You guys KNOW I love a good football party – but especially when it’s the Super Bowl and it involves my Patriots! I’m so excited for this weekend and I got to thinking – lots of us attend parties and the last thing you want to do is spend hours researching what you should bring to your Super Bowl gatherings. OR even hours in the kitchen cooking. So… what to make to bring to a Super Bowl party?! Keep it easy! I’m sharing a few recipes I’ve made many times that are crowd pleasers. Keep reading to see 3 Recipes to Make For Your Super Bowl Party that are my go-to for the Super Bowl!

Super Bowl Madness: 3 Recipes to Make For Your Super Bowl Party

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Bacon Wrapped Cheesy Jalapeños

I first attempted these years ago when Chrissy Teigen had a food blog called So Delushious. Throwback! Anyone else ever read it and make her recipes? This was about 5 years ago – long before she had kids or any cookbooks yet. She has a similar recipe to this in her cookbook now (except Hawaiian Pizza jalapeños) but I prefer the OG recipe.

After making these many times, I can tell you that jalapeños vary GREATLY in heat – some are super mild while others are scorchers. I tell you this because when you create these, you cut them lengthwise and need to scoop out all of the seeds/the membrane so that they can be stuffed. I recommend doing this with either plastic gloves – the reusable type that food service wears, OR if you’re like me and can’t justify spending money on gloves that you’ll use for one recipe – use a paper towel wrapped around your hand and/or a spoon to scrape out all of the seeds.

Trust me – if you get a spicy bunch, you’re not going to want to scrape these out with your bare fingers and get it under your fingernails. It will burn like a mother and you will have to soak your hands in milk like I had to, ha!

But seriously, these are DELICIOUS and the recipe I linked (also linked here) is virtually identical to Chrissy’s. They’re super easy to make and people love them. If you’re able, I’d recommend taking them to your party uncooked and then just popping them in the oven once you’re there. They’re best when they first come out of the oven. But you could also cook and then reheat in the oven for a few minutes when you get there! In my opinion, the toothpicks aren’t necessary if you don’t already have them. Just wrap the bacon so that it overlaps on the bottom, not the top.

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Recipe via Lauren Miyashiro

Loaded Potato Skin Bites

I’ve made these a couple years now and they’re SO GOOD. These take your classic loaded baked potato skins and turn them bite sized – perfect finger food for a party. Think of them as potato nachos. Unreal, right?! Plus, can you really go wrong with potatoes?! I’m slightly embarrassed to admit that I crave these on the regular. PS. The bacon and green onions are NOT optional. They are essential. I would recommend serving these on a platter with a small bowl of sour cream in the middle for topping/dipping. Not everyone likes sour cream so you have everyone covered and nothing gets soggy!

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Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Are you sensing a theme with the bacon?! A lot of people get intimidated by a dish like this, but it’s SO easy. You really don’t even need a recipe, but I’ve linked one for you just in case. Pro tip: I know a lot of us who live in apartments in cities aren’t allowed to have grills. These taste best when grilled, but I’ve also baked them in the oven a couple times and they taste delicious! Just set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place your bacon wrapped scallops on a wire rack that’s then placed on a baking sheet (make sure you use a baking sheet that has edges. You don’t want a completely flat one because the grease could get all through your oven). Bake for 10 minutes. Then flip them and bake for another 10 minutes.

Also, for my local to Boston area people – my local Wegman’s has an amazing seafood section (even better and more fresh than Whole Foods, in my opinion). I always get my scallops there! Another pro tip – there’s tons and tons of recipe images online of people putting the bacon in a cute circle on the edges of the scallop. Don’t do that because the bacon won’t be flat to the grill or pan and won’t crisp up. You want to place the bacon across the scallops so that it has a chance to crisp up on the grill or the pan! Another pro tip – if you’re using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water first so that they don’t burn on the grill.

How are you guys celebrating the Super Bowl? Have any great recipes that are a favorite? Share below so we can all find out some other perfect Super Bowl recipes!