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The 2022 Winter Olympics are here, and you know what that means… it’s time to throw an Olympics Watch Party! I’ve searched every corner of food-loving cyberspace to find the BEST finger foods, dips, soups, salads, main dishes, and desserts, so you don’t have to! Let’s cheer on Team USA while enjoying these fantastic dishes with friends and family!
The 2022 Olympics are here, and it’s time to cheer on the athletes! No matter what country they hail from, they have put in hours of hard work. Even though we can’t be there in person, we can show them support by watching and sending them lots of good vibes while they compete.
To honor this event and all our hardworking athletes, I want to share my favorite recipes for casual parties that are all PERFECT to serve at an Olympic Watch Party! Many of these recipes are tried and true favorites of mine that will guarantee you the gold medal!
This roundup has everything from Pizza Pinwheels to Sausage Balls, from classic Minestrone Soup to Crock Pot Pulled Pork. With all the options here, it’ll definitely be harder narrowing down your menu than finding recipes to serve!
Family Favorite Finger Foods and Dips
Best Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a crowd-pleasing appetizer for any party! These perfect small bites are outrageously delicious and are a must-make for the holidays.
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Buttery Garlic Breadsticks – Lovely Little Kitchen
You’ll be surprised how easy these are to make. And if you loved play-dough as a kid, you’ll probably love rolling out and shaping the dough into twists like me!
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Air Fryer Pickles Recipe – Evolving Table
Perfectly crispy and crunchy, this Air Fryer Pickles recipe will be your new favorite healthy snack! Pickle chips are coated in seasoned breadcrumbs then air fried, so no oil is needed.
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Black Bean And Corn Salsa Recipe – A Southern Soul
This colorful and fresh Black Bean And Corn Salsa is creamy, and crunchy with a subtle spicy kick! Made with 6 simple ingredients and in just 10 minutes, this salsa makes a great appetizer on its own, but don’t stop there.
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Pizza Pinwheels – Yellow Bliss Road
Pizza Pinwheels are so easy to make, and would be a great after school snack or finger food for a party or get together. With just a few ingredients, they come together in just minutes!
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Buffalo Chicken Dip – A Southern Soul
Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip is a quick and easy appetizer that is sure to be a hit at your next party! Made with slow-cooked buffalo chicken, cheese and loaded with your favorite wing sauce, it’s a hot, creamy dip that will have everyone begging you for the recipe.
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Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy, rich, classic recipe that is perfect for any gathering at any time of the year! Easy to prepare in less than 15 minutes, or made ahead of time, this hot dip is a must-make for special occasions.
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Fantastic Soup & Salad Recipes
Mediterranean Pasta Salad – A Southern Soul
Juicy tomatoes and cucumbers along with salty olives, red onion, tender pasta, and spinach are tossed together with creamy feta cheese in a homemade dressing for a crave-able salad that’s so easy to make!
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Classic Minestrone Soup – Cookie and Kate
Finally! It’s about time this blog offered a traditional minestrone soup recipe. Minestrone is a hearty Italian vegetable soup made with tomato-y broth and pasta or rice.
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Greek Salad Recipe – Love and Lemons
Sweet, juicy tomatoes, snappy bell peppers, and crisp cucumbers abound. This Greek salad recipe showcases these veggies, without any greens to get in the way.
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Super Simple Broccoli Cheese Soup – Southern Bite
This soup is easy to put together in less than 45 minutes. It’s rich, cheesy, and super creamy. Y’all are going to love it!
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Red Cabbage and Apple Slaw – The Modern Proper
This slaw is magic. Red cabbage, tart granny smith apples, the slight heat of a jalapeño, and the bright flavors of mint and cilantro…it simply cannot be beat.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup – Gimme Some Oven
Super easy to make since the slow cooker does all the work!
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Easy To Make Main Dish Recipes
Best Crock Pot Pulled Pork
Juicy, perfectly seasoned pulled pork cooked low and slow is the ultimate recipe for casual entertaining! Whether served as a sandwich on game day, made into nachos for movie night, or served on a buffet for a family gathering, this is a must-make recipe any month of the year.
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Award Winning Southern Soul Chili – A Southern Soul
Award-Winning Chili made with beef and beans in a rich sauce is loaded with amazing flavor! Perfect for tailgating, game day, or when you’re feeding a crowd. Simmered for hours, its comfort food at it’s BEST.
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Baked Rigatoni Pasta Recipe – Dinner at the Zoo
This baked rigatoni recipe is pasta tossed in a flavorful meat sauce, then topped with plenty of cheese and baked until golden brown. A super easy dinner option that’s great for feeding a crowd!
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Whether you’re feeding a crowd on game day, hosting a family get-together, or heading to a potluck, Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is the recipe to serve! Loaded with tender chicken, smokey bacon, gooey cheese and seasoned with ranch dressing flavor, this dish is always a crowd-pleaser.
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Sheet Pan Chicken with Rainbow Vegetables – Well Plated By Erin
Calling all the colors! Empty your refrigerator of vegetables and juice some lemons, because this rainbow-bright healthy Sheet Pan Chicken with Rainbow Vegetables is here to be this week’s easy dinner winner.
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Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs – A Southern Soul
Slow-cooked country-style pork ribs are fall off the bone tender and juicy. Coated in a rich sauce flavored with garlic, honey, soy sauce, and chili powder, Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs are perfect for weeknight meals or weekend gatherings.
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Desserts and Sweet Treats
Monster Cookies Recipes
Beautifully crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside, and served in 40 minutes, you’d never believe how easy these Monster Cookies are to make!
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Super Simple S’mores Brownies – A Southern Soul
All the flavors of your favorite campfire S’mores turned into brownies, right in your own kitchen! S’mores Brownies are super easy to make with a box brownie mix and then amped up with toasted marshmallows, crispy graham crackers, and chocolate.
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Banana Caramel Cream Dessert – Glorious Treats
Sweet, creamy and delicious… this Banana Caramel Cream Dessert is a favorite treat for any party or celebration.
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Lemon Curd Thumbprint Cookies
Melt in your mouth, tender buttery cookies filled with lemon curd are a dessert lover’s dream come true! Just like your favorite Thumbprint Cookie, now with a burst of sweet citrus flavor.
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Classic Apple Crisp (Easy Recipe) – Sally’s Baking Addiction
Featuring warm gooey cinnamon apples and a brown sugar oat topping, this comfort food classic takes half the time and effort that traditional apple pie requires.
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Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies – 2 Ways
With 6 simple ingredients and 10 minutes of preparation, you can enjoy these delicious Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies! Whether you’re in the mood for a sweet treat to brighten up your weekend, or you’re trying to find the perfect way to show your love on Valentine’s Day, these cookies are the answer!
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