March Madness Crowd-Pleasing Easy Recipe Ideas

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March Madness is almost here! Before long dedicated fans will be gathering together to follow the thrilling excitement of the Final Four action! Big game anticipation also means big appetites and you are going to need some quick delicious bites to keep your hungry guests satisfied. So, if you are looking for fast yummy eats, try these French’s Foods easy recipe ideas to serve on game day featuring two of America’s favorites: French’s Mustard and French’s French Fried Onions.

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Crowd-Pleasing Recipes for Game Day

French’s Crunchy Onion Chicken Fingers

Taking only 10 minutes of prep time, this French’s Crunchy Onion Chicken Fingers make- ahead platter is able to subdue even the rowdiest of crowds. All you need to do to make this tasty treat is crush up French’s French Fried Onions, coat the chicken, and bake! Serve the crunchy tenders with a side of French’s Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce and both kids and adults will be begging for more. Here is the recipe! Enjoy!

PARTY SIZE CRUNCHY ONION CHICKEN TENDERS

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Yield: 8 servings

PARTY SIZE CRUNCHY ONION CHICKEN TENDERS

Ingredients

  • 6 oz. can (3 cups) FRENCH'S® Original or Cheddar French Fried Onions
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 lbs. chicken tenders
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • FRENCH'S® Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

Instructions

  1. CRUSH French Fried Onions with flour in plastic bag.
  2. DIP chicken tenders into egg; coat in onion crumbs.
  3. BAKE 15 min. at 400°F until chicken is cooked.
  4. SERVE with French's Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

Notes

Make ahead Tip: Prepare chicken tenders through step 2. Place on baking sheet and cover with foil. Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Bake, uncovered, just before serving.

SAVORY HUMMUS DIP

Prep Time: 8 minutes

Yield: 8 servings (2 cups)

Serving Size: 1/4 cup Serving

Calories per serving: 109 Calories

SAVORY HUMMUS DIP

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 oz.) can reduced sodium chick peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup light sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chutney or apricot jam, chopped
  • 1/4 cup FRENCH'S® Classic Yellow® Mustard
  • 2 tsp. curry powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. BLEND beans, sour cream, jam, mustard, curry powder and salt in food processor until smooth.
  2. STIR in cilantro. Spoon into serving bowl.
  3. SERVE with crackers or cut-up vegetables

FRENCH'S PARTY PINWHEELS

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Yield: 8 servings

FRENCH'S PARTY PINWHEELS

Ingredients

  • 1 (13.8 oz.) pkg. refrigerated pizza crust dough
  • 1/2 cup FRENCH'S® Spicy Brown Mustard
  • 1/3 lb. thin sliced deli roast beef, turkey or ham
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (7 oz.) jar roasted red peppers, drained well and thinly sliced
  • 2 cups (4 oz.) FRENCH'S® French Fried Onions
  • 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tbsp. water

Instructions

  1. HEAT oven to 400°F. Unroll dough; place on baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Press out dough to 12 x 8-inch rectangle. Brush mustard on dough to within 1/2-inch from edges.
  2. LAYER roast beef, cheese and red peppers on dough. Sprinkle with 1 cup French Fried Onions.
  3. ROLL up dough from long edges into a jelly-roll shape. Press dough together at ends to seal. Please dough seam-side up on baking sheet. Using sharp knive, slit top of dough every 2-inches to vent.
  4. BAKE 15 min. until crust is just golden. Crush remaining onions. Brush dough with egg mixture and sprinkle with crushed onions. Bake 5 min. longer. Cool before cutting into slices.

EDAMAME-AVOCADO DIP

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 3 minutes

Yield: 8 servings

Serving Size: 1/4 cup Serving

Calories per serving: 98

EDAMAME-AVOCADO DIP

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups frozen shelled edamame or frozen peas
  • 1 medium Haas avocado, peeled and pitted
  • 1/3 cup light sour cream
  • 3 tbsp. FRENCH'S® Spicy Brown Mustard
  • 2 medium green onions, chopped
  • 3 tbsp. lime juice
  • 2 tbsp. prepared salsa
  • 1 tsp. minced garlic
  • 1/4 tsp. salt

Instructions

  1. COOK edamame according to package directions; drain and cool. Transfer to food processor.
  2. CHOP edamame in processor. Add avocado, sour cream, mustard, green onion, lime juice, salsa, garlic and salt. Process until smooth.
  3. SERVE with baked tortilla chips or veggies.

CAROLINA CRAB CAKES WITH ZESTY REMOULADE SAUCE

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Yield: 8 servings

CAROLINA CRAB CAKES WITH ZESTY REMOULADE SAUCE

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. lump crabmeat, drained and flaked
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp. FRANK'S® REDHOT® Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce
  • 1 tbsp. FRENCH'S® Spicy Brown Mustard or FRENCH'S® Horseradish Mustard
  • 2 Tbsp. each minced green onion and parsley
  • 2 tbsp. plain dried bread crumbs
  • 1/2 tsp. Old Bay® seasoning
  • 3 tbsp. olive oil
  • Zesty Remoulade Sauce (recipe follows)

Instructions

  1. WHISK egg with mayonnaise, Frank's RedHot Sauce and mustard in large bowl. Stir in crabmeat, green onion, parsley, bread crumbs and seasoning; mix well.
  2. SHAPE crab mixture into cakes using about 1/3 cup mixture for each; flatten slightly.*
  3. HEAT oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Saute crab cakes in batches about 3 min. per side until golden brown. Serve with Spicy Remoulade Sauce.

Notes

Zesty Remoulade Sauce: Mix together 2/3 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp. FRANK'S RedHot Sauce, 2 tbsp. FRENCH'S Spicy Brown Mustard, 2 tsp. sugar and 1 tsp. Old Bay® seasoning. Chill. Makes about 1 cup.

French’s, America’s favorite mustard, comes in six delicious varieties: Classic Yellow, Spicy Brown, Honey, Honey Dijon, Horseradish and Dijon with Chardonnay Wine. With all these flavor options, there’s something for every fan, no matter who they’re rooting for. French’s Mustard is 100% natural and has been for over 100 years. It’s made from stone ground mustard seeds and in addition to adding great tasting flavor to game day sandwiches and hot dogs, French’s Mustard is also the secret to adding delicious flavor to a variety of recipes. Try these great game day ideas made with French’s Mustard and French’s French Fried Onions and for additional everyday recipes, visit www.frenchs.com

Disclosure: Recipe info and photos provided by French’s.

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Comments

  1. 1
    Joanna says:

    Definitely will be trying some of these recipe out! Thank you!

  2. 2
    kelly nicholson says:

    i just got hungry…thanks

  3. 3

    Great recipes and very easy to follow. You have a great space here.

  4. 4

    This this dish would be a sure hit to prepare for parties and family gatherings. Thanks for posting.

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