Super Bowl Essentials

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The big game day is almost here! Super Bowl Sunday is the epitome of sports celebrations, and we’ll take any excuse to have a party. Whether you’re hosting or attending a Super Bowl soirée, there are a few essentials you need to prepare: 1) an adorable, football-themed outfit 2) game day decor and 3) some delicious snacks to devour. See our Super Bowl essentials below.

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Get your game day gear! If you don’t want to rock a team jersey, you can still show your spirit in a chic way. These adorable tops and accessories look great with jeans, a skirt, leggings, or sweats, so you can tailor your outfit for any occasion!

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Bring the football fun beyond the game with this themed decor! From wall hangings to table accessories, these essentials are sure to score at your Super Bowl party and elevate your game day experience.

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Bead Garland
Lanterns
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BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP

This buffalo chicken dip is our absolute favorite!! It’s creamy and delicious and hits the spot every time.

Ingredients:

  • 1 package chicken breasts
  • Chicken broth
  • Shredded cheese
  • Ranch dressing
  • Cream cheese
  • Mild wing sauce

Directions:

  • Cook chicken in slow cooker with chicken broth (I use about a cup and a half or until chicken is covered) until fully cooked – shredding chicken as it cooks.
  • Once chicken is cooked – pour a bottle of wing sauce over chicken and let it marinate overnight. 
  • Preheat oven at 350° (take chicken and cream cheese out of fridge and let sit to room temperature)
  • Evenly spread cream cheese on bottom of oven safe casserole dish, top with buffalo chicken, then full package of shredded cheese (we love cheese), and full bottle of ranch dressing. 
  • Bake for 30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. 
  • Enjoy with your favorite chips or veggies!

HONEY BBQ MEATBALLS

These little meatballs are a little sweet, a little tangy, and a whole lotta yummy!

Ingredients:

  • 1 bag frozen meatballs
  • Honey BBQ sauce

Directions:

  • Bake meatballs at 350° for about 20 minutes or microwave for 2 minutes (about 12 meatballs) 
  • Cover meatballs with BBQ sauce and serve

*For a heartier snack, add meatballs to rolls topped with provolone cheese!!

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP WITH PAPRIKA PITA CHIPS

This spinach and artichoke dip with pita chips is *chef’s kiss* – even the picky eaters will love!

Ingredients:

*double the recipe if you’re feeding a big crowd

  • (1) 10oz frozen chopped spinach (thawed and well drained)
  • 6 pieces of bacon (crumbled once cooked)
  • 2 tsp of minced garlic 
  • (1) 14oz can of artichoke hearts
  • 16oz container of light dairy sour cream 
  • 1/2 cup light mayonnaise 
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper 
  • 1 Bag of pita bread 
  • Paprika (or smoked paprika) 

Directions:

  • Preheat oven at 350° – cut pita bread into triangles and set on foil lined baking tray – spray with pam spray and season with paprika. Cook for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. 
  • Cook bacon (I used 6 slices) and set aside to cool (reserve 1 tbsp of bacon grease) add garlic and sauté until browned, add spinach, artichokes to pan until warm. Then add sour cream, Mayo, and pepper until warm throughout. Crumble bacon into small pieces and fold into spinach mix. 
  • Serve with baked pita chips and enjoy!!

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