31 Fast Football Snacks You Can Make at Halftime

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31 Fast Football Snacks You Can Make at Halftime1/31 Nacho Cheese Dip Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With jobs, school and sport activities, evening is our time for family fun. We munch on this zippy dip while visiting or watching a movie. —Dawn Taylor, Milton, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 75 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 2/31 Spicy Peanut Butter and Pork Sandwich Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Peanut Butter and Pork Sandwich

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A little spicy, a little sweet, with just a hint of curry, this flavor combo is something you just have to try. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 open-faced sandwich: 215 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 381mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein. 3/31 Dill Bloody Marys 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dill Bloody Marys Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From

To make Contrary Marys simply leave out the vodka

the Recipe Creator: With a nice level of pepper, and just enough dill from the pickle, these Bloody Marys are sure to please. To make Contrary Marys simply leave out the vodka. —Jay Ferkovich, Green Bay, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 224 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 1613mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 4/31 Mustard Dip for Pretzels 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dijon-Bacon Dip for Pretzels Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With just four ingredients that you

probably already have in your pantry or fridge, this quick appetizer comes together in a snap. If you like the zip of horseradish, start with a teaspoon or two and add more to taste. —Isabelle Rooney, Summerville, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoon: 154 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 428mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 5/31 Chicken Salad 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a recipe that always seems to be used at our family

gatherings

gatherings. Everyone loves it. Make a batch ahead for busy days. —Cathy Rauen, Ridgeway, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 316 calories, 21g fat (4g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 321mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein. 6/31 Dreamy Fruit Dip 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dreamy Fruit Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings about 4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone will love this thick cream cheese fruit dip. Serve it with apple wedges, pineapple chunks, strawberries and grapes. —Anna Beiler, Strasburg, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 75 calories,

Serve with salsa on the side and a frosty smoothie, if you’d like

6g fat (5g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 7/31 Shrimp Quesadilla 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp Quesadilla Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Quick and simple enough for any weekday, this dish boasts a refreshing flavor special enough for guests. Serve with salsa on the side and a frosty smoothie, if you’d like. —Tiffany Bryson-San Antonio, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 523 calories, 27g fat (8g saturated fat), 163mg cholesterol, 707mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars,

4g fiber), 30g protein

4g fiber), 30g protein. 8/31 Beer Dip 148 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Beer Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 3-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ranch dressing mix flavors this easy dip packed with shredded cheese. It’s perfect paired with pretzels. Be forewarned, though—it’s hard to stop eating once you’ve started! The beer cheese dip can be made with any type of beer, including nonalcoholic. I’ve taken it to many parties and I am always asked for the recipe. —Michelle Long, New Castle, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 93 calories, 8g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2

fat (5g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 184mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 9/31 Tuna Wrap 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crunchy Tuna Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Packed with protein-rich tuna and fresh, crunchy veggies, these colorful wraps have sensational flavor—and they’re good for you, too. —Edie Farm, Farmington, New Mexico Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 312 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 628mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2

starch, 1/2 fat

starch, 1/2 fat. 10/31 Nacho Popcorn 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 5 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I like to munch on this while watching TV. The nacho flavoring is a zesty alternative to butter and salt. —Linda Boehme, Fairmont, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 98 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 245mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 11/31 Caramel Apple Float 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Caramel Apple Float Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min

Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who doesn’t love the flavors of caramel, apples, and vanilla ice cream together? If I’m feeling fancy, I drizzle caramel syrup around the inside of my glass before adding the apple cider and ginger ale. —Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 220 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 102mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 12/31 Loaded Baked Potato Dip 26 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings 10 servings (2-1/2 cups) Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I never thought of using waffle-cut fries as a scoop for dip until a friend of mine did at a baby shower. They’re ideal for my cheesy bacon and chive dip, which tastes just like a baked potato topper. —Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup (calculated without fries): 149 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 260mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 11g protein. 13/31 No-Bake Peanut Butter Treats 33 Reviews No-Bake Peanut Butter Treats Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 15 treats Go

Keep them in the refrigerator for portable snacks

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Perfect for road trips, these peanut butter oatmeal balls won’t stick to your hands. Keep them in the refrigerator for portable snacks. —Sonia Rohda, Waverly, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 70 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 46mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 14/31 Caprese Skewers 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings 12 kabobs Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Trade in the usual veggie platter for these fun kabobs. In

And because assembly is so easy, the kids often ask to help

addition to preparing these for get-togethers, I often make these as snacks for my family. And because assembly is so easy, the kids often ask to help. —Christine Mitchell, Glendora, California Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob: 44 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat. 15/31 Pizza Quesadillas 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Pizza Quesadillas Recipe photo by Diana Chistruga for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my husband and I needed a

quick meal, I fixed this recipe using leftover ingredients

quick meal, I fixed this recipe using leftover ingredients. Unlike traditional Mexican quesadillas, it calls for Italian meats, cheeses and seasoning. Serve it with a green salad for a simple dinner for two. —Barbara Rupert, Edgefield, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1/2 quesadilla: 464 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 1546mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein. 16/31 Moscow Mule 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Moscow Mule Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s an old-time cocktail that was popular in the

1940s and ’50s

1940s and ’50s. A Moscow Mule is traditionally served in a copper mug with plenty of ice. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 169 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 12mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 17/31 So-Easy Snack Mix Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 5 min Servings 4 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I eat this tasty treat just as much as (if not more than) the kids! Have fun with it by adding other goodies into the mix, like nuts, cereal, pretzels and more.

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