Throwing a Football Party to Watch the Broncos Game? Here Are Some Ideas to Run With This Weekend!

The Broncos kick off their "Road to the Super Bowl" this Sunday when they take on the Indianapolis Colts. And while many of us will be happy to just sit in front of the television and watch them run away with the game, there will be those of us (ME included) who will be looking forward to the party snacks that you can be creative with!

In my mind, it isn't a football party without some crispy, medium flavored Buffalo Wings! And then you add the homemade Blue Cheese Dressing on the side and I am ready to go! However, you may be stuck with needing some ideas on the best food to have at your Broncos party on Sunday. Well I am here to help. Here are some easy recipes to make this weekend that will have your guests craving more.

Hot Crab Dip (courtesy of the Food Network)

Mix 3 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, and hot sauce and chopped parsley to taste; fold in 1/2 pound crabmeat. Spread in a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs (preferably panko) and bake at 425 degrees F until golden, about 15 minutes.

Super Quick Chili (courtesy of Southern Living)

Brown beef in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring often, 6 to 8 minutes or until beef crumbles and is no longer pink; drain well. Return beef to Dutch oven; sprinkle with chili powder, Creole seasoning, and cumin, and sauté 1 minute. Stir in diced tomatoes and next 2 ingredients, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes. Serve with toppings.

Pizza Snack Mix (courtesy of Food Network)

Bake 1/4 pound sliced pepperoni at 350 degrees F, 15 minutes; drain on paper towels. Toss 2 cups each pita chips and cheese crackers, 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 teaspoons each minced parsley, oregano and basil. Bake 10 minutes. Stir in the pepperoni.

Creole Shrimp Cocktail (courtesy of Food Network)

Mix 3/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup horseradish, 2 tablespoons each Creole mustard and chopped capers, and 1 teaspoon caper brine from the jar. Serve with chilled cooked shrimp.

That is just a sampling of the great recipes that I have made before. What are some of the recipes/snacks that you make for your football gatherings? Share them below so we can let everyone know!