10 ways to win at tailgating

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No idea what NFL actually stands for? Can't name a college football team to save your life? No sweat. Show up with with an herby corn salad in creamy dressing, zippy sweet-hot jerk chicken skewers, or a lemony plum cake. Keep your mouth full and your friends will be none the wiser.

Crispy spice-brined pecans by AntoniaJames

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Pancetta slaw with chili-lime vinaigrette by checker

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Tomato salad with corn, summer squash, and roasted onions by Merrill Stubbs

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Jerk chicken kebabs by sdebrango

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Tailgate paella by North Country Rambler

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Grilled skirt steak with greek salsa by thirschfeld

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New England lobster rolls with lemon chive mayonnaise by Sonali aka the Foodie Physician

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Dilled, crunchy sweet-corn salad with buttermilk dressing by creamtea

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Roberto Santibañez' classic guacamole by Genius Recipes

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Banana, coconut, chocolate chip snack cake by ATG117

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