If there's one sporting event that can entice us to sacrifice an 8 hour sleep, it's the Super Bowl. Despite being shown at half past eleven here in the UK, it's a spectacle that even the earliest of risers can validate staying up for- at least until the half-time show. We may not know the rules, and we may not know the players (bar Taylor Swift's bae), but what we do know is how to throw a whopper of a Super Bowl party. It's time to mix beers with margs and triple-fry that chicken: here are the essentials for a Super Bowl Party.
Football-Shaped Snacks
In order for your Super Bowl spread to be impressive, it needs to be on theme. Luckily for us, the oval American football is a blissfully simple shape to carve food into.
Pastrami Football Finger Sandwiches
These pastrami football sandwiches, for example, don't even require a stencil. Just a knife or a round cutter will do the trick. Cut white cheese into thin strips to make the laces and tah-dah! You have the perfect Super Bowl finger food.
Jamaican Meat Pies
What better pie to munch on during the big game than a spicy, meat-filled football? Nothing is wasted in this recipe— even the puff pastry scraps are used to make laces.
A Super Bowl Party Classic: Fried Chicken
As Super Bowl party foods go, fried chicken is one of the first to be cleaned from the spread. From the sweet glaze to the golden crumb, this snack is a fan-favourite, so plan to make enough to feed your guests, then double it to avoid disappointment.
Double-Dipped Fried Chicken
The only type of double-dipping we approve of- this platter of chicken is twice dunked in a buttermilk and arborio rice coating for a thick, golden crunch.
Oven-Fried Chicken
Alternatively, ditch the hot oil and serve a lighter version, fresh from the oven. That's right- a Superbowl recipe that isn't deep fried can exist!
Crowd-Pleasers
While the game will be shown well past dinner time, the apprehension might trigger some appetites. Therefore, it's best to be prepared and to plan to feed a crowd. Enter: generously-sized Super Bowl snacks.
Sloppy Joes
The Sloppy Joe is a beloved American sandwich, and what better way to give a nod to the origin of the Super Bowl? This recipe can be whipped up in less than an hour and serves six people, with garlicky, sautéed beef oozing out between the buns.
Chilli
A big pot of chilli is without doubt, a Super Bowl party essential. It's the perfect dish to have on hand- simple, tasty, and a cozy comfort food to scoff down when the teams aren't performing as planned. Serve it with tortilla chips and a mountain of grated cheddar, of course.
Touchdown Tipples
Of course, the Super Bowl is no ordinary sporting event. Stretching on for a good 3-4 hours, it will be the early hours of the morning until the final whistle blows. In order to keep the energy alive, a tipple or two may be necessary to celebrate the touchdowns, the field goals, and everything in between.
Beer Margaritas
Beer might be the beverage of choice for many football spectators, but for some, a more complex concoction might be desired to mark this annual event. Introducing, the ultimate Super Bowl Cocktail: The Beer Margarita.
American Pie Cocktail
A delicious mix of just three ingredients, this American Pie cocktail is blissfully easy to shake up- meaning minimal time spent away from the screen!
Dips
Finally, there can be no party- never mind a Super Bowl party- without some dips. Whether it's artichoke, onion, hot crab, or even supreme pizza, every platter needs a dip, but if there's one that particularly lives up to the occasion...
Gouda and Beer Fondue Bread Bowl
A creamy fondue made with a dash of beer and served in a bread-bowl. It's extravagant yet easy, impressive and delicious, and might just be the centrepiece you've been missing.
