8 All-Star Tailgate Recipes

MT. PLEASANT, Mich.,–– When football season starts, tailgating is a must. Getting your family and friends together to enjoy a fun day as a group is a wonderful way to make memories before the big game. The best part about tailgating, though, is definitely the food! These 8 all-star tailgate recipes are sure to be a hit no matter where you tailgate or what team you root for. Read on to discover recipes for breakfast, appetizers, entrees, and even desserts! You won't want to miss out on any of these must-try dishes this tailgate season.

Bacon Pancake Dippers

Heading to the tailgate early this year? Get your pre-game festivities started with bacon pancake dippers! What beats bacon and pancakes for breakfast? Nothing! All you have to do in order to enjoy this recipe is cook a strip of bacon in your pancake batter for an unbeatable combination this tailgate season. Dip this crunchy and savory combination in maple syrup for a great breakfast starter to kick off your tailgate fun! 

Chicken & Waffle Sliders

For those of us who prefer Southern cooking, these chicken and waffle sliders are sure to satisfy your appetite before the game! Serve these up with some maple syrup for added flavor. Also, if you're in a hurry, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare before heading out to your tailgate.

Garlic Parmesan Pretzels

These garlic parmesan pretzels are a real crowd pleaser! This recipe is quick, easy, and goes with just about any other tailgate food you bring, too! If you serve this tasty treat with warm cheese dip, you'll officially be the MVP of the tailgate!

Sweet and Spicy Sausage

There's something about slow cooked sausage that just can't be beaten! This sweet and spicy sausage recipe is the perfect blend of savory, smoky, and hot flavors. It's sure to be a hit no matter who you root for at the game!

Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliders

Are you a fan of cheese? We are too! These chicken cordon bleu sliders are sure to satisfy your cheesy cravings before the big game. This warm, melty combination of chicken, ham, mustard, and swiss cheese is the perfect way to fill up while you wait for the game to start. Plus, they only take a few minutes to cook! Make these sliders a new tradition at your tailgate this season.

Mini Bacon & Ranch Cheese Balls

Finger foods are popular at every tailgate. So, bring the heat this year with mini bacon and ranch cheese balls! This easy and fun combo-snack only takes about 10 minutes to make and is a delicious game day delight for any fan of bacon! 

Buffalo Chicken Tortilla Roll-Ups

After one bite of these buffalo chicken tortilla roll-ups, you'll be hooked! This delectably delicious dish simply can't be beat during any tailgate festivities, no matter how you slice it. Plus, if you aren't a fan of buffalo sauce, you can substitute it with your favorite barbecue sauce as a great tasting alternative! 

Apple Fritter Monkey Bread

Spoil your tailgaters this year with apple fritter monkey bread. Every bite of this deliciously gooey dessert is packed with sweet and sugary apple flavor. Make sure to save some for yourself, because everyone at the tailgate is going to want a piece of this all-star dessert!

Get fired up for the football season this year with these 8 all-star tailgate recipes! From tasty treats to fantastic finger foods, tailgating foods are the MVP of snacking. Make the most of your tailgate season this year by enjoying some must-try tailgating activities. If you're planning on tailgating with your vehicle this season, schedule a check-up with us to ensure that it's ready to take on tailgating. Need routine maintenance performed on your vehicle? Don't forget to check out our coupons to save big on service next time you stop by our Service Center!

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com

Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Google+, and YouTube

Graff Celebrates CMU Football in Mt. Pleasant

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – If you've visited our Facebook page, Twitter, Blog, or store lately you probably realized that we have so much going on to kick off the start of football season. It's no secret that we're huge Central Michigan University fans, so we're celebrating CMU Football at Graff Mt. Pleasant with a few exciting events and opportunities!

If you want the chance to WIN all kinds of AMAZING prizes, then you need to celebrate CMU Football at Graff Mt. Pleasant during one of our upcoming events! First up is Friday Night Lights taking place from 3-7pm on this Friday at our Chevrolet store. Join us for $9.95 oil changes, free dash light checks, and the chance to WIN a complete Apple package including a Macbook Pro, iPad, and iPod by placing your guess for the exact score of the game on Saturday!

Plus, Friday Night Lights is also the time for you to REGISTER to play in our cash machine at Saturday's tailgate and to REGISTER to compete in the Punt, Pass, Kick Competition that takes place during the 3rd Quarter of Saturday's football game! You'll want to make sure you register for both of these events so that you don't miss the chance to WIN a customized moped, free parking pass, semester of free books, CMU Bookstore gift card, and tons of other prizes!

It's a lot to take in, but the moral of the story is that you need to come to Friday Night Lights at Graff Mt. Pleasant so that you don't miss out on any opportunities to win these insane prizes we are giving away! So, we'll see you there and then make sure to come see us at Saturday's tailgate for tons of other fun before kickoff!

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
Follow us on: Facebook, Pinterest, Google+, Twitter and YouTube