Recipes for the Big Game

by Magnolia
Published on January 28, 2025
homemade pretzels and dipping sauce

Friends, snacks, and your favorite sport. What better trifecta could there be? From the Superbowl to the World Series, or maybe March Madness in between, any championship can warrant time for gathering around delicious, shareable food. Below, we’ve pulled together some of our favorite recipes that are easy to make, fun to serve, and always crowd pleasers—plus, they go great with a side of, “Go team!”

 

Joanna Gaines' Queso Blanco served in a bowl

Queso Blanco

By Joanna Gaines

Melted queso Oaxaca dip with seasoned ground beef and chopped peppers.

 

Flavored Popcorn Trio

Popcorn Trio

By Joanna Gaines in Magnolia Table, Volume 3

Sweet and savory options everyone will enjoy, including ranch, caramel, and chocolate peanut butter.

 

Joanna Gaines' Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed Mushrooms

By Joanna Gaines

Mini mushrooms stuffed with herbs, sausage, and cheese.

 

Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip with Garlic Toast

Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

By Joanna Gaines

Sautéed spinach, crushed artichokes, and creamy cheeses are baked until bubbling, then served with garlic focaccia.


Pretzels with Cheese

Pretzels with Cheese

By Joanna Gaines

Lightly salted dough that’s twisted, boiled, and baked until golden and paired with a smooth, cheesy dip.

 

Joanna Gaines' Pulled Brisket Slider

Brisket Sliders

By Joanna Gaines

Tender brisket that’s been seared, braised, and tossed in barbeque sauce, then layered on mini buns with crisp coleslaw.


Monte Cristo Sandwiches

By Joanna Gaines

Sweet meets salty with deli sandwiches elevated with melted Gruyere, crisped on the stove, then served with raspberry preserves.

 

Joanna Gaines's Confetti Sugar Cookie Sandwich

Confetti Cookie Sandwiches

By Joanna Gaines

Pillowy confetti-studded cookies layered with creamy vanilla icing. Psst, you can use Magnolia Table Classic Sugar Cookies for this to save time! 


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