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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

16 Wednesday Sep 2015

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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken MeatballsThese meatballs are a MUST for any tailgate party. It’s the best part of hot and spicy wings with none of the mess. Even the pickiest eater will love these!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese dressing

Directions

  1. Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken MeatballsPreheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Panko, egg, garlic and onion powder and green onions; season with salt and pepper. Using a wooden spoon or clean hands, stir until well combined. Roll the mixture into 1¼-to-1½-inch meatballs, forming about 24 meatballs.
  3. Place meatballs onto prepared baking sheet and bake for 4-5 minutes, or until all sides are browned.
  4. Place meatballs into your slow cooker.
  5. Add buffalo sauce and gently toss to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low heat for 2 hours.
  7. Serve immediately, drizzled with blue cheese dressing, if desired.

Source: www.jocooks.com

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Preparing For The Perfect RV Tailgate Party

16 Wednesday Sep 2015

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RV Tailgate PartyFootball has officially begun!  And where there is football there are some awesome tailgate parties.  With an RV, tailgating is taken to a whole other level.  You have access to a full kitchen, air conditioning, and your own bathroom.  To help prepare you for your game-day adventure, check out these tips to ensure you have the perfect party.  So, get in the team spirit, grab your favorite jersey and let’s hit the road!

Prepare Your Menu

RV TailgatingFood is an essential for any tailgate party but to make sure you can relax and enjoy the party, prepare what you can in advance.  You can’t go wrong with some game-day basics like chips and dips and then move on to something heartier like burgers, wings or even ribs.  You can find some great tailgating recipes in our recipe section.

If you are having a large group, it’s a good idea to make it a potluck.  That way you can enjoy different dishes without having to do all of the cooking.

Finally, make sure you pack any extra items you might need including bottle openers, plastic baggies, aluminum foil, extra ice, extra plates, garbage bags, storage containers, and paper towels.

Prepare For Parking

  • Because your RV takes up more space than other vehicles, some cities and stadiums have RV parking policies.  These policies may even include special permits.  Also, some lots are parking only while others include hookups.  It will definitely pay off to do a little research before arriving.
  • Make sure you arrive early so you get the perfect spot with enough room for your awning, tables, chairs and guests.

Prepare Your RV

  • Be sure to start your RV refrigerator several hours before the game.  This will ensure your food stays cool.  It also helps to load your fridge with pre-cooled food and beverages so that it doesn’t have to work too hard.
  • Make sure you know the limits of your generator.  Trying to run several appliances can trip a circuit breaker.  And, just in case, be sure you know where the breaker panel is located.  It’s a good idea to run the generator a day or two before the big game to make sure it’s working properly.
  • Make sure to put water and chemicals in the black tank before the first use.  Dump and flush the tank first and then add enough water to cover the bottom.  Also, be sure your guests know what items can and can’t be flushed in an RV toilet.
  • Make sure your RV is serviced according to your owner’s manual so that everything is in working order.  Don’t forget to check your tires, filters, fluid levels, air conditioning, and batteries.

Prepare For The Elements

RV TailgatingYou never know what Mother Nature has in store so always be prepared by packing these essentials:

  • An awning or umbrella to protect you from the sun on a nice day, or the rain on a cloudy one.
  • Portable outdoor fan or heater
  • Sunglasses
  • Bug repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Appropriate clothing for the temperature outside
  • Plenty of water and non-sugary beverages on hand to stay hydrated – un-sweetened iced tea and Gatorade are good choices.

Prepare For Your Departure

  • ALWAYS clean up after yourself.  Bring plenty and trash bags and don’t litter.
  • Be a responsible drinker and if you do drink, please have a designated driver to make sure you get home safely.

Prepare For The Unexpected

As much as we want everything to run smoothly, sometimes things just happen.  It could be a flat tire on your way to the game or a dead battery as you are trying to leave.  It’s always a good idea to have an RV-specific roadside assistance plan to help you out when you need it most.  Coach-Net will ensure you get there and back safely!

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Tailgate Recipes: Easy Dips

20 Wednesday Aug 2014

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Double-Dippers-Not-AllowedGet ready for game day with these make-ahead dip ideas that are ready to eat straight out of the cooler at your next tailgate party. Just add your favorite chips, bread, or veggies for dipping and you’ll score big points with your fellow football fans.

Loaded Baked Potato Dip

Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Chill Time: 1-24 HoursBaked-Potato-Dip

Ingredients

  • 1 (2.1-oz.) package fully cooked bacon slices
  • 1 (16-oz.) container sour cream
  • 2 cups (8 oz.) freshly shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup sliced fresh chives
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce
  • Garnishes:  cooked, crumbled bacon; sliced fresh chives; freshly cracked pepper
  • Serve with: waffle fries

Preparation

Microwave bacon according to package directions until crisp; drain on paper towels. Cool 10 minutes; crumble. Stir together bacon and next 4 ingredients. Cover and chill 1 to 24 hours before serving. Garnish, if desired. Serve with crispy, warm waffle fries. Store leftovers in refrigerator up to 7 days.

Southern Living
JANUARY 2011

 Smoky Ranch Dip

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Chill Time: 30 MinutesSmoky Ranch Dip

Ingredients

  • 1(1-oz.) envelope Ranch dressing mix
  • 1 1/2 cups light sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 teaspoon adobo sauce from can
  • Potato chips or assorted raw vegetables


Preparation

Whisk together first 4 ingredients. Cover and chill 30 minutes. Serve with chips or assorted raw vegetables.

Variations:

Barbecue Ranch Dip: Omit chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. Stir in 2 Tbsp. barbecue sauce. Serve with roasted red new potatoes.

Lime-Cilantro Ranch Dip: Omit chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. Stir in 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice and 1 Tbsp. chopped cilantro. Serve with quesadillas, tacos, or chili.

Lemon-Parsley Ranch Dip: Omit chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. Stir in 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice and 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley. Serve with steamed asparagus.

Horseradish Ranch Spread: Omit chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. Stir in 2 tsp. prepared horseradish. Spread on dinner rolls, and top with thinly sliced deli roast beef. 

Matt Caine, Helena, Alabama, Southern Living
SEPTEMBER 2006

 

Beer & Cheese Dip

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours

Beer and cheese dip
Ingredients

  • 3 (5 oz.) jars sharp cheese spread, such as Kraft Old English Cheese, at room temperature
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 drops hot sauce
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup dark beer, heated and cooled, plus extra if needed
  • 1 loaf mini pumpernickel bread slices, optional
  • Assorted crudités, optional

Preparation

Blend cheese spread, cream cheese, blue cheese, garlic, hot sauce, onion and butter in a food processor. Mix in 1/4 cup beer. Add more beer if necessary, a few tablespoons at a time, until dip reaches dip consistency. Pour into a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with bread slices and crudités for dipping.

All You
NOVEMBER 2007
 

Spinach Dip

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Chill Time: Overnight

Spinach Dip

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
  • 1 (1.8 ounce) package dry leek soup mix
  • 1 (4 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (thawed and drained)
  • 1 (1pound) loaf round sour dough bread

Preparation

In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, soup mix, water chestnuts and chopped spinach. Chill in the refrigerator 6 hours, or overnight.

To serve, remove top and interior of sourdough bread to create a bowl. Fill with dip mixture. Tear removed bread chunks into pieces for dipping.

 

Mexican Layer Dip

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Chill Time: Overnight

mexican layerdip

Ingredients

  • 1 can refried beans
  • 3/4 cup grated sharp cheddar
  • ¾ cup grated Monterey Jack Cheese3/4 grated Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup pico de gallo (or you can use fresh chopped tomatoes)
  • 1 cup guacamole
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1can dices chilies
  • Tabasco (or other hot sauce)
  • Cumin
  • 1 can sliced black olives
  • Chopped jalapeño (optional)

Preparation

In a small pan over medium-low heat, add refried beans and several dashes of hot sauce. Next, add chopped green chilies and stir to mix well. Sprinkle on cumin to taste. Remove from heat and spread them in a single layer on your serving platter. Sprinkle on sharp cheddar. Next, dollop sour cream and spread into a single layer being careful not to disturb the cheese underneath. Layer on the guacamole next followed by the Monterey Jack cheese. Generously sprinkle on the chopped black olives. Next comes a generous helping of pico de gallo. Lastly, if you can handle the heat, sprinkle on chopped jalapeno peppers. Serve with tortilla chips.

The Pioneer Woman
January 2009

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Tailgating in your RV

22 Friday Nov 2013

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Tailgate parties and RVs are a perfect match. Whether you’re planning a tailgating party at a local campground, a stadium close to home, or even one out of town, having the convenience of a home on wheels adds to the enjoyment and the ease of party preparation. To help prepare for your tailgating adventure, check out these tips to ensure you have a fun-filled time:

Essentials

  • An awning or umbrella to protect you from the sun on a nice day, or the rain on a cloudy one.
  • Portable outdoor fan or heater.
  • Folding lawn chairs.
  • Sunglasses, bug repellent, sunscreen, and appropriate clothing for the temperature outside
  • A game or two like horseshoes or corn hole, or if there’s a designated play area at the park, campground, or stadium, bring a football or play badminton.
  • Plenty of water and non-sugary beverages on hand to stay hydrated – un-sweetened iced tea and Gatorade are good choices.
  • Plenty of snacks and food! Both are requirements for a successful tailgating party.

Tailgating Food

More on that last point: everyone loves tailgating food and beverage. Keep it simple so there’s time to socialize and enjoy the activities.

  • Set up a table with snacks. Include different varieties of chips, pretzels, fresh veggies, and dips (including salsa and spreads). Keep anything that requires refrigeration on ice.
  • Light up the grill and make it a traditional cookout with hotdogs and burgers. If you have room, throw on a package of wings or a slab of ribs.
  • Purchase premade potato salad and coleslaw from a local deli or make ahead of time. Keep cool until food is ready to serve.
  • Prepare as much ahead of time as possible. Place sliced tomatoes, pickles, sliced onions, and lettuce in separate dishes so guests can dress up their burgers. Have an assortment of sliced cheese on hand to add to your burger.
  • For the dogs, have mustard, ketchup, relish, diced onions, and shredded cheese. Heat a can of hot dog chili and place a container aside.

Have more tips for the perfect tailgate? Let us know!

Wherever your tailgate party may be, Coach-Net will be there to ensure you get there and back safely. Enjoy!

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Favorite Fall Recipes

28 Monday Oct 2013

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RV Travel Recipes

No matter where your recreational vehicle takes you, food is part of the travel plan. With many fall activities to enjoy, fast and easy recipes will keep your vacation itinerary right on time.

Steak Kebabs

  • Cube a 2 lb rib-eye steak. Set aside.
  • Mix 1 tbsp. brown sugar and 4 tbsp. soy sauce in a large bowl. Add 1 clove of garlic, squeezed and pressed. Mix in 1 1/2 tsp. cumin, 3/4 tsp. ground coriander, 1/4 tsp. black pepper, 1 tbsp. lemon juice, 3/4 tsp. grated orange zest, and a dash of cayenne pepper.
  • Gradually add 2 tbsp. olive oil.
  • Set aside at least 2 tbsp. of the marinade.
  • Place the cubed steak in the marinade and coat. Allow to sit for at least 30 minutes turning the meat frequently.
  • Place meat on skewers leaving space between each cube. Cook over a medium hot grill for approximately 8-10 minutes.
  • Remove from skewers and drizzle with the extra marinade and garnish with mint sprigs or cilantro and serve.

Zesty Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are a delicious and versatile item. Serve as an accompaniment to any meal, as an appetizer, as a snack, or use leftovers to make egg salad for sandwiches.

    • Boil or steam 4 large eggs. Once cooked, place in a bowl of cold water. Peel and shell under a cold stream of water. Set aside on a platter until eggs are at room temperature.
    • Once cooled, slice lengthwise. Scoop out the yoke, place in a separate bowl and mash with the back of a spoon.
    • Add 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard, 3 tbsp. mayonnaise, and a dash of salt and pepper. Optional: 1/2 tsp. of finely diced onion or green pepper.
    • Mix until smooth. Add more salt and pepper, if necessary or desired.
    • Spoon egg mixture into the round recesses of the egg whites.
    • Here’s the zesty part: instead of sprinkling the top with traditional paprika, use cayenne pepper.
    • Don’t overdo it. Add just enough to spice up the egg.
    • Garnish with diced chives.
    • Alternative: top half the eggs with cayenne pepper and the other half with paprika. Provide a bottle of hot sauce for those who prefer extra zest.

If you have another favorite fall recipe- share it with us! The convenience of Coach-Net and its network of roadside assistance affiliates keep RV enthusiasts cooking from one coast to another.

Coach-Net Recipe Contest!

01 Monday Jul 2013

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Coach-Net BBQ Recipe Contest

There are those who walk among us with super-human capabilities. They are the magical masters of the grill. They have the ability to make people’s mouths water with the mere sight of their efforts. They can draw neighbors from great distances with just the smell of smoke. Somehow they have found the secret to the barbecue.

Perhaps it is genetic, handed down in some mysterious family BBQ DNA. There are those of us who hope it is a learned skill, and continue to try to achieve a semblance of barbecue success. Despite all of our efforts, the grill masters have reached a level of taste, texture, and flavor that exceed the rest.

If you have achieved a level where friends, relatives, and neighbors gather to taste your barbecue creations, we are looking for you! We are in search of the best barbecue recipes we can find and are willing to reward you for your efforts. We are encouraging those with this special talent to enter our first ever BBQ Recipe Contest. The grand prize? A $200 grilling package!

Yes, we know that those who imitate your recipe will not achieve your greatness. There is a talent that cannot be shared by the mere sharing of a recipe. It will however, serve to inspire those who are searching for greatness to continue trying.

So what do you say? Are you the owner of such a recipe? Do you know someone who is an exceptional master of the grill? You have until July 31st to enter your best barbecue recipe, or encourage someone you know to do so. Are you a specialist in pork, chicken, beef or something else? Choose your weapon and send your recipe to us. We love pictures but they are not a requirement. The rules are loose so if you can cook it on a grill and it is tasty, send that recipe to us. We look forward to sharing your culinary concoctions and awarding our grand prize!

To get you started thinking about recipes, here’s a quick and easy grilling marinade for virtually any meat using 3 simple ingredients:

Simply mix an 8-ounce bottle of red French dressing, a 10-ounce jar of apricot preserves and a single envelope of dry onion soup mix. Marinate your meat with the mixture in a large bowl for about an hour and get grilling!

Tailgating Appetizer Ideas

30 Wednesday Jan 2013

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Recreational Vehicles are a great source of fun and food. Gathering family and friends together for a little tailgate party does not have to be relegated to just football season. Tailgate parties are great for NASCAR races and for big events like the NBA Finals, March Madness, and even for holidays like the 4th of July. Family celebrations can be cause for a tailgate party.

If you are on the road, you most likely don’t want to take a lot of time to prepare appetizers for these fun events. Here’s a little roadside assistance from your friends at Coach-Net. It’s a list of easy to prepare appetizers for your next tailgate party.

Fried Ravioli

Sounds complicated but it’s a breeze. Buy your choice of uncooked meat or cheese ravioli and fry in olive oil until just lightly brown. Drain the ravioli and add a little salt and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve with some warm marinara sauce on the side and you are good to go!

Mini Hot Dogs or Sausages

Here’s another easy tailgate appetizer option. Start with a 16oz bottle of unflavored barbecue sauce in a crock-pot. Stir in three heaping tablespoons of grape jelly, and heat for about a half hour, stirring until jelly melts. Drain your mini-dogs or sausages and add to the mixture. Within an hour or two you will have a treat everyone will love!

Blue Cheese with Pecan Spread

It doesn’t get much easier than this. Mix a cup of softened blue cheese with 4 tablespoons of chopped toasted pecans. Use on crackers or vegetables, and even add a drizzle of honey to give it an extra layer of flavor.

Stuffed Cheesecake Strawberries

Stuffed Strawberries

These are so good they may have to be considered a desert. Take 8 ounces of cream cheese and let it soften. Mix in 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar (sifted) and 1 teaspoon of vanilla to the softened cream cheese. Hollow out the tops of about two pounds of strawberries and scoop in the cheese mixture. Dip the tops of the stuffed strawberries in crushed graham crackers and watch the reaction!

Stuffed Mini-Bellas

Remove the stems from the mini-portabella mushrooms, and then stuff with softened cream cheese. Broil until the cheese is melted and then sprinkle on some chives and/or some finely chopped tomatoes or green onions. Simple and vegetarian!

Traveling in a recreational vehicle is should be a stress-free, fun adventure. After all, isn’t that why you got an RV? If you have yet to investigate coach net roadside assistance, you’ve yet to discover a new level of traveling confidence in your recreational vehicle. Coach-Net roadside offers plans that will cover all of your vehicles while on the road including motorcycles.

Enjoy your tailgating!