Tailgate Party Tips with Ovie Mughelli; Former All-Pro Fullback, TV Sports Analyst and Grilling Expert

We love football season – Almost as much as the chips, dips and beverages that make every gameday special for tailgating and watch parties. Ovie Mughelli, former All-Pro fullback for the Atlanta Falcons and Baltimore Ravens and a former network TV football analyst for ACC Football Show has tips to make every gameday perfect.

THE BEST PLACE TO START FOR A GREAT TAILGATING EXPERIENCE

In order to wow at your next game party, you need a secret weapon. Mine is Rio Luna Organic Peppers. You can unlock the Power of Peppers to make your favorite foods even more delicious without adding fat or a lot of calories. They’re available in grocery stores nationwide in lots of great varieties, including Diced Jalapenos, Nacho Sliced Jalapenos, and the new Hot and Sweet Jalapenos and diced green chilis. I have a couple of recipes here for you to try. This is Sweet & Spiced Jalapeno Pineapple Pulled Pork with Jalapeno Ranch Slaw. It’s a perfect blend of sweet and spicy. We also have here White Chicken Chile and a Jalapeno Smoothie. You can find all the recipes at www.riolunapeppers.com/meals

SOMETHING THAT IS GUARANTEED TO MAKE YOUR GAMEDAY FOOD SPECIAL

No game day is complete without dip as your centerpiece and I love to make entertaining easy with Heluva Good! Dip – a delicious, bold-flavored dip that’s perfectly rich and creamy. Available in 7 flavors they are always a crowd-pleaser and pair perfectly with your dippable favorites, like chips, veggies, pretzels, wings, and more. And if you’re looking for an easy game day app, try this BLT flatbread using Heluva Good!’s French Onion Dip.  Find Heluva Good! Dip in the dairy aisle of your local grocery store today! For more information, visit: heluvagood.com

SUGGESTIONS FOR GAME DAY BEVERAGES

If you’re looking for a great game day drink you must try Tipsy Tomato Bloody Mary. It combines California ripe tomatoes, Sriracha sauce and the natural flavors of celery, lime and lemon to create the perfect ready-to-drink Bloody Mary with the alcohol already in it! Available in two flavors – classic and extra spicy, which contains ‘extra’ Cayenne pepper sauce – Tipsy Tomato Bloody Mary is the easiest way to kick off your tailgate. You can find single 16-ounce cans for under $2 or 4-packs for under $7 of this ready to enjoy Bloody Mary cocktail. Just look in the beer aisles across the U.S. For more information, visit: tipsytomatobloodymary.com

ANOTHER TIP TO COMPLETE A GREAT DAY OF TAILGATING OR WATCHING FOOTBALL

Let’s face it, tailgating season comes with a lot of trash. So, it’s important to know what’s trash, and what can be recycled. That’s why the PepsiCo Recycling Roadster is stopping into sporting events across the country to help fans do their part through engaging recycling-inspired activities and fun games. PepsiCo Recycling believes that simple acts can make a big impact. So, at your next tailgating event, remember to recycle your bottles, cans, cardboard and any plastic accumulated at your nearest PepsiCo Recycling bin or recycling receptacle. And keep an eye out for the Roadster at the next big game to get all the tips and tools you need on how to keep your tailgating game green! For more information, visit: www.pepsicorecycling.com