Stuffed Takes on Classic Game-Day Favorites

Photo by: Alice Gao ©2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

Alice Gao, 2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

For a lot of us, Sunday’s game works as an excuse to go big on all the jalapeno poppers, nachos and Buffalo wings that can fit into four quarters. Though such bar-style favorites will never, ever get old, switch it up a little this year with bite-size snacks that pack a surprise on the inside, stuffing a whole lot of flavor in one little bite.

Food Network Kitchen's Stuffed Falafel Balls for Food Network

Food Network Kitchen's Stuffed Falafel Balls for Food Network

Photo by: Alice Gao ©2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

Alice Gao, 2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

Food Network Kitchen's Stuffed Falafel Balls for Food Network

Zesty falafel balls on their own are a touchdown, but these cheesy Stuffed Falafel Balls are like nailing that added field goal. After cutting to the chase by using store-bought falafel mix, stuff each ball with a cheesy mix of feta, roasted peppers, parsley and Parmesan. Instead of packing these stuffed falafel balls in pita, serve them with a creamy tahini sauce and savor them bite by bite.

Food Network Kitchen's Portobello Mushroom Pizza Bites for Food Network

Food Network Kitchen's Portobello Mushroom Pizza Bites for Food Network

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Food Network Kitchen's Portobello Mushroom Pizza Bites for Food Network

Stuffed mushrooms are a no-brainer when it comes to entertaining, but this year calls for something a little different: Portobello Mushroom Pizza Bites. Go for portobello mushrooms to make a supersized version of the party favorite, and pack them with sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella and basil before slicing for huge pizza-esque flavor.

Food Network Kitchen's Cheesy Stuffed Taco Meatballs for Food Network

Food Network Kitchen's Cheesy Stuffed Taco Meatballs for Food Network

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Food Network Kitchen's Cheesy Stuffed Taco Meatballs for Food Network

When your fellow football fans bite into Cheesy Stuffed Taco Meatballs, they’ll be pleasantly surprised when a melted core of cheddar cheese oozes out. Adding Mexican chorizo to the meat brings a zesty taco kick, and rolling the exterior in crushed tortilla chips takes care of the non-negotiable need for a little nacho crunch on game day.

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