6 Tailgating Essentials + Chili Cheese Dog Recipe
Many thanks to Sam’s Club for sponsoring today’s story and getting me ready for tailgating.
Have you ever been to a tailgating party? Whether you head to a game and camp out outside the stadium before the game starts or simply throw a party from your own home to watch the big game, these tailgating essentials can help you get ready!
6 Top Tailgating Essentials
Portable Grill – Traditional tailgating means a parking lot party which makes a portable grill an absolute essential! But even if you plan to host your tailgating from home, you’ll want a good grill. You can grab a portable gas grill for under $100 at Sam’s Club.
Good Food – No party is complete without finger-lickin’ good food. Pack fruits, veggies, chips, soda, and some great entrees. See below for a yummy chili cheese dog recipe that’s perfect for making at your tailgating party.
Fan Gear – What good is a party if you’re not cheering for your favorite team. Go all out dressing up in your team colors, paint your face, or throw on a team jersey!
Football – Grab a football and toss it back and forth to get you excited to watch the game and have fun with your friends.
Camping Chair – A portable camping chair is perfect for your party to give you a place to sit, eat, chat, and party. When it’s time to head into the stadium, fold it up and you’re clean-up is done!
Music – Good tunes always complete a party. At home, complete your entertainment center with a Samsung soundbar and subwoofer to give you the full sound experience for the game.
Chili Cheese Dog Recipe
Ingredients:
- Hot Dogs
- Buns
- Hormel Chili
- Kraft Velveeta cheese
Grill your hot dogs until cooked through.
Open and heat your chili and Velveeta cheese in a pot on your grill or using a 10-cup multicooker.
Lightly toast your buns, if desired. With the buns toasted they will have a great texture and won’t get soggy from your toppings.
Layer your hot dog inside your bun, top with chili and cheese. Serve and enjoy!
When you’re getting ready for your tailgating party, Sam’s Club is the perfect place to shop for all the essentials! Visit Sam’s Club Tailgating page to find more essentials and ideas to prepare for your big party!
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Sounds like you’re really ready to have fun! We love chili dogs!!
These look delicious, my hubby would love these, I’ll have to give this a shot!
Sounds like you are definitely ready for some tailgating fun! Love the post you shared.
I am not much of a fan of football so tailgating doesn’t happen much for me. However, I agree that good music and good food makes for a perfect time. 🙂
Great tips! That hot dog looks beyond amazing!!!
I don’t tailgate but I certainly eat chili cheese dogs and those look delicious! I will definitely be making some soon.
Oh man… I’m sitting here HUNGRY but about to go to bed and I’m DYING for some good food and BOY does this look good! I LOVE chili cheese dogs! But I never tried them with velveeta – I’m going to have to pick some up.
Love tailgating, good food, and great football! This cheese dog looks amazing! Stopping by from Wow Me Wednesday!
Cathy
I have to hide this from my husband. He LOVES chili cheese dogs! Eee!
Chili dogs are certainly tailgating menu items!!! Putting this on the menu for our next party!
looks like you have it all planned out dog looks yummy and I am so ready to tailgate
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I would love to have that portable grill! And that chili cheese dog looks so delicious!
I love chicken wings. The chili dog looks so tasty i want to eat one now. I also like to bring fresh fruit for a refreshing change from the heavier foods.
I always say I’m going to tailgate and I never do. Let this be my year…I’m determined. It looks like so much fun!Good thing Sam’s is nearby for the snacks.
I have NEVER had a chili cheese dog, ever! I am now seeing that I am missing out. That looks delicious. I keep hearing all these things about tailgating… I need to get out more I think!
I always look forward to fall. It means it is time for football, friends and great tail gate parties. Chili cheese dogs is one of my favorite things to make for football Sunday.
Music and fun games are a must! We like ladderball and cornhole.
I am so craving a hot dog lately!!! Chili cheese dog definitely says tailgating! YUM
I love tailgating time! All the yummy food, like this chili cheese dog makes me so happy!
Great tailgating tips! Your Chili Cheese Dog looks amazing!!!!
Tailgating seems to be so much fun! I have never actually experienced it before
OMG, that looks so yummy. A chili hot dog is the perfect tailgate food – with a nice cold beer to top it off!
Great list of essentials! I’m sure my husband would say that you need more meat, especially sausage links. But that could be for tailgating or just dinner!
Good music is a must for tailgating. I prefer AC\DC to really get into the mood.
Sounds like you’ve got it covered. I’m definitely with you on the chairs. It’s no fun if you can’t sit down, especially when you’re eating!
That portable grill is AWESOME! I must get one.
I sure to miss tailgating and having a Sams Club close by. Yummmm on those chili dogs.
That chili dog looks great. We aren’t tailgating tonight, but we might just need to eat like it anyway. Chili dogs for the win!
Love a great tailgate! I’m craving a chili dog now.
I love Samsung for music needs! And Velveeta on a dog might be a huge hit here (with the chili of course). Willing to give it a try!
We usually grill when we tailgate, so I love your chili cheese dog idea. I might have to try those next sunday!
I’ve never tailgated so these tips will sure come in handy when I ever do! We love chili cheese dogs in my house! Yum!
These are all great ideas for tailgating. I love Velveeta!
I don’t like football, but I like everything about tailgating. Especially the food! I tried concentrating on your tips, but the delicious cheesy chili dog picture snagged my attention and wouldn’t let go! It looks so tasty.
I have never tailgated but these are some great tips for when I do. The chili cheese dog is my hubby’s favorite – thank you for sharing at Share It One More Time. Cathy