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the fun begins, there is a lot of planning to take into
consideration. If you want to wow the crowd, there are a few key
things you need to address. If you want your party to be a
touchdown, keep reading and don’t fumble.
Before you can throw the game winning pass, you have to figure out
how many players you have. Sending invites with RSVP is a great way
to determine how many people to expect so you can plan the right
amount of space, seating, and food and drinks. If you are planning a
large party it’s a good idea to ask for confirmation a week or two
prior to the event. If your party is going to be more intimate, just
a few family members or friends, ask them to let you know if they
are attending at least a few days in advance.
Choosing the right location is key. Evaluate your maximum number of
guests and plan accordingly. If you’re just having a few friends or
family members over to watch, your living room should be enough. If
you plan to host a large group, you might want to consider moving
the party outside. A backyard party allows room to freely move
around, and you can set up some backyard games during commercials
and halftime. Having the party at home also means that you have to
set up and clean up, so some people might opt to rent a venue for
their watch party.
Don’t forget about the watch part. For smaller
parties your home TV should be plenty. You can consider bringing in
other TVs from bedrooms or setting up different locations for
guests. For instance, the kid area could be in a bedroom or basement
while the adults watch in the living room or garage. You can rent a
small screen and a projector if you’re hosting indoors. However, if
you’re hosting a back yard bash you should look into something
bigger like an inflatable movies screen such as the 15 foot
inflatable outdoor movie screen by Tangkula. The game is the reason
for the party so it should be the center of attention at the party.
Prepare to get sacked if your snack game is more of a flag football
game than the super bowl. Even if you’re planning a small football
Sunday, your snacks are going to be the life of the party. Think
about the age of the crowd, if the space has a way to keep food
warm, and consider dietary restrictions as well. You should plan
your menu accordingly to ensure everyone has something to munch on
while watching the game. Finger foods like fries, chicken nuggets,
chips, and dips are handy. For larger crowds you can prepare
something in bulk like sloppy joes or pulled pork, chicken wings, or
pizza. Aside from food you should stock up the fridge and coolers
with various drinks. Make sure you have ice cold beer, soda, water,
energy drinks, and more. With the charcuterie crazy, consider a meat
and cheese spread or a cheeseball.
This pepperoni football is sure to impress your
guests!
You’ll need:
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2 - 8 oz blocks of room
temperature cream cheese
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2 cups of shredded mozzarella
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1 cup finely grated parmesan
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1 Tbsp. freshly chopped parsley
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 Tsp crushed red pepper flakes
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Kosher salt
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Ground pepper
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2 cups mini pepperonis
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1 slice mozzarella cut into thin
strips
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Crackers or chips for serving
In a large bowl, combine
cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, parsley, garlic, crushed red
pepper, salt and pepper to season and stir until combined.
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Transfer cream cheese mixture onto
serving platter and form into a football shape. Smooth the top and
cover with mini pepperoni. Top with mozzarella “laces” and serve
with crackers or chips of your choice.
Prepare some fun games to keep the party going. This
way, guests can enjoy the games during commercials, half time, and
before and after the big game. A traditional football game in the
yard can enhance the excitement and keep kids occupied while parents
are socializing. Just make sure to supervise for safety. A friendly
game of bags is always a party favorite and many bags boards are
made with football team mascots, colors, and team names.
Decorations are not a necessity, but they are a good
way to show some love to your favorite team. As the host, you decide
what team to root for and your decorations can be a reflection of
that. You can really play up your team using their colors, logo and
mascot. You can heat up the rivalry by making the guests enjoy their
snacks on plates with your team logo and drink out of cups in your
teams’ colors. If you’d rather not stir up your guests, there are
plenty of football themed decorations that don’t show favoritism to
any team. Flags, football fields, goal posts, helmets, and footballs
are all appropriate decorations.
With guests comes mess, so prepare for cleanup. Stock up on garbage
bags, napkins, and dish soap. If you want to skip the exhausting
task of washing dishes, opt for disposable utensils, plates, and
cups. If your party is at your home, you’ll need to make sure your
bathroom area is prepped for guests as well. Stock up on toilet
paper and hand soap to make sure everyone is comfortable when they
need a time out.
Whatever direction you decide to take with your football party make
sure to have a great time! Football is a great way to get family and
friends involved and together. Life is better together! Enjoy and
may the best team WIN!
[Lesleigh Bennett]
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