Be the MVP of any game-day party with one of these great recipes that provide a sophisticated twist on some classic finger food favorites. We know that football is usually synonymous with beer, but we’re wine people – and these bites each have great vino pairings that are sure to score with your tastebuds.
STICKY MISO CHICKEN WINGS
Skip the traditional buffalo sauce an opt for these Sticky Miso Chicken Wings. A tasty glaze consisting of miso, ginger, and fish sauce provides a perfect sweet-sour flavor that pairs seamlessly with a light-bodied Pinot like the 2015 Lincourt Willie Mae Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills. (via Food & Wine)
MANGO MADNESS GUACAMOLE
This is no ordinary guacamole! Grab some fresh mangos and get ready for a flavorful upgrade to the (already awesome) original. We recommend having a glass of Sauvignon Blanc in hand, as it helps cut the fat in the avocado but complements the mango’s flavors – the 2017 Chalk Hill Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Chalk Hill AVA is one of our favorites. (via Get Inspired Everyday)
WAFFLE IRON “FRIED” CHEESE
We already know that cheese and wine is a winning combo — and when it’s breaded and melty, it only gets better. Impress your guests by taking this innovative twist on the mozzarella stick by using a waffle iron to “fry” the cheese, resulting in golden-brown, crunchy-yet-gooey deliciousness. (via Serious Eats)
MARGHERITA PIZZA
We know that pizza is usually chosen as a go-to party staple because it’s easy (and delivered pre-made by someone else), but hear us out: this homemade margherita pizza is better than the greasy version that comes in a cardboard box and is super simple to make. Serve it up with a bottle of 2015 Foley Sonoma OZ Zinfandel, Alexander Valley and get ready to do your touchdown dance. (via A Beautiful Plate)
PULL-APART CHEESEBURGER SLIDERS
It’s not necessarily grilling weather across the United States, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying this tailgate staple. These pull-apart cheeseburger sliders are great for feeding a group of hungry football fans and are totally customizable. We recommend providing gourmet garnishes such as caramelized onions, grilled pineapple, sriracha mayo…and a bottle of acclaimed 2015 Sebastiani Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley. (via Delish)
