Team-Inspired Tailgating Dishes

Roll Tide Breakfast Rolls

University of Alabama
Time out! Go leaner and make a substitution— 1 1/2 cups egg substitute for eggs and reduced-fat pork sausage for sausage.

Recipe: Roll Tide Breakfast Rolls

Wooo Pig Sooie Ham-Stuffed Biscuits with Mustard Butter

University of Arkansas
Ham and biscuits are popular at tailgates across the South—including Fayetteville. Use your favorite sliced, baked ham to stuff into these soft biscuits, and slather with plenty of Mustard Butter.

Recipe: Wooo Pig Sooie Ham-Stuffed Biscuits with Mustard Butter

War Eagle Lemonade

Auburn University
Bring home the Iron Bowl victory Auburn fans with this sweet tailgating treat. Combine sugar, vanilla bean, and rosemary sprigs to create the perfect combination of flavors.

Recipe: Vanilla-Rosemary Lemonade

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Sic' Em Nachos

Baylor University
The perfect tailgating treat for hungry Baylor Bears - a Tex Mex favorite loaded with braised brisket and Monterey Jack.

Recipe: Cowboy Nachos

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Clemson Orange Chicken Legs

Clemson University
Your Tiger tailgate won't be complete without this spicy orange chicken.

Recipe: Chipotle-Orange Chicken Legs

Smoky Blue Deviled Eggs

Duke University
Cheer on the Blue Devils with two Southern crowd pleasers - deviled eggs and pimiento cheese. Win-win!

Recipe: Smoky Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs

Ginger-Orange Gator Tail Sipper

University of Florida
Keep ingredients well chilled, and stir together this orange-infused spirit sparker once you arrive at your tailgating location.

Recipe: Ginger-Orange Gator Tail Sipper

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Seminole (Pork) Chop Tacos

FSU
Before you start the Seminole chop, serve a plate of these irresistible tacos at the pregame party.

Recipe: Grilled Pork Tacos

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Dawg's Sweet Heat Dogs

University of Georgia
These franks are predicted to score big with guests! Just brush your favorite brand of hot dog with fiery Sriracha hot sauce, grill, and top.

Recipe: Sweet Heat Hot Dogs

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Ramblin' Wreck Boiled Peanuts

Georgia Tech
Yellow Jackets fans can tailgate with style and serve this yummy snack in team-colored cups.

Recipe: Hot Spiced Boiled Peanuts

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Flank Steak Sandwiches with "Go Big Blue" Cheese

University of Kentucky
True blue Kentucky Wildcats will be ready to rumble on the field after devouring these scrumptious steak sandwiches.

Recipe: Flank Steak Sandwiches with "Go Big Blue" Cheese

Photo: Jennifer Davick

"Big Easy" Gumbo

LSU
Tailgailgating with the LSU Tigers has never tasted so good! Gumbo is a must-have for these football fanatics.

Recipe: "Big Easy" Gumbo

Photo: Tina Cornett

Mississippi Hush Puppies

Mississippi State University
A classic Mississippi State tailgate is not complete without those cowbells. Or these Delta-inspired hush puppies.

Recipe: Mississippi Hush Puppies

Photo: Beth Dreilling Hontzas

Bengal Black & Gold Popcorn

University of Missouri
Flaunt your tiger stripes at tailgate with black and gold popcorn.

Recipe: Gold-Dusted White Chocolate Popcorn

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Mr. and Mrs. Wuf's Dixie Beef Burgers

North Carolina State University
Show your wolfpack pride with these hearty burgers, topped with spirited red and white chowchow spread.

Recipe: Dixie Beef Burgers with Chowchow Spread

Photo: Jennifer Davick

The Sooner-the-Better Pecans

University of Oklahoma
In minutes you can season, bake, and cool Chili-Lime Pecans. Great with a cold one!

Recipe: Chili-Lime Pecans

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Ole Miss Mud Brownies

Ole Miss
Pass a silver platter filled with Mississippi Mud Brownies around the Grove and score big with your fellow Ole Miss fans.

Recipe: Mississippi Mud Brownies

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Cockaboose Railroad Roasted Peanuts & Pepitas

University of South Carolina
Gamecock fans shouldn't tailgate without this party mix. Chili powder, red pepper, and ground cinnamon make a winning combination of flavors.

Recipe: Spicy Roasted Chile Peanuts and Pepitas

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Frogs-On-Fire Salsa

Texas Christian University
Make this super easy salsa as hot as the TCU football team with a double dose of jalapeños and crushed red pepper.

Recipe: Southwest Salsa

Photo: John O'Hagan

Rocky-Top Popcorn

This gotta-have pre- and post- game snack is a true tailgater's dream.

Recipe: Rocky-Top Popcorn

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Texas Tackler-size Burgers

University of Texas
Grill up this beefy burger, pile it high with pimiento cheese and bacon, and kick back until kickoff.

Recipe: Pimiento Cheese-Bacon Burgers

The Twelfth Man’s “Wings”

Texas A&M
Here’s a really good hot wing recipe to start a game day tradition. Fry chickens wings as directed, or skip the flour coating, grill, and then toss in the sauce.

Recipe: Sweet-and-Spicy Chipotle Chicken Wings

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Carolina Blue Potato Salad

UNC
Big Daddy’s Grilled Blue Cheese-and-Bacon Potato Salad scores big as a side dish to vinegary Carolina barbecue, deli-fried chicken, or steak.

Recipe: Big Daddy's Grilled Blue Cheese-and-Bacon Potato Salad

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

CavMan Steak Kabobs

University of Virginia
Effortlessly elegant, Virginia Cavaliers will cheer for these flavorful bites.

Recipe: Molasses-Balsamic Steak Kabobs

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Hokie Pride Sausage Dip

Virginia Tech
Including this dip on a VT tailgate spread will be a key play in impressing your friends.

Recipe: Sausage, Bean, and Spinach Dip

Over-the-Moon Vandy Pudding

Vanderbilt University
Soar over the competition Commodores with this mouthwatering marshmallow sandwich dessert. To transport, keep pudding covered in a cooler until ready to serve.

Recipe: Over-the-Moon Banana Pudding