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5 Best Ballpark Food Ideas for Kids

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The Best Ballpark Food Idea for Kids: Portable Frito Pie!

Shopping List:

Ground beef seasoned with pre-made Taco Seasoning or Burnt Macaroni‘s Homemade Taco Seasoning
1 serving size bags of Fritos
Pinto Beans
Toppings: Tomatoes, Lettuce, Salsa, Guacamole, Shredded Cheese, and Tomatillo Sauce

My favorite thing about ballpark foods is that they are so easy to make and carry. These Portable Frito Pies are also perfect for watching the big game!

Chili Dogs Are a Yummy Ballpark Food Idea for Kids

Shopping List

1 lb. Ground Beef, browned
An Onion, chopped
Hot Dog Buns
Salt and Pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
Onions, chopped for topping
1/8 teaspoon Ground Cumin
An 8 oz. can of Tomato Sauce
1/2 cup Water
Hot Dogs

Instructions:

First, in a large saucepan, cook ground beef and onion together. Then, season with salt and pepper.
Once the meat and onions are cooked through, add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic, chili powder, cumin, tomato sauce, and water.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until the chili sauce thickens up.
Then, prepare hot dogs and add to buns.
Pour chili sauce over the hot dogs, and then sprinkle with chopped raw onions.

This Chili Dog recipe from Kitchen Dreaming is amazing! 5 Best Ballpark Food Ideas for Kids

Homemade Cheese Nachos

Shopping List:

2 Tablespoon Butter
1 cup Whole Milk
2 Tablespoons Flour
1/4 teaspoon Salt
Dash of Cayenne Pepper
8 oz. of Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated
Tortilla Chips
Jalapenos, for topping (optional)

Instructions:

Start by melting butter in a skillet. Then, add flour, and whisk until it starts to thicken.
Next, add the milk and continue whisking. Once the milk is combined, bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer until it thickens.
Add the cayenne pepper and salt, and combine.
Gently stir in the cheese until it melts.
Once the cheese is melted all the way through, pour over nachos.
Serve.

Potato Skins

Shopping List

4 Medium Potatoes
Bacon Bits
1 1/2 cups Cheddar Cheese, grated
Salt and Pepper
Sour Cream
Green Onions

Instructions:

Start by preheating the oven to 350°.
Then after poking several holes in the potato with a fork, put the potatoes in the microwave for 8 minutes on each side.
Cut the potatoes in half, and scoop out the inside of the potato.
Next, put the potatoes upside down on a cookie sheet and season with salt and pepper.
Bake for 15-10 minutes, or until crispy.
Remove from the oven and flip over.
Then, fill with grated cheese and put back in oven for 10 minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle bacon bits on top. Serve with sour cream and green onions.

Nothing Says “Ballpark Food Idea for Kids” Like Mini Hotdogs!

Shopping List:

1/4 cup Dijon Mustard
A can of Crescent Rolls
Mini hotdogs
1 Tablespoon water
An Egg, beaten
1/2 cup Heavy Cream, warm

Another great option for any game day are Mini Hotdogs. These are my favorite! 5 Best Ballpark Food Ideas for Kids

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