Something to note about me is that I love football.

Additionally, going to Michigan State University (go green!)

and experiencing tailgate culture at its finest further solidified my appreciation of the sport.

Air-Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

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To me, all of these dishes fit the bill and have me coming back again and again.

This creamy and satisfying dish can be served with tortilla chips and veggies for dipping.

Cream cheese tempers the just-right hint of heat from the pepper and Buffalo sauce.

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To save time, you could stuff the peppers ahead of the party and fry them just before serving.

Serve with carrot sticks, celery sticks and tortilla chips for dipping.

We love the smoky heat from the ground chipotle, but omit it if you prefer a mild chili.

chunky black bean salsa with corn & bell pepper

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Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread and coleslaw.

Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings

These are the best baked chicken wings around.

Cooking the wings in the oven, not the fryer, reduces fat and calories.

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It’s cooked and served all in the same skillet, cutting down on dishes.

Serve it with crackers, toasted bread or fresh-cut veggies.

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Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili

Photographer/Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist/Kay Clarke, Food Stylist/Emily Nabors Hall

Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings

Jennifer Causey

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Skillet Sun-Dried Tomato Dip

Photography / Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling / Ruth Blackburn