Before the action and drama on the field comes the action in the stadium lot, and if you�re looking to be the most valuable player of the tailgate party, college football legends say it�s all about the food, friends, and fans.
�Whether it�s bonding with other fans who become fast friends, or devouring some of the best food around, there is nothing like a college football tailgate to bring fans together and get them hyped for the game!� said Eddie George, retired running back and Heisman Trophy winner, who stars as the �Doctor� on Dr Pepper�s episodic marketing series, �Fansville.�
�Tailgating is the fabric of college football. In my travels both back home to Norman, Oklahoma, or away, the sacred art of hosting a tailgate or visiting another�s is quite honestly the best part of preparing for the moment we wait all week to enjoy — the sights, sounds and flavor of Saturdays with our favorite people, supporting our favorite teams,� says retired linebacker and two-time All-American, Brian Bosworth, who stars as the �Sheriff.�
In the meantime, spice up your tailgates with the official drink of �Fansville,� Dr Pepper, both as an ice-cold drink or used in your favorite tailgate snacks, like Skillet Burgers or this fan-favorite recipe for Checkered Flag Chili. With just six quick and easy steps, you can be the tailgate party MVP!
Ingredients:
� 3 pounds ground beef
� 3 pounds ground pork
� 3 tablespoons bacon drippings
� 2 large onions, chopped
� 1 bell pepper, chopped
� 3 tablespoons red pepper
� 5 cloves garlic, minced
� 1 teaspoon oregano
� 1 tablespoon cumin
� 6 large fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped (or 2 8-oz. cans tomatoes)
� 1 small can green chilies
� 2 teaspoons salt
� 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
� 2 12-oz. cans Dr Pepper
� 2 cups water
� 4 tablespoons chicken stock
� 2 cans kidney beans, drained
� 2 jalape�os, finely diced
� 1 6-oz. can tomato paste
� 8 tablespoons chili powder
Directions:
� Render fat from bacon (save fat from cooked bacon).
� Saut� all vegetables and garlic in rendered fat.
� Separately brown all beef and pork; drain excess fat.
� Add beef and pork into the saut�ed vegetables.
� Reduce Dr Pepper by 50 percent by bringing to a boil and simmering until quantity is half.
� Add all other ingredients and simmer for 1 to 2 hours.
For more tailgating recipes and resources, visit drpepper.com.
Dedicated football fans know that the best way to start any game is with a great tailgate party. Score a touchdown before kickoff with tips, tricks and recipes from football legends.
