, but sweet enough to ensure that you're satisfied after all the savory fare. Click here for the recipe.
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