Main Course Munchies - 23 recipes
Be the real star of half-time with some of our favorite Super Bowl main dish recipes. From Texas-style chili to brats simmered in beer and every thing in between, here are some of our favorite main dish recipes to munch.
Top Recipe
Beer-Simmered Bratwurst with Onions & Sauerkraut
By cwyorkiex3
![Beer-Simmered Bratwurst with Onions & Sauerkraut](/media/37/2c/e4f906551d3fd6ace4b90a7806382214959a.jpg/rh/beer-simmered-bratwurst-with-onions-and-sauerkraut.jpg)
Details
Servings 6
Preparation time 10
Cooking time 40
- SAUERKRAUT:
- 2 cups red wine vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 large head red cabbage, cored and thinly shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon whole mustard seeds
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- BRATWURST:
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 pounds precooked bratwurst, pricked with a fork
- 6 (12-ounce) bottles dark beer
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
- Hot dog buns, hoagie buns, or bratwurst buns
- Various mustards (I like spicy brown, sweet-hot, and coarse-grain)
Grilled bratwursts that were 1st simmered in beer are served on a lightly charred bun with onions, sauerkraut and y...
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Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings
![Honey Sriracha Chicken Wings](/media/ca/7a/eed9d3545915148a72e59713129303e92417.jpg/tsp/honey-sriracha-chicken-wings.jpg)
By Pankey
So good! Just enough spice without being too spicy, the sweet and savory flavors will have your guests smiling from...
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for the pan
- 2 pounds chicken wings, split at the joints, tips removed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup honey, plus more for drizzling
- 1/4 cup Sriracha (Asian chile sauce)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
Easy Crockpot Pulled Pork
![Easy Crockpot Pulled Pork](/media/80/e1/c2079ef03f89be68d933b56160b7d67b422c.jpg/tsp/easy-crockpot-pulled-pork.jpg)
By carvalhohm
Slow cooked, fork tender pork in onions and sauce featuring vinegar, Worcestershire, red pepper flakes, sugar, must...
- 1 large Vidalia onion, sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (4 to 6-pound) boneless pork butt or shoulder
- 3/4 cup cider vinegar
- 4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Sauce
Red Texas Chili
![Red Texas Chili](/media/46/6a/b710db5fdbdb5e53f468dcc02491bd4c6f7f.jpg/tsp/red-texas-chili.jpg)
By ltrodrigu
Survival food for a long cold winter, this Red Texas Chile does the job! Spend an evening weekday or lazy weekend d...
- 1/2 pound mixed dried chilies (ancho, pasilla, guajillo), trimmed and seeded
- 2 (12 ounce) Mexican beers, such as Negro Modelo
- 3 tablespoons dark chili powder
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon granulated onion
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 2 tablespoons cumin seeds, toasted, then ground in a spice grinder
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 pounds ground beef chuck
- 2 pounds beef chuck, 1/4-inch dice
- 1/2 pound slab bacon, 1/4-inch dice
- 3 white onions, small dice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups red wine
- 1 1/2 quart whole peeled tomatoes, hand-crushed
- 1 1/2 quart beef or chicken stock
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- Kosher salt, to taste
Toasted Meatball Subs
![Toasted Meatball Subs](/media/a6/db/fb0149665793d2e4405635b757841eec85dc.jpg/tsp/toasted-meatball-subs.jpg)
By á-25138
These meatball subs require a bit of extra time in the kitchen, but the results are so worth the effort
- MEATBALLS:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage (hot or mild)
- 1 small onion
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 to 2 teaspoons teaspoons olive oil
- SAUCE:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 clove garlic
- 2 (28-ounce) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup water
- SANDWICHES:
- 6 to 8 hoagie or sub rolls
- Sliced Provolone or mozzarella cheese
Slow-Cooker Mac & Cheese
![Slow-Cooker Mac & Cheese](/media/df/d3/6208f7c853e09c33c71b74ceb66105b64755.jpg/tsp/slow-cooker-mac-and-cheese.jpg)
By jab120638
This mac-and-cheese recipe is an easy-to-make slow cooker recipe that frees-up your hands, so that you can focus on...
- 16-ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 12-ounces evaporated milk
- 3 cups cheddar
- 8-ounces cream cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup
![Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup](/media/fb/41/fe3f50bee0385b79ae0a5af021467502386f.jpg/tsp/slow-cooker-cheeseburger-soup.jpg)
By á-61574
Want the flavors of a burger with the ease of the slow cooker? You got it! Plus, this easy, versatile soup takes ju...
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 4 cups onion, chopped
- 2 (28-ounce) cans Muir Glen organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1/2 cup steak sauce
- 1 (16-ounce) American cheese loaf, cut into cubes
- 1 (22-ounce) bag frozen waffle fries
- 2 cups lettuce, shredded
Cheese & Onion Enchiladas with Tex-Mex Chili Gravy
![Cheese & Onion Enchiladas with Tex-Mex Chili Gravy](/media/b8/d8/fe29fe2043255b76312be5171e14971d2781.jpg/tsp/cheese-and-onion-enchiladas-with-tex-mex-chili-gravy.jpg)
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
This Tex-Mex dish is so easy to make, and you probably have most of the ingredients on hand
- CHILI GRAVY:
- 3 tablespoons Canola oil
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoon powdered garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (Mexican oregano is preferred if it’s available)
- 2 tablespoon chile powder (either homemade or a dark brand such as Gebhardt’s or Whole Foods)
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- CHEESE ENCHILADAS:
- 6 corn tortillas
- 12 Kraft American 2% Cheese singles (or velveeta for TexMex authenticity)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups chili gravy
Pioneer Woman's Beef Brisket
![Pioneer Woman's Beef Brisket](/media/9d/56/c75e9c98d8da8ec9d34d44156eb76f7c27b4.jpg/tsp/pioneer-womans-beef-brisket.jpg)
By CutlerRealEstate
This Beef Brisket is great with mashed potatoes with the juice spooned over the top and your favorite roasted veget...
- 2 (10.5-ounce) cans beef consommé
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 5 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 tablespoons liquid smoke
- 1 (10-pound) beef brisket
Cajun Jambalaya Pasta
![Cajun Jambalaya Pasta](/media/fa/81/d291770e0615cb0858b55f3e6724cbe2254d.jpg/tsp/cajun-jambalaya-pasta.jpg)
By msippigrl
A spicy skillet meal made with smoked sausage, chicken breasts, ziti or penne pasta, red and yellow bell peppers, o...
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2-pound chicken breasts, boneless, skinless or 4 frozen tenders, thawed
- 1/2-pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 1 1/4 cup yellow onion, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, coarsely chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, finely chopped or minced
- 2 (14.5-ounce) cans Hunt's diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Tony Chachere's Original creole seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
- Kosher salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more to taste
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups uncooked ziti pasta or other medium pasta, such as penne
Spicy Jalapeño Philly Cheese Steak Sliders
![Spicy Jalapeño Philly Cheese Steak Sliders](/media/77/dc/6f5f6270316f95051b7b5d2e357b7c94630d.jpg/tsp/spicy-jalapeno-philly-cheese-steak-sliders.jpg)
By á-25138
Spicy, cream cheesy beef, topped with sautéed onions and jalapeño peppers, topped with a slice of provolone chees...
- 1 (1.5-pound) beef chuck roast, shaved into thin slices (most grocery store butchers will do this for you)
- 2 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 large onion, sliced into thin rings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 12-ounces Kraft Philadelphia Spicy Jalapeño Cream Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 8 pretzel rolls or other roll of choice for slider buns
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 to 3 tablespoons butter
Real Texas Chili
![Real Texas Chili](/media/19/c3/5f9df581b052d9761195c1a51631e2f9ee66.jpg/tsp/real-texas-chili.jpg)
By Onolicious
Looking for a real deal Texas chili recipe? Your search is over! This style of chili represents the best of meaty a...
- 3 pounds chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 tablespoons ancho chili powder
- 5 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, freshly ground
- 2 to 3 (14 1/2) cans beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cans pinto beans, drained (Optional)
- Sour cream
- Lime wedges
Pressure Cooker Barbecued Baby Back Ribs
![Pressure Cooker Barbecued Baby Back Ribs](/media/dd/bb/2745aa8de71c3eaa327558abd167cdf0001f.jpg/tsp/pressure-cooker-barbecued-baby-back-ribs.jpg)
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
Seriously. Tender, falling off-the-bone ribs in 15 minutes, when you use a pressure cooker -- plus an extra ten min...
- DRY RUB:
- 1 1/2 to 2 pounds baby back ribs, cut into 2-rib sections
- 3 tablespoons paprika (I reduced to 2-1/2 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- SAUCE:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped fine
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Pizza Wheels (Pizza Party Buns)
![Pizza Wheels (Pizza Party Buns)](/media/8f/a4/42a029c36015355503e3f2dbba2c24f07598.jpg/tsp/pizza-wheels-pizza-party-buns.jpg)
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
This recipe comes from King Arthur Flour, and it's a winner! I love baking homemade cinnamon rolls, and I enjoy mak...
- DOUGH:
- 1 1/4 cups lukewarm milk
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 3 1/2 cups (14 3/4-ounces) King Arthur Unbleached Bread Flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
- FILLING:
- 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, Cabot preferred; or the pizza cheese of your choice
- 4 ounces (about 1 cup) pepperoni, chopped or shredded
- Garlic butter* (optional)
- Shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
Kielbasa Sandwiches with Grilled Sweet Onions, Sauerkraut, Melted Cheese & Mustard Jalapeno Spread
![Kielbasa Sandwiches with Grilled Sweet Onions, Sauerkraut, Melted Cheese & Mustard Jalapeno Spread](/media/a5/b9/b8d1affad3c78924b26c3fbb5f65267ae92f.jpg/tsp/kielbasa-sandwiches-with-grilled-sweet-onions-sauerkraut-melted-cheese-and-mustard-jalapeno-spread.jpg)
By á-25138
The whole grain mustard mixed with the jalapeño jelly makes a spicy and delicious condiment on this sausage and sa...
- 1 pound polish Kielbasa, sliced into 1/4 inch circles
- 1 (12-ounce) jar sauerkraut
- 1 large sweet onion, sliced in thin rounds
- 4 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard
- 4 tablespoons spicy jalapeno jelly
- 4 slices Gruyere cheese
- 4 small crusty rolls
Super Bowl Main Dishes recipe collections
More Super Bowl Main Dishes recipes
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5-Spice Braised Brisket
- 8 ounces ginger, skin on
- 2 yellow onions, halved
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 (4-pound) brisket
- 3 tablespoons five-spice powder
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 8 cups beef stock
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 10 garlic cloves
- 3 star anise
- 3 whole cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 bunch scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
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Smoky BBQ Wings
- 3.5 pounds chicken wings
- 2 cups ketchup
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup TABASCO® brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
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Drunken Beans (Cook's Illustrated)
- Salt
- 1 pound (2 1/2 cups) dried pinto beans, picked over and rinsed
- 30 sprigs fresh cilantro (1 bunch)
- 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
- 1 onion, chopped fine
- 2 poblano chiles*, stemmed, seeded, and chopped fine (reduce to one poblano to cut back on the heat. Two was borderline too spicy for us!)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup tequila
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup Mexican lager
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 2 limes, quartered
- 2 ounces Cotija cheese, crumbled (1/2-cup)
-
Chicago-Style Deep-Dish Pizza
- DOUGH:
- 3 1/4 cups (16 1/4-ounces) unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (2 3/4 ounces) yellow cornmeal
- 1 1/2 teaspoons table salt
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons instant or rapid-rise yeast
- 1 1/4 cups water (10-ounces), room temperature
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 4 tablespoons, softened
- 1 teaspoon plus 4 tablespoons olive oil
- SAUCE:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup grated onion, from 1 medium onion (see note)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Table salt
- 2 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through garlic press (about 2 teaspoons)
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- Ground black pepper
- TOPPINGS:
- 1 pound mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 4-cups) (recommended, whole mozzarella. Don't use pre-shredded, as it doesn't melt well.)
- 1/2 ounce grated Parmesan cheese (about 1/4-cup)
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Meatball Sub Bake
- 1 loaf Italian bread, cut into 1-inch thick slices
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 (1-pound) package frozen meatballs, thawed
- 1 (28-ounce) jar pasta sauce
- 1 cup water
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Juicy Pub-Style Burgers
- 2 pounds sirloin steak tips*, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 4 hamburger buns, toasted and buttered (I prefer brioche burger buns)
- NOTE: *sirloin steak tips is also known as "flap meat". It doesn't sound pretty, but don't let that discourage you. It's delicious. I buy mine at Costco.
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Chili for 100 People
- 30 pounds hamburger
- 2 (6-pound) cans chili beans
- 3 (6-pound) cans kidney beans
- 2 (6-pound) cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 (6-pound) can peeled tomatoes
- 1 (6-pound) can tomato paste
- 40 tablespoons chili powder
- 16 to 18 small onions, chopped
- 4 mild green peppers, chopped
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
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Easy Country-Style BBQ Ribs
- DRY RUB:
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika (smoked is great)
- RIBS:
- 4 pounds country style pork ribs
- 3 cups ketchup
- 1 1/2 cups beer
- 3/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
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Cheeseburger Quesadillas
- 1 1/4 pounds ground sirloin
- 2/3 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 24 dill pickle chips plus 2 tablespoons pickle juice
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 4 (10-inch) flour tortillas
- 8 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2-cups)
- Cooking spray
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Fiery Shrimp Quesadillas
- 20 extra large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 1/4 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1/4 cup Sriracha
- 2 cups Sargento® Traditional Cut Shredded 4 Cheese Mexican
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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Pressure Cooker Pulled Pork
- 4 to 6 lbs boneless pork butt
- 4 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoon paprika
- 1 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 8 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
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Crab & Avocado Quesadillas
- SALSA:
- 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced into 1/4-inch cubes
- 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 large ripe tomato, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 fresh jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
- QUESADILLAS:
- 12 (8-inch) flour tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups crabmeat, cooked, any bits of shell removed
- 1 1/2 cups Monterey Jack, shredded
- 2 ripe Hass avocados, pitted, peeled, and mashed
- 1/3 cup finely chopped scallion
- 1/3 cup lightly packed, finely chopped cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
- Grapeseed or canola oil for frying
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