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Nine Super Bowl Treats From Local Bloggers
Kick off football's greatest Sunday with these treats from local bloggers
We’re not bitter or anything.
Sure, we would have loved to have seen our beloved ‘hawks at the Super Bowl this year, but their loss to the Atlanta Falcons doesn’t mean we’re not 100 percent prepared to spend Sunday, February 5 judging the quality—and hilarity—of Super Bowl ads, ignoring our health-related New Year’s Resolutions and rooting for the other guys.
Here are nine inspired, just-a-little-different recipes from local bloggers to keep you going on Super Bowl Sunday.
Photo Credit:Aran Goyoaga
The Snack: Brown Butter, Lime, and Chili Popcorn
From Blogger: Aran from Cannelle Et Vanille
Perfect if: You’re a simple—but tasteful—snacker.
Photo Credit: Heather Christo
The Snack: Vegan and Gluten-free Chocolate Sunbutter Werewolf Chow
From Blogger: Heather Christo
Perfect if: If you’re channeling your inner soccer mom.
Photo Credit: Meghan Klein of Coco Kelley
The Snack: Spicy Kimchee Nachos
From Blogger: Coco Kelley
Perfect if: You need a twist on an old classic.
Photo Credit: Ashley Rodriguez
The Snack: Sweet & Spicy Peanuts
From Blogger: Ashley of Not Without Salt
Perfect if: You’re a traditionalist. You can also try Ashley’s Frito Pie, her own Super Bowl tradition.
Photo Credit: Mari Hasnany
The Snack: Nigerian Chin Chin
From Bloggers: Temi and Mari of Table Manners Aside
Perfect if: You need to impress your cultured in-laws.
Photo Credit: Michael Natkin
The Snack: Vegan “Bacon” from King Oyster Mushrooms
From Blogger: Michael Natkin of Herbivoracious
Perfect if: One of your New Year’s resolutions is going meatless.
Photo Credit: Adria Saracino
The Snack: Skinny ‘Po Boy Sandwich
From Blogger: Adria Saracino of Emerald Palate
Perfect if: You need a (from the sea) snack with a little more substance.
Photo Credit: Fox and Briar
The Snack: Soft Beer Pretzels with Beer Cheese Dip
From Blogger: Meghan of Fox and Briar
Perfect if: You like beer with your beer.
Photo Credit: Alice Currah
The Snack: Spicy Baked Flaxseed Tortilla Chips
From Blogger: Alice Currah of Savory Sweet Life
Perfect if: You need a little spice in your life.
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