Tailgate Deviled Eggs

Start with our recipe for Tailgate Deviled Eggs, and add your favorite SEC team topping just before serving.

The Barbecue Bama Slammer (Alabama)

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The Barbecue Bama Slammer (Alabama)

Coarsely chopped smoked pulled pork drizzled with red and white 'cue sauce.

The Hog Heaven (Arkansas)

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The Hog Heaven (Arkansas)

1 1/2 inch strips of cooked bacon and chopped fresh chives.

The Sweet-Heat Eagle Eye (Auburn)

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The Sweet-Heat Eagle Eye (Auburn)

Sweet-hot pickle slices.

The Gator Bait Gobbler (Florida)

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The Gator Bait Gobbler (Florida)

Smoked salmon, sour cream, and fresh dill.

 

The Georgia Peach (Georgia)

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The Georgia Peach (Georgia)

Fresh peach slices, chopped Vidalia onion, and chopped toasted pecans.

The Bluegrass Special (Kentucky)

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The Bluegrass Special (Kentucky)

Thinly sliced country ham and a spot of Dijon mustard.

The Ragin' Cajun (LSU)

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The Ragin' Cajun (LSU)

Peeled and cooked shrimp, sliced celery, Cajun seasoning, and a dash of hot sauce.

The Cowbell (Mississippi State)

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The Cowbell (Mississippi State)

Shaved red onion, sour cream, and capers.

The Black and Gold Pride (Missouri)

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The Black and Gold Pride (Missouri)

A generous amount of freshly ground pepper.

The High Society (Ole Miss)

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The High Society (Ole Miss)

Jumbo lump crabmeat, chopped fresh tarragon, freshly ground pepper, lemon zest, and a squeeze of fresh lemon.

The Lowcountry (South Carolina)

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The Lowcountry (South Carolina)

Peeled cooked shrimp and Old Bay seasoning.

The Smoky "T"-Lite (Tennessee)

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The Smoky "T"-Lite (Tennessee)

Smoky Pimiento Cheese

Makes: About 3 cups
Hands-on Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: 15 Minutes

 

  • 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded smoked sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (4-oz.) jar diced pimientos, drained
  • 1 (3-oz.) package cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
 

1. Stir together all ingredients in a large bowl until well blended.

The Caviar Teaser (Texas A&M)

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The Caviar Teaser (Texas A&M)

Drained and rinsed canned black-eyed peas, minced pickled jalapeño peppers, and fresh cilantro leaves.

The Commodore Chaser (Vanderbilt)

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The Commodore Chaser (Vanderbilt)

Sliced black olives and chopped fresh parsley.

SEC Tailgating Cookbook

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The Official SEC Tailgating Cookbook

Score extra points with more team-themed recipes and tips to create the perfect tailgate, all in our new book, The Official SEC Tailgating Cookbook.

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