Game day food sets the tone. It’s what people hover around during commercials, what fuels the highs and softens the lows, and what guests remember long after the final score. If you’re hosting, the spread should work just as hard as the TV lineup.
This year, upgrade from predictable party food to dishes built around Pederson’s Natural Farms premium bacon, sausage and fresh pork. Made with thoughtfully raised pork and clean ingredients, Pederson’s delivers bold, honest flavor, the kind that holds its own whether you’re cooking for a full house or a tight crew of die-hard fans.
Why Pederson’s Is the MVP of Meat
Every bite starts with quality: humanely raised pork with no antibiotics ever, no artificial preservatives, no shortcuts and no compromises. That means flavor that actually tastes like something worth cheering for (even if your team didn’t make the Big Game).
Below are our go-to game day recipes and ideas that bring serious flavor without complicating your hosting duties.
1. Bacon Blitz: Crispy, Smoky, Irresistible
Pederson’s uncured bacon brings depth and balance to game day cooking: smoky without being overpowering, crisp without drying out and versatile enough to anchor appetizers, sides and mains.
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BBQ Glazed Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings: A bold upgrade on a classic: sweet onion, smoky bacon and a sticky BBQ glaze that hits all the right notes.
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Chipotle Bacon Sweet Potato Salad: A fresh, hearty side that balances sweet potatoes with smoky chipotle mayo and crispy Pederson’s bacon bits that’s perfect alongside wings or burgers.
Pro tip: Bake bacon on a rack so it crisps evenly. Use that bacon fat to sauté veggies or boost flavor in dips.
2. Sausage Power Plays
From bite-sized apps to hearty mains, Pederson’s premium sausage and hot dog lineup delivers big game energy.
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Sausage Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers: Spicy jalapeños get stuffed with cream cheese and savory sausage then wrapped in bacon for the ultimate finger food. Bake or grill — either way, they disappear fast!
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Kielbasa Skewers: Slice Pederson’s no sugar added old world kielbasa and pair with peppers and onions on skewers, then grill or toss in the oven.
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Game Day Dogs: Upgrade your hot dog game with premium No Sugar Added Uncured Hot Dogs with all the classic fixin’s: think caramelized onions, shredded cheddar and drizzled mustard.
3. Meaty Game Time Favorites
When you want something low-stress that still delivers, Pederson’s grass-fed ground beef, bison and pork are perfect for your main dish needs.
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Ultimate Sliders: Mix ground beef with chopped bacon, caramelized onions and cheddar for juicy, flavor-packed mini burgers.
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Pork Chili: Ground pork simmered with beans, onion, tomatoes and spices for a bowl that satisfies every appetite.
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Loaded Nacho Night: Crispy tortilla chips, seasoned ground beef or bison, bacon bits, pickled jalapeños and melty cheese = instant party hit.
Insider tip: Add a spoonful of rendered bacon fat to your skillet before browning meats. You can thank us later.
With the Big Game around the corner, skip the meh and go memorable. With Pederson’s premium pork, your spread won’t just feed, it’ll impress. Flavor that’s real, ingredients that make sense and recipes that bring the party together. That’s how you win on game day.