Super Bowl Party is a phrase that starts getting a lot of traction this time of year. Now a Super Bowl party is supposedly about football, and who knows? Maybe some people actually watch the big game, even. But I think, if most people are going to be honest with themselves, that the Super Bowl is actually a get-together to watch funny commercials, and eat. Eat a lot of really good food that is really bad for you. So, I am not going to give you any advise about how to arrange your veggie trays – although by all means put one out for your guests. After all, the ranch dressing needs a vehicle to get from the table to your belly, right? No, I am going to share a bunch of mouth-watering, delectable recipes with you. And not a one of them has been selected for their low-calorie count, or cholesterol-fighting properties. These are recipes that would bring Paula Deen a knock-knock-knockin’ at your door. And you know what? I am not going to apologize for that. A night of decadent celebration is perfectly fine every once in a while. And let’s face it, the Super Bowl is pretty much the symbol of over-the-top indulgent excess. So, go make sure you are well-stocked up on cheese and butter, pop an anatacid, and start planning your party!

Now none of these recipes will be found in any kind of highfalutin’ fancypants restaurant, or a chic dinner party. But I have made them all, and on more than one occasion. These are crowd-pleasin’, finger-lickin’ good eats. And that is exactly what a Super Bowl party calls for! Best of all, every one of these recipes is easy breezy, and can be made ahead of time, and either heated up, or popped into the oven just before the party. When you are hosting a party, it’s never fun to feel like you are a caterer or short-order cook, being stuck in the kitchen the whole time. Parties take some time and effort to organize, so make sure when you are playing host, you leave yourself time to enjoy the party, as much as your guests!

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