We aspire to win and cheer with appetites. Snack food provides that bite-size power boost in between plays and finger foods keep us from missing the sporting edge. Strategize your table’s scoreboard with flavorful proteins and touchdown desserts. The wider the assortment the better the appeal. Showcase cold patters or present food on ice. Hot items can be placed in warmers or passed in spoons. Keep the desserts bite size for those on the move and let the excitement fill the momentous gathering…you’re the winner, every time. Try my favorite nut roll for the perfect game day snack. © Kelly McBride Loft
Kelly’s Nut Roll
Ingredients: 1 lb whole nuts (pecan or walnuts), 1 lb. whole pitted dates, ½ lb. whole Brazil nuts, ¾ cup flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 3 eggs, 1 teaspoon almond extract and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
Place the nuts and dates in a bowl. Pour the dry ingredients over the nuts and dates. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs & extracts with a fork. Add to the nuts bowl. Mix all very well. Divide into 3 well-greased loaf pans . Bake at 325° for 50 to 60 minutes. Then, let the nut rolls cool on baker’s racks. © Kelly McBride Loft