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Just a couple more days until the super bowl. I often wonder how many people really watch for the commercials rather than the actual game.  For all you super bowl die-hards out there, have you planned your super bowl party yet? If not, keep reading for a few tips and yummy recipes to really make your party great.

know your guests: of course you know your guests, you invited them. You want them to feel comfortable and welcome. Are they bringing their kids? other friends? Do they have special dietary needs? Prepare accordingly.

less really is more, most of the time: no one likes an over achiever, you don’t need lots of decor, games, or other activities as the main attraction will be your television set. However, don’t do the bare minimum or you might find your guests wanting more by the second quarter. Plan small for entertainment, big for appetite.

cook and prepare everything you can ahead of time: doing all you can before the party will ensure that you will be spending more time enjoying your guests (and the game) and wasting less time fussing over last minute preparations.

allow food to be easy access, and portable: Unless you decide to serve a traditional meal before the game, the best way to serve food at a super bowl party is buffet style.  Guests can nibble and nosh

establish house rules: if you don’t want red hot chicken wings to be eaten on your new white sofa, let everyone know beforehand. Don’t wait until your cousin is elbow deep in chicken wing grease before calling him out alone.

and the last, and most important tip: relax and enjoy the game!

a few finger food, dip and main dish ideas:

beet pickled deviled eggs

a number of chicken wing recipes

stuffed mushrooms

trail mix

artichoke dip

guacamole

fresh fruit and dip

quinoa salad

fajitas

cheese fondue

more game day recipes from martha stewart

more finger food recipes

more ideas to get your party going {1, 2, 3}

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