“Touchdown” Season Meals

By Cindy Adams

Football season is fast approaching and it will be time for watch parties and tailgating. Whether you’re planning an all-day party at your home for the “Big Game” or are invited for tailgating, here are few easy dishes you can make.

Worried about the drinks at your party? Most people will drink beer, but what can be fun for those non-beer drinkers is setting up a Bloody Mary Bar. Check out page 103 and get ideas on how to create the best Bloody Mary.

Cheese Corn Dip

INGREDIENTS:

4 ears corn, shucked (about 3 cups)
1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Sriracha, or more to taste
1 1⁄2 teaspoons sugar Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
8 ounces mozzarella, shredded and divided
2 green onions sliced

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil an oven-proof skillet or coat with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine corn, mayonnaise, Sriracha, sugar, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir in 4 ounces mozzarella, about half.
  3. Spread corn mixture into the prepared skillet, sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
  4. Place into oven and bake until bubbly, about 15 minutes. Then broil for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with green onions, if desired.