Recipe Roundup: Super Bowl Spread

by Anya Hoffman on January 31, 2013

Regardless of which Harbaugh brother you'll be rooting for this Sunday, everyone can agree that half the fun of watching the Super Bowl is pigging out on the snacks. This year we're upping our game with pumped-up versions of crowd-pleasing classics.

Honey-Habanero Chicken Wings

Potent habanero peppers add an undercurrent of heat to the sweet and buttery sauce that accompanies these wings.

Guacamole with Pistachios

Pistachios add striking crunch to this addictive guacamole from chef Alex Stupak of the Empellón restaurants.

Cornmeal-Crusted Oysters with Sriracha Rémoulade

Shuck the oysters and make the spicy dipping sauce ahead of time, and then dredge and fry the oysters in batches right before serving.

Pimento Cheese Fritters with Green Tomato Jam

While green tomatoes are not in season, substitute 6 to 8 tomatillos and up the amount of brown sugar in the jam to 1 cup.