According to Men’s Health, “Americans consume more calories as a nation on Super Bowl Sunday than on any other day of the year…” To be accurate, they state that by the time that the Super Bowl Game is over, “Americans will have downed 156 BILLION calories.” Yes, I did say BILLION, with a B. That is amazing!!!

So whether you are cheering for the New England Patriots or the New York Giants, my suggestion to you is to add in a veggie tray or some low calorie treats amongst those high calorie items.

Here are some ideas I have that your guests won’t even know:

Use light Velveeta cheese in the cheese dip.
Use Hidden Valley Ranch Lite, rather than the regular Ranch.
Use Light Butter in the Wing Sauce.

Check out the Men’s Health Guide to Super Bowl for all sorts of cool tips!

I think if you use your head while cooking up your grub for your party, we can come up with a game plan to save just a few calories and maybe, with all hope, we can save the American community a BILLION calories or so!

PS…Even though my Pittsburgh Steelers are not in the Super Bowl, I will be sitting in front of the TV with my Celery, Carrots and Light Ranch cheering for whoever is behind at that moment.

I just love this delicacy during a cook out or tailgate party! 

Here are a few tips that will help you out on your deep frying adventure. 

• Always make sure the turkey is completely thawed.
• Clean the turkey in same manner as for roasting.
• Do not stuff.
• Rub dry seasoning inside and out when using dry or inject liquid seasoning.
• Determine how much oil to use by following this little tip.
• Fill pot with water. 
• Lower turkey into water.  (The water should cover turkey without spilling over-adjust accordingly.)
• Remove turkey and measure water.
• Discard water and fill pot with oil.  
• Heat oil to at least 310 degrees, before adding turkey.
• Be careful of oil splattering when lowering turkey into hot oil.

Cooking time table:

• Skinless turkey
• 3 minutes per pound  
• Turkey with skin
• 3  ½ minutes per pound

Let turkey set for 20 min before carving.

Now enjoy! 

If you are looking for a Turkey Fryer, Bass Pro Shop has some great ones.  You can go to Basspro.com to order yours today!

GO PENN STATE!!!

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Penn State is playing Michigan today and I have to miss the game.  My son is playing his own football game today. 

I am a born and raised Michigan girl who converted to a Penn State fan when I moved to Pennsylvania about 6 years ago.  This game is the toughest game for me to watch.  I have an internal fight inside, but alway scream for Penn State!

Tailgate Tip of the Day:

Check out Penn States tailgating tips here. 

Here is a tip to keep those burgers, brats, and dogs hot! 

When grilling for a large number of people, have you ever had a problem keeping hamburgers, brats or hot dogs hot and moist?  Here is a little tip that my mom told me.

What you will need:

• 2 cans beer
• 1 stick oleo
• 3 chicken boullion cubes
• 2 large onions sliced

Mix all ingredients in a large roaster, heat over medium heat.  Add your burgers, brats or hot dogs as they get done.

This will keep all of your meat hot and moist.       

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Looking for a Quick Meal Idea For Your Next Party?

Football season is here and that means another reason to have a party!!!

Do the words Quick, Easy and Meal pique your interest?  Here is my favorite sloppy joe recipe that a family friend always makes. 

What you will need:

• 3 pounds ground beef
• 1 ½ cup tomato paste  
• ½ cup brown sugar  
• 1 tablespoon A-1 Steak sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• ½ cup white vinegar
• 1 cup tomato soup
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• Onion (optional)
• Salt (optional)

Brown 3 pounds hamburger, onion (as desired) and salt to taste.  Drain.  Add  tomato paste, brown sugar, A-1 Steak Sauce, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, tomato soup and tomato sauce.  Cook over medium heat slowly at least 1 hour, stirring often.   Serve on buns. 

Bring the mixture in a crock pot, keep on low heat and stir throughout the day to keep your meal fresh for all that attend.  

Get Ready For The Super Bowl!

SuperBowl XLI is only 3 weeks away.  Are you ready for your SuperBowl party?  Although my Pittsburgh Steelers are not in the SuperBowl, it is a great reason to have a party!  One thing to remember is to keep it simple.  You want to have fun too! 

Here are a few tips to a successful SuperBowl Party.

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After all the streamers have fallen and all the balloons are gone, New Year’s Eve turns into New Year’s Day, and we all know that means ….FOOTBALL!!! 

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