Football’s Back! Your Coyote Tailgating Recipe Guide
There’s nothing quite like the energy of game day. The crowd roar, the rivalry, and most importantly, the incredible food. But who says you need a parking pass to have the ultimate tailgate experience? This season, we’re bringing the party home to the backyard—where the seats are better, the lines for the restroom are shorter, and the grill is always fired up and ready.
At Coyote Outdoor Living, we believe your backyard is your stadium. With the right recipes and your reliable Coyote grill, you can become the MVP of homegating. Let’s huddle up and run through the perfect game-day menu.
The Pre-Game Warm-Up: Smoked Queso Dip
You can’t kick off a proper tailgate without a killer dip. This one is a crowd-pleaser that requires minimal prep and maximum flavor.
The Pre-Game Warm-Up: Smoked Queso Dip
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb spicy breakfast sausage, cooked
- 1 block (16 oz) Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
Instructions
- Preheat your Coyote grill for indirect cooking.
- In a cast-iron skillet, combine the cooked sausage, Velveeta, and Rotel tomatoes.
- Place the skillet on the grill over indirect heat.
- Heat, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is fully melted and the dip is bubbly.
- Move the skillet to a side burner to keep warm while serving.
The Main Event: Coyote Classic Burgers with a Twist
This is your go-to, no-fumble entrée. We’re keeping it simple but elevating it with a secret weapon.
The Main Event: Coyote Classic Burgers with a Twist
Equipment
Ingredients
- High-quality ground beef, formed into patties
- Salt and pepper
- Slices of sharp cheddar cheese
- Caramelized onions
- Brioche buns, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat your Coyote grill to high heat.
- Generously season the beef patties with salt and pepper.
- Grill the patties to your desired doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with a slice of cheddar cheese and a spoonful of caramelized onions.
- Toast the brioche buns on the grill until lightly golden.
- Serve the cheeseburgers on the toasted buns.
The Game-Winning Touch: Grilled BBQ Chicken Wings
No tailgate is complete without wings. Forget the fryer; grilling is the way to go.
The Game-Winning Touch: Grilled BBQ Chicken Wings
Equipment
Ingredients
- Fresh chicken wings
- Olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Your favorite BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your Coyote grill to medium heat for direct cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Grill the wings over direct heat, turning occasionally, until the skin is crispy and the meat is cooked through.
- During the final few minutes of cooking, toss the wings in your favorite BBQ sauce until fully coated.
- Continue grilling for a few more minutes to let the sauce caramelize.
- Serve immediately.
The Two-Minute Drill: Halftime Hot Dogs
You can’t beat a classic hot dog for the kids who need a quick snack at halftime.
The Two-Minute Drill: Halftime Hot Dogs
Equipment
Ingredients
- All-beef hot dogs
- Hot dog buns
- Your favorite toppings (mustard, relish, onions, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat one zone of your Coyote grill to high heat.
- Place the all-beef hot dogs on the hot zone of the grill.
- Grill, turning occasionally, until they are heated through and have perfect, slightly-charred lines.
- If desired, lightly toast the buns on the grill.
- Serve the hot dogs in the buns with your favorite toppings.
Your Backyard, Your Stadium
This football season, create unforgettable moments without leaving home. Fire up your Coyote, gather your friends and family, and let the aroma of great food set the stage for victory.
What’s your go-to tailgating recipe? Share your wins and losses with us on social media using #Homegate
Coyote Outdoor Living: Built for the Game.
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