Super Bowl Appetizers and Drinks
- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Feb 7, 2021
- 8 min read
Tampa Bay, Florida hosts the 55th Annual Super Bowl here are great appetizers and drinks! For the Original Copy Officer Captain Family and the 180,018 Original Copy Officer Captain Sophisticates
Rainbow Spritzer
Ingredients
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup chopped peeled kiwifruit
1/2 cup chopped fresh pineapple
1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries or fresh raspberries
1 cup chilled ginger ale
1/2 cup chilled unsweetened pineapple juice
1/2 cup chilled lemonade
Directions
In 4 tall glasses, layer blueberries, kiwi, pineapple and strawberries. In a 2-cup glass measure or small pitcher, mix remaining ingredients; pour over fruit. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 91 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 8mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.
Strawberry Spritzer
Ingredients
1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
2 liters lemon-lime soda, chilled
1 can (12 ounces) frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed
Directions
Place the strawberries in a blender; cover and process until pureed. Pour into a large pitcher; stir in the soda and lemonade concentrate. Serve immediately.
Test Kitchen TipsMuddle (a fun term that simply means smush against the side of your glass) a few sprigs of fresh mint or basil to step this spritzer up a notch. Lighten this up by using seltzer water instead of soda. So refreshing!
Nutrition Facts 1-1/4 cups: 215 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 31mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (53g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
Ingredients
6 medium ripe bananas
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate
3 cups warm water, divided
2 cups sugar, divided
1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice, chilled
3 bottles (2 liters each) lemon-lime soda, chilled
Orange slices, optional
Directions
<b>In a blender, cover and process the bananas, orange juice and lemonade until smooth. Remove half of the mixture and set aside. Add 1-1/2 cups warm water and 1 cup sugar to blender; blend until smooth. </B>
Place in a large freezer container. Repeat with remaining banana mixture, water and sugar; add to container. Cover and freeze until solid.
One hour before serving, remove punch base from freezer. Just before serving, place in a large punch bowl. Add pineapple juice and soda; stir until well blended. Garnish with orange slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 68 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
Ingredients
Ingredients
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup Italian-style bread crumbs
3 tablespoons prepared pesto
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce
1 package (18 ounces) Hawaiian sweet rolls
12 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup melted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese or shredded Italian cheese blend
Minced fresh basil
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, pesto and egg; mix lightly. Shape into 12 meatballs; place on a greased rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until browned and a thermometer reads 160°, about 35 minutes. Toss meatballs with sauce; set aside.
Meanwhile, without separating rolls, cut horizontally in half; arrange bottom halves in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place half of cheese slices over roll bottoms; sprinkle with oregano. Add meatballs and sauce. Top with remaining cheese slices and bun tops.
Combine butter, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes; brush over buns. Bake, covered, for 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with Parmesan and shredded mozzarella.
Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes longer. Sprinkle with basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts 1 slider: 514 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 120mg cholesterol, 856mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 tablespoon water
1 cup dry bread crumbs
2-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 sticks string cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 cup marinara or spaghetti sauce, heated
Directions
Place flour in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, beat eggs and water. In a third shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and pepper. Coat cheese sticks with flour, then dip in egg mixture and coat with bread crumb mixture. Repeat egg and bread crumb coatings. Cover and freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Place on a parchment lined baking sheet; spray with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 6-8 minutes or until heated through. Allow to stand for 3-5 minutes before serving. Serve with marinara or spaghetti sauce for dipping.
Editor's Note: Regular mozzarella cheese, cut into 4-in. x 1/2-in. sticks, can be substituted for the string cheese.
Nutrition Facts
2 each: 312 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 749mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
Ingredients
25 whole chicken wings (5 pounds)
Oil for frying
1 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Celery ribs and ranch salad dressing, optional
Directions
Cut chicken wings into three sections; discard wing tip sections. In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry wings in oil, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear. Drain on paper towels.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the hot sauce and spices. Place chicken in a large bowl; add sauce and toss to coat. Remove to a serving plate with a slotted spoon. Serve with celery and ranch dressing if desired.
Nutrition Facts 1 chicken wing (calculated without celery and dressing): 243 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 125mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein
Ingredients
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
1 cup fresh spinach, torn
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 green onions, chopped
1 loaf (16 ounces) frozen garlic bread
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Directions
Combine the first 5 ingredients in a bowl; transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low, until cheese is melted, 2-3 hours. Meanwhile, prepare garlic bread according to package directions. Slice and serve with hot dip.
Test Kitchen tipsThis is a thick, spreadable mixture. If you'd like it thinner, stir in milk a tablespoon at a time. The artichokes dominate the flavor of this appetizer with just a hint of spinach. Nutrition Facts 1/4 cup dip with 2 slices garlic bread: 222 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 395mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
Ingredients
3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter, cubed
3/4 cup shortening
9 to 10 tablespoons cold water
FILLING:
2 tablespoons butter
5 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg, lightly beaten
Coarse sugar
Directions
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter and shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Divide dough in half; form each into a disk. Wrap separately in plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 hour or until easy to handle.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add apples; cook and stir 5 minutes. Mix brown sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon; add to apples. Cook and stir 7-8 minutes longer or until apples begin to soften and caramelize. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and vanilla. Cool completely.
Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, roll one portion of dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut 12 footballs with a floured 4-in. football-shaped cookie cutter.
Transfer half of the footballs to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spoon about 2 tablespoons filling onto center of each. Brush edges of pastry with egg. Top with remaining footballs; press edges with a fork to seal. Cut three slits in top of pastry and score a curved line on each end of the footballs. Brush tops with egg; sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. While pies are baking, repeat with remaining dough and filling.
Let pies stand 5 minutes before removing to wire racks. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
2 medium apples, cubed
1 log (6 ounces) Brie cheese, cubed
1/2 cup hot caramel ice cream topping
1/2 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
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Directions
On each of 6 appetizer skewers, alternately thread apple and cheese cubes; place on a serving plate. Drizzle with caramel topping; sprinkle with macadamia nuts and cranberries.
Nutrition Facts 1 skewer: 272 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 303mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
Ingredients
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls
1/4 pound thinly sliced hard salami
1/4 pound thinly sliced Swiss cheese
1/4 pound thinly sliced pepperoni
1/4 pound thinly sliced Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto
1/4 pound thinly sliced provolone cheese
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (12 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained
1 large egg yolk, beaten
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Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll 1 tube of crescent dough into a long rectangle; press perforations to seal. Press onto bottom and up sides of an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish.
Layer meats and cheeses on dough in the order listed. Whisk eggs and seasonings until well blended; pour into dish. Top with roasted pepper.
Unroll remaining tube of dough into a long rectangle; press perforations to seal. Place over filling; pinch seams tight. Brush with beaten egg yolk; cover with foil. Bake 30 minutes; remove foil. Bake until golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Let stand 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 229 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 662mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 11g protein.
Ingredients
24 grape tomatoes
12 cherry-size fresh mozzarella cheese balls
24 fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
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Directions
On each of 12 appetizer skewers, alternately thread 2 tomatoes, 1 cheese ball and 2 basil leaves. Whisk olive oil and vinegar; drizzle over kabobs.
Nutrition Facts 1 kabob: 44 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat.
Ingredients
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
40 pimiento-stuffed olives
40 large pitted ripe olives
3/4 cup Italian salad dressing
40 thin slices pepperoni
20 thin slices hard salami, halved
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Directions
Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, olives and salad dressing. Toss to coat; cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
Drain mixture, discarding marinade. For each appetizer, thread a stuffed olive, a folded pepperoni slice, a tortellini, a folded salami piece and a ripe olive on a toothpick or short skewer.
Nutrition Facts 1 kabob: 66 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 315mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
Ingredients
3 pepperoni-flavored meat snack sticks (1-1/2 ounces each), cut into bite-size pieces
3/4 cup salted peanuts
2 ounces beef jerky, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup corn nuts
1/2 cup Rice Chex
1/2 cup Multi Grain Cheerios
1/2 cup crunchy cheese puff snacks
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1/3 cup canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
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Directions
Preheat oven to 250°. Combine first nine ingredients in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk oil, chili powder, onion powder, pepper sauce, soy sauce and seasoned salt. Drizzle over cereal mixture and toss to coat.
Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 50 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 366 calories, 27g fat (5g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 629mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein.
Party Size Crunchy Onion Chicken Tenders
Ingredients
1 can (6 ounces) French's® Original or Cheddar French Fried Onions
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 pounds chicken tenderloins
1 to 2 eggs, beaten
SPICY BUFFALO RANCH DIP:
2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
1/2 cup hot pepper sauce
1 envelope fiesta ranch dip mix
Honey mustard
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Directions
Combine onions and flour in a large resealable plastic bag; lightly crush with hands or rolling pin. Dip chicken in eggs. Add a few pieces at a time to the onion mixture; shake to coat. Place on a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan.
Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Meanwhile, combine the sour cream, pepper sauce and dip mix. Serve chicken with dip and mustard.
Ingredients
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and finely chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
20 to 25 large fresh mushrooms, stems removed
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 teaspoons olive oil
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Directions
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Beat in the artichokes, Parmesan cheese and onion.
Lightly spray tops of mushrooms with cooking spray. Spoon cheese mixture into mushroom caps. Combine bread crumbs and oil; sprinkle over mushrooms.
Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.
Nutrition Facts 3 each: 173 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 251mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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