Taste of Tailgate recipe and photo contest

KTBS 3 First News has a mouthwatering way to kick-off football season…our Taste of Tailgate contest! Open your tailgate party play book and find the recipe that always scores for your team! Your tailgate talents could win two tickets to the September 13 LSU/North Texas game, courtesy of Tiger Island and Reeves Marine!

Submit your favorite tailgate recipe and tailgate pictures. The top 5 recipes will be announced August 12 during KTBS 3 First News.

Must be 18 or older to enter. Must live in the Ark-La-Tex. Prize includes tickets only. Transportation and hotel not included.

 

 

And The Winner Is...
Fatty
The "Fatty" by Billy Atkins. The judges fell in love with the stuffed grilled meatloaf recipe. He won two tickets to the LSU/North Texas game. Rebecca Wren came in second with her unique spin on potato salad. . ... more »
 
The Top Five
Joes Crawfish (or shrimp) Etouffee
3 lbs. of peeled crawfish tails + packing juices             (Check the weight on the packs!  Bernard’s are only 12 ounces, so you need four) 3 large sweet onions             (Real Vidalia’s are the best followed by honey yellow and regular yellow) 2 large ... more »
 
Smokin Soakin Burgers
I learned this recipe for Mardi Gras parties when I would grill for 300 of my clients, friends and family. The only way to keep it juicy, fresh and hot was to throw it into the Smokin’ Soakin’ sauce pan. I have a traveling pit on wheels that we use ... more »
Potato Salad
New Potatoes purple onion olives bacon pimento mayo spicy mustard horseradish boiled eggs dill pickle relish garlic, paprika, ... more »
 
Fatty (Stuffed Grilled Meatloaf)
The perfect tailgating food. With so many options can be made to suit anyones taste. The choices are endless in the type of sausage you use and also in the filling. You can go from spicy with hot sausage and a jalapeno mixture to sweet with maple sausage and an ... more »
Crawfish Casserole
1lb peeled crawfish tails (previously frozen ok) 1 stick butter 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can french onion soup 1 can rotel tomatoes (mild or spicy-will be super hot!!) 1 cup white rice In a large saucepan, melt 1 stick of butter.   Stir in 1 ... more »
 
Taste of Tailgate
Joes Crawfish (or shrimp) Etouffee
3 lbs. of peeled crawfish tails + packing juices             (Check the weight on the packs!  Bernard’s are only 12 ounces, so you need four) 3 large sweet onions             (Real Vidalia’s are the best followed by honey yellow and regular yellow) 2 large ... more »
 
Smokin Soakin Burgers
I learned this recipe for Mardi Gras parties when I would grill for 300 of my clients, friends and family. The only way to keep it juicy, fresh and hot was to throw it into the Smokin’ Soakin’ sauce pan. I have a traveling pit on wheels that we use ... more »
Super Slaw
1 16oz. pkg cole slaw mix 1/2 bottle slaw dressing 2 cups pico de gallo (you can use prepared pico purchased in the produce section of grocery store or make your own as described below) Prepare Pico by ... more »
Potato Salad
New Potatoes purple onion olives bacon pimento mayo spicy mustard horseradish boiled eggs dill pickle relish garlic, paprika, ... more »
 
Easy Football Brownies
1 package fudge brownie mix (for a 13x9x2 pan) 1 can ready-made chocolate frosting ½ cup vanilla or white chocolate chips   Prepare and bake the brownie batter according to package directions.  Cool on a wire rack.     Cut the cooled brownies with a sharp knife, making parallel ... more »
 
Super Slaw
1 16oz. pkg cole slaw mix 1/2 bottle slaw dressing 2 cups pico de gallo (you can use prepared pico purchased in the produce section of grocery store or make your own as described below) Prepare Pico by mixing ... more »
 
Black Bean Salad
This is, without a doubt, the EASIEST salad I have ever made, essentially six ingredients, mixed together at once. Don’t let the feta cheese and mint fool you. They do exceptionally well as a compliment to the beans. Also, don’t hesitate to bring this to a tailgate party. Serve this ... more »
 
Fatty (Stuffed Grilled Meatloaf)
The perfect tailgating food. With so many options can be made to suit anyones taste. The choices are endless in the type of sausage you use and also in the filling. You can go from spicy with hot sausage and a jalapeno mixture to sweet with maple sausage and an ... more »
CORN SALAD
3 cans whole Kernel corn                               ¼ c. chopped bell pepper 1 c. Shredded Cheddar cheese               1 c. Miracle Whip salad dressing 4 green onions                                                   1 bag chili cheese fritos   ... more »
 
Crawfish Casserole
1lb peeled crawfish tails (previously frozen ok) 1 stick butter 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can french onion soup 1 can rotel tomatoes (mild or spicy-will be super hot!!) 1 cup white rice In a large saucepan, melt 1 stick of butter.   Stir in 1 ... more »
 
Patti's Party Beans
128 oz. of canned pork-n-beans (any brand) 1 lb. of browned ground beef 1 lb. of bacon 1 lb. of brown sugar 16 oz. bottle of any brand barbeque sauce 2 chopped bell peppers 2-3 cups of chopped celery 2 large chopped onions ... more »
 
H3 Ranch Ribs
Once the smoker is fired up and set to a perfect 225º, you can pretty much leave these babies alone for a few hours at a time. If you have "hot spots" in your cooking chamber, you'll need to rotate the racks a few times. But other than that, you've ... more »
 
H3 Ranch Ribs
Once the smoker is fired up and set to a perfect 225º, you can pretty much leave these babies alone for a few hours at a time. If you have "hot spots" in your cooking chamber, you'll need to rotate the racks a few times. But other than that, you've ... more »
 
Steak Chili
Making chili is not an exact science by any means; that’s why all chili is different.   If you follow these instructions and it looks like there isn't enough meat or enough tomatoes, add whatever you need to make it look right. This recipe is for about 10 people.   ... more »
Rum Balls
These rum balls are not for the faint of heart.   They are a great baked good for a tailgate, and will knock you down if you eat enough of them. Time Required:  1 hour Skill Required:  Moderate cooking skills needed; above-average alcohol tolerance encouraged, but not completely necessary ... more »
Bloody Mary Balls
Bloody Mary Balls are a great way to wake up at a breakfast tailgate (or any other tailgate), and they're easy to make.   These are an especially good hangover remedy for those tailgaters who might have had a few too many the night before the game. Time Required:  30 ... more »
Omelets
Omelets are a great breakfast tailgate item allowing everyone to add their favorite ingredients. Each omelet must be made individually, but its worth it. To make omelets, use a propane stove or simply put your omelet pan right on the grill. Time Required:  Less than 1 hour prep prior to ... more »
Home Fries
If you're enjoying a breakfast tailgate, you'll want to offer your guests some variation of cooked potato.   These home fries are sure to please everyone, and are easy to make. Time Required:  1-2 hours Skill Required:  Minimal cooking skills needed Ingredients: Lots of potatoes, either redskin ... more »
Pulled Pork
Pulled Pork is a traditional southern dish that is perfect for any tailgate.   This recipe will allow you to make great homemade pork BBQ. Time Required:  40 minutes prep time, 2-4 hours unsupervised cook time, 30 minutes additional prep time Skill Required:  Moderate cooking skills needed Ingredients: ... more »
Philly Cheese Steaks
Philly Cheese Steaks are a delicious and unique addition to your tailgate.   Few things are as pleasing as a big juicy steak sub, and if you follow this recipe you'll feel like you're on South Street. This recipe calls for cooking the meat in advance in plain, onion, and ... more »
Engine Shrimp
Yes, you can cook on your engine!! And it tastes fantastic!!  See the picture at left of the chef with his creation, which literally took miles of effort. This method of cooking is perfectly safe!  Plus, if you get into traffic near the game, you can smell the shrimp cooking. ... more »
Critically Acclaimed, Award-Winning Stancil Family Barbecue Sauce
This fantastic home-made barbecue sauce can be used for grilling ribs (beef or pork), chicken, pork chops, or a whole pig. Time Required:  Less than one hour Skill Required:  Minimal cooking skills needed Ingredients: 1 gallon apple cider vinegar 2 cups sugar 2 ... more »
 
BBQ Ribs
This recipe sounds goofy, but believe me, it works.   Follow these steps for tender, juicy, delicious ribs. Time Required:  Only 15 minutes for prep and 15 minutes to grill, but requires overnight marinating and at least four hours of unsupervised cooking Skill Required:  Minimal cooking skills needed ... more »
Baked Bean Casserole
This traditional American dish is a great side item for tailgating. In many cases baked beans will also contribute to crowd noise during the game! Time Required: 15 minutes prep, less than one hour unsupervised cooking Skill Required: Minimal skills needed Ingredients: * 2 large cans of baked ... more »

 

 

 


KTBS Web Network