The Best Texas Tailgating Recipes


The most wonderful time of the year is back and we’ve got the ultimate Texan tailgating recipe guide for you!

Here in Texas, we don’t mess around when it comes to football and tailgate season. We even take tailgating so seriously, it’s basically its own sport. Whether you are celebrating in a parking lot or in a living room, you need to be equipped with the best recipes to satisfy all the hungry football fans. We’ve got recipes for all the Texas classics like Frito Chili Pie and Smoked Brisket to new favorites including Beef Meatball Sandwich Rolls and Texas BBQ Bloody Mary. Bring any of these recipes to your next tailgate, and you are sure to score a touchdown!

Italian Beef Meatball Sandwich Rolls

The best way to eat meatballs is stuffed inside savory sandwich rolls.

Texas Burger with Beer Cheese Sauce

This burger is an epic combination of tailgate favorites beef, beer, and cheese.

Texas BBQ Bloody Mary

A Texas brisket bloody mary. Need I say more?

One Skillet Beefy 7- Layer Dip

Score a touchdown at your next tailgate with these 7 layers of beefy and cheesy goodness.

Spicy Cheeseburger Sliders

Traditional Tex Mex Fajitas

Get fired up for flavor-packed Tex Mex Fajitas.

Grilled Salsa Steak Appetizer

Start the game off strong with these impressive appetizers.

Friday Night Lights Frito Pie

Friday nights are for food, football, and frito pie.

Smoked Brisket

For all the backyard pitmasters, this recipe is for you.

Texas BBQ Brisket Nachos

Warning: these nachos are addictive.