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Get ready to score big with our winning collection of tailgating recipes. Sweet Tea + Thyme is your ultimate playbook for delicious and crowd-pleasing dishes that will take your tailgating experience to the next level.
Discover a wide range of tailgate-friendly recipes that are easy to prepare and perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. From hearty sliders and finger-licking wings to zesty dips and portable desserts, we have all the plays you need to tackle game day hunger.
Our tailgating recipes are designed with convenience in mind. Whether you're grilling on-site, prepping in advance, or hosting a homegate, we offer tips and strategies for smooth execution and minimal fuss.
Elevate your tailgate game with our flavor-packed marinades, rubs, and sauces that will make your meats and snacks stand out in the stadium parking lot. Let us show you how to bring the taste of the BBQ to the game.
Engage your fellow fans with team-themed treats and spirited cocktails that celebrate your game day pride. Our food blog is your ultimate tailgate companion, providing a playbook full of winning plays to ensure your tailgate is a victory.
From college games to professional matchups, our tailgating recipes are versatile and adaptable to any sports celebration. Get ready to cheer on your team with the best food and drinks in the lot.
Savor the camaraderie and excitement of tailgating with our collection of delicious recipes. From kickoff to the final whistle, Sweet Tea + Thyme has all you need to create a memorable and delicious tailgating experience that will have your fellow fans cheering for more. Score big with crowd-pleasing dishes and touchdown-worthy flavors that will make your tailgate the talk of the town.
If you can't get enough of a good margarita, this list of the tastiest flavored margaritas is your new best friend. From a classic lime margarita recipe or one made with cream of coconut or prickly pear syrup, you'll find the perfect drink for the occasion.
Mangonadas meet tequila, Tajin, and are swirled with chamoy in this easy sweet and sour frozen margarita recipe! Make this tropical frozen mango margarita for Cinco de Mayo in and enjoy the warm weather!
Made with only three ingredients, this recipe will create the perfect pitcher of sweet lemonade. With freshly squeezed lemon juice and sweet lemon syrup, there is nothing more refreshing than an ice cold glass of old fashioned lemonade on a hot summer day.
From how to choose the best bushel of crabs, to how to perfectly steam them and get the most crab meat for your buck, this post has everything you need to know for a perfect Chesapeake Bay crab feast even if you've never steamed blue crabs before! Get the napkins and wet wipes, honey...this recipe is covered in old bay and melted butter!
A chimichurri potato salad has no mayonnaise and no fuss, full of fresh herbs and garlic, a little bit of heat from the red pepper, it's an easy to prepare side dish that is perfectly delicious warm, cool, or at room temperature!
There's nothing like fluffy, buttery homemade honey butter biscuits any time of the day! This homemade biscuits recipe is made with only six ingredients, they bake until beautifully golden brown, and are brushed with honey butter.
This guide to making a breakfast charcuterie board is a fun twist of the standard charcuterie board. It's full of brunch classics and breakfast favorites that will dazzle your most hardcore breakfast fan and pickiest kids' taste buds with delicious fruits, hot foods, and plenty of things to drizzle maple syrup on.
I also have fun themed ideas for an easy charcuterie board that is ideal anytime you want to have a casual morning meal or jazz it up as the star of the show on a holiday morning!
This homemade delicious honey butter chicken biscuit recipe is the best thing to arrive to your breakfast table or dinner table. These little bites of heaven are a southern staple, and for good reason - they're the ultimate comfort food. Well-seasoned fried chicken with a homemade buttermilk biscuit with a touch of sweet honey butter, every bite is like a warm hug.
This homemade mango pico de gallo recipe is a fun tropical twist on the classic salsa that is the perfect side dish to any summer meal. This colorful salsa has the perfect balance of sweet mango flavor, tangy lime juice, and a kick of spice from our fresh chilies and will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!
If you've got some leftover smoked brisket in your fridge, we've got the perfect solution for you - smoked brisket tacos! Imagine tender, smoky brisket piled high onto a soft tortilla with fresh toppings like cilantro, onions, and a squeeze of lime. These tacos are sure to impress and are a delicious way to use up those leftovers.
Don't let that leftover smoked brisket go to waste. Turn it into a mouthwatering sandwich for a delicious and easy dinner recipe for your summer get-togethers! Using juicy, tender brisket that's been slow-cooked to perfection, this dish is sure to satisfy even the heartiest of appetites.
This is the best home chef's guide to a perfect brisket on a pellet smoker. I break down everything you need to know to create a delicious pellet grill brisket with a beautiful smoke ring and absolutely amazing flavor. Impress your friends and family with the juiciest, most tender brisket they'll ever have in their life!
There's nothing quite like a tall glass of ice-cold watermelon water on a scorching summer day. And when it comes to refreshing fresh fruits, watermelon is king. Packed with juicy watermelon, tangy lime juice, and a bit of sugar, this easy-to-make beverage is a perfect taste of summer!
If you're looking to take your Mexican-inspired dishes up a notch, you gotta try this avocado pico de gallo recipe! It's got all the good stuff like creamy avocados, juicy tomatoes, and a good hit of lime to really make those flavors pop. Trust me, once you make this chunky pico de gallo, it'll be a regular feature on your summertime table.
If you're a fan of bold flavors and spicy heat, you'll love this roasted chili corn salsa recipe. The combination of smoky poblano peppers, sweet corn, and tangy lime juice creates a mouthwatering explosion of taste and texture. Whether you're serving it with chips or topping off your favorite dishes, this easy copycat recipe is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
If you're a fan of guacamole, then you're in for a real treat with this Avocado Lime Crema. It's creamy with a tangy flavor, and it's so easy to whip up in just a few minutes with a few simple ingredients! This irresistible condiment is made with the most delicious, rich avocado and bright lime juice, and it's sure to take your Taco Tuesday to the next level with its fresh flavors. Trust me, you're gonna wanna dollop it on everything!
These delicious fajita veggies are fantastic for your Taco Tuesday! Made with simple ingredients, this easy Chipotle copycat recipe is a no-fuss side for steak, chicken, seafood, and more!
These drippy, cheesy roast beef sliders are the perfect appetizer for entertaining! Made with layers of roast beef, a creamy garlic aioli spread, then brushed with a flavor-packed butter sauce and baked to golden brown perfection. All served with a rich au jus that will blow your guests mind.
Classic Tex-Mex beef fajita tacos made with juicy steak that's been marinated for hours in chilies, herbs, and lime, is grilled and served with vibrant veggies and all your favorite toppings.
These from-scratch creamy refried beans are a top-notch restaurant quality side dish. With a rich creamy consistency and delicious flavor from plenty of aromatics, it's better than any can of refried beans any day!
Create an easy fall appetizer for Thanksgiving with a beautiful fall harvest cheese board. This epic charcuterie board is filled with a variety of fall flavors, seasonal fruits, and meats. I also have tips on how to create a stunning food-stylist-worthy board.
Crispy air fryer garlic parmesan wings are so easy to make in less than 30 minutes. They're tossed in an absolutely delicious garlic and parmesan sauce that is super buttery and delish, it's the perfect party appetizer for game day.
Let's get into one of my all-time favorite fall and thanksgiving drinks: a warm and inviting glass of slow cooker pumpkin cider. Made with apple cider, a little brown sugar, mulling spices, and real pumpkin, she's simple to put together and will make your home smell absolutely delicious all day long.
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With amazing flavor and how easy it is to make, these sweet and savory dr. pepper baked beans are a delicious side dish for any BBQ or tailgating party.
My recipe for a bag of seafood boil is an easy way to enjoy a traditional seafood boil with simple steps, great flavor, and super easy cleanup.
Looking for a fun and easy cocktail recipe? Look no further than the green tea shot! This whiskey-based drink is perfect for parties or any other occasion. Best of all, it's simple to make - just follow these easy steps.
This creamy lemon garlic butter sauce is decadent, rich, and incredibly easy to make. It holds so much flavor with fresh garlic, lemon zest, and plenty of good quality butter, it's a great dipping sauce for seafood and shellfish.
These pink starburst shots are sweet, creamy, and are made with only 4 simple ingredients. These sweet shots taste just like strawberry starburst candy! Serve for Valentine's Day, a bachelorette party, or your next girls night out!
Made with the perfect combination of lemonade and sweet tea, the Arnold Palmer is the perfect non-alcoholic summer drink!
Chipotle Chicken Panini, the ever loved fan-favorite with melty sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, and savory chipotle mayonnaise, may not be served at Panera Bread anymore but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy the beloved sandwich at home!
This traditional southern strawberry sweet tea recipe is perfect for strawberry season. It's a breeze to make using a simple syrup with an intense strawberry flavor that makes for a refreshing summer drink.
My family-favorite garlic butter seafood boil is calling your name! Juicy jumbo shrimp, tender potatoes, sweet corn, buttery lobster tails, succulent snow crab legs...and two delicious garlic butter sauces that are to die for. It's our favorite dish to celebrate with!
This is the best version of the tiktok grinder sandwich, with tons of italian seasoning, a variety of meats, crunchy tangy salad, and classic italian sub dressing. It's one of my family's favorite sandwich recipes and I know it'll be yours as well!
Made with simple ingredients that create sumptuous textures and flavors, elevate your typical lunch routine with the ultimate turkey avocado sandwich recipe.
This is my kid friendly 4 ingredient guacamole recipe! So simple, yet it's perfect for dipping tortilla chips into, topping a juicy burger with, or even spreading on toast. The kids love it, the grown-ups love it, it's the perfect snack!
Fizzy, fresh and made with only two ingredients, this super simple paloma mocktail is exactly what your al fresco dining needs this summer. It's a refreshing drink with a crisp citrus taste, it's the perfect non-alcoholic alternative to classic palomas.
Fresh sweet summer corn slathered in a garlicky cilantro lime butter is the perfect grilled side dish to any meal. It's incredibly easy to make, well-seasoned, and always a crowd pleaser!
If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish, look no further than carnitas street tacos! These street tacos are made with crispy slow cooker pork carnitas, topped with onions and cilantro, and they're perfect for serving at parties or as a main course. Plus, they're really easy to make - anyone can do it!
Nothing says summertime like vodka strawberry lemonade cocktails! These refreshing drinks are perfect for dining al fresco, and are sure to please everyone at your next party. They are easy to make, and can be tailored to fit your taste preferences. So grab a pitcher of vodka strawberry lemonade and enjoy the warm weather!
These honey lemon pepper wings are going to be your new tailgating favorite! It's a snap to make, and the zesty flavor packs quite a punch in an appetizer that everyone will enjoy! These will be your new "go-to" wings for any gathering or game day party with their fresh, zippy, sweet and spicy, tangy flavor!
This buttery cast-iron skillet sweet cornbread has been a favorite in my favorite since I first got married. Simple to make with a tender, fluffy middle and buttery golden brown top sprinkled with crunchy raw sugar. Throw out the Jiffy mix, you won't be needing it!