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Ingredients
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Large Pepperoni Pizza
Classic Cheeseburgers (makes 4)
Buffalo Chicken Wings (serves 4)
Game-Day Sides & Extras
Method
Large Pepperoni Pizza
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Preheat and prepare crust
Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats. Lightly dust a pizza peel or baking sheet with cornmeal. Stretch or roll the pizza dough into a roughly 12–14-inch round on a lightly floured surface.
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Assemble pizza
Brush the edges of the dough with 1 tablespoon olive oil to promote browning. Spread 1 cup pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust. Sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce. Arrange ~40 slices of pepperoni across the cheese in a single layer. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon dried oregano over the top.
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Bake
Transfer pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet and bake 10–12 minutes, rotating halfway, until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling and slightly browned. If using a home oven and a pizza stone, the pizza may finish in 8–10 minutes depending on heat.
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Finish and serve
Remove pizza from oven, let rest 2 minutes, slice, and serve hot alongside fries or wings.
Classic Cheeseburgers (makes 4)
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Form patties
Divide 1.25 lbs ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 5 oz each). Gently form into patties about 3/4-inch thick and slightly wider than the buns (they will shrink while cooking). Season both sides of each patty with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, dividing evenly.
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Toast buns
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Brush cut sides of 4 burger buns with a little vegetable oil. Toast, cut-side down, 1–2 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
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Cook patties
Increase heat to medium-high. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the pan. Cook patties 3–4 minutes on the first side without pressing. Flip and cook 2–3 minutes more for medium, placing a cheddar slice on each patty during the last minute to melt. Adjust time for desired doneness (longer for well-done).
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Assemble burgers
Place lettuce leaf on bottom bun, then patty with melted cheese, 1–2 tomato slices, and 2–3 red onion slices. Spread ketchup and mayonnaise on top bun (use the 1/4 cup each combined as desired). Add pickles if using. Serve immediately with fries and pizza slices for a shared game-day spread.
Buffalo Chicken Wings (serves 4)
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Dry and coat wings
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) if baking, or heat oil to 350°F (175°C) if frying. Pat 2 lbs chicken wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss wings with 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated. Baking powder helps crisp the skin in the oven.
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Cook wings (oven method)
If baking: arrange wings on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Bake 35–45 minutes, flipping once halfway, until skin is deep golden and crisp.
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Cook wings (frying method)
If frying: fry wings in batches at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel-lined sheet.
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Make buffalo sauce
While wings cook, melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add 1/2 cup hot sauce and 1 tablespoon honey (if using). Whisk until combined and warmed through; do not boil. Remove from heat.
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Toss wings in sauce
Place cooked wings in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm buffalo sauce over the wings and toss vigorously to coat evenly. If you prefer a lighter coating, reserve some sauce for dipping.
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Serve
Transfer wings to a serving platter with celery sticks and 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Game-Day Sides & Extras
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Cook fries
Prepare 1 lb frozen french fries according to package directions (oven or air-fryer recommended). For oven: bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp.
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