The Big 10 is the pinnacle of college football in Michigan. Planning a tailgate depends upon the game time, which start usually at noon, 3:30 or 7:30.
The two earlier games opens up the possibility for before and after game gatherings, if you want to miss the post game restaurant rush. I am focusing on the pregame party, since that’s where the majority of tailgating takes place.
A walking taco bar is a great option for feeding lots of people. Much of the food can be made in advance and kept warm in crockpots warmed before leaving home.
We have some great recipes for guacamole and queso for the walking taco bar. Make your own taco seasoning. Get the recipes here: Queso and Guacamole.
A triple slow cooker is perfect for this buffet. Warm it in advance and place cooked meat and queso in warmed crockpots. Once unplugged, the stoneware crocks will keep the contents warm for hours. Tomatoes, cheese and lettuce should be in a covered container. Keep sour cream and guacamole on ice.
Hosting a great tailgate takes planning. Let’s start with the supplies you need for your event.
Tailgating Supplies
- Portable grill and extra propane tanks (perfect for grilling on site)
- Blackstone Griddle Cart (for a morning tailgate with a breakfast taco bar)
- Triple Crockpot
- Disposable plate, bowls, solo cups, acrylic cups, cutlery and napkins
- Large bowls and platters for serving
- Tubs for perishable items to be served with ice on the buffet.
- Serving utensils
- Extensions Cords
- Grilling utensils
- Condiments
- Compartment Caddy with Lid
- Three ice chests
- Ice
- Canopy/Tent
- Two folding tables
- Table cloths (clips can help secure the table cloths)
- Folding chairs
- Trash bags
- Paper towels and cleaning supplies
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Walking Taco Bar
A great option for feeding a crowd of all ages.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Taco meat and queso may be kept warm in a hot crockpot. I use a triple crockpot with two filled with meat and one filled with queso.
- The remaining ingredients should be arranged on a table.
- Be mindful of keeping sour cream and guacamole chilled by arranging in a container filled with ice.