The NFL Gameday Cookbook (Paperback)

by Ray "DR. BBQ" Lampe (Author)
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Product Description
The fans are roaring, the pigskin is flying, and only one thing is missing . . .grub. Acclaimed author Ray "Dr. BBQ" Lampe has created this cookbook specifically for NFL fans, with delicious recipes easy enough for the novice chef and also designed to travel to the game. Although most recipes center around the tailgater's sacred grill, the cookbook also includes sections on sandwiches, side dishes, desserts, and refreshing drinks. With photos of memorable NFL moments and 150 delicious recipes, like Bloody Mary Chicken Wings and Whiskey-Marinated Rib-eye Steaks, this game day cookbook ensures that the chef will be the star of this year's Super Bowl party.

About the Author
Ray "Dr BBQ" Lampe is a professional chef and author of many barbecue cookbooks who has appeared on several shows as the "BBQ Champion." He lives in Lakeland, Florida.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Chronicle Books (July 21, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811863956
• ISBN-13: 978-0811863957
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.8 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #109,277 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Extra Point BBQ Rub - the best!, September 21, 2008

By	kiwanissandy "Go Bucks!" (Heart of Ohio) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

I made the extra point barbecue rub and it was delicious. I've used it on ribs and pork chops, it's been great on both! My other favorite was the Midfield BBQ Sauce, it's made with V-8 juice (I use the spicy hot), yum-yum.

The menus are geared toward the names of the teams. For example, the food suggested for an Arizona Cardinals game is suited for the southwest cuisine. So all food suggested is grilled avocados, catfish tacos, loaded cornbread casserole, etc.

The food suggested for a Chicago Bears game is Italian Sausage Soup, Tofu eggless egg salad sandwiches and lettuce wedge salad. There are also other suggested appetizers, desserts, entrees, etc.

The menu suggested for a Minnesota Vikings game is baked brie with chutney and bacon, BBQ shrimp toast, and grilled tuna sandwiches and chipotle. Certainly not your typical tail gate food.

The Cincinnati Bengals page talked all about the Cincinnati chili that Cincy is famous for...but then didn't provide a recipe for it. A true gameday party would have "3 way's" available.

The mac and cheese soup was awesome. We just loved it.

There are limited pictures, 16 or so in the center of the book so you don't get much guidance for presentation or what the finished dish should look like. The pages are thick and glossy so book would make a great gift. I agree with the other reviewer that if you can get the original game day family cookbook, it's got more recipes that 80's tailgaters would be more familiar with. These are good just for a new generation.

I tried the BBQ fruit rub but couldn't get anyone to eat it. I don't know if the proportions are correct in the cookbook but it was way too much nutmeg for our tastes so the kids just preferred the plain fruit. Perhaps I made it wrong or our tastes were not prepared for the nutmeg.

There are also menus (appetizer, entrees and desserts) with all recipes provided for Draft Day, Opening Day, Super Bowl, and Pro Bowl. There are also drink recipes provided. It's truly a complete gameday cookbook.

Overall a good cookbook and a great gift. But don't expect the tried and true tailgate recipes you'd expect, get the NFL family cookbook for that. Then add this cookbook for the more modern recipes with a flair.

If you want checklists and other tailgating tips check out the website www.tailgating.com it's a great website.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent , innovative cookbook, January 18, 2009

By	Sharlene J. Price "chilibeanie" (fayetteville, ga) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

i have a husband who loves to try new recipes. he also loves football. the recipes are easy to follow and he prides himself in choosing new recipe and serving it. we both enjoy watching football. and a plus for me is that he gets to cook on football sunday!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Gift Purchase, Great Recipes, January 12, 2009

By	J. Levell - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Recipe Variety and Taste +2
Presentation +2

Really a novel twist on gameday favorites such as hot-wings. Makes a great present for the football fan in your life.