Game-Day Grub Greatness: Bacon Jam Burgers and Shrimp-Avocado Crostini

When we say "Sunday night," you say "football"! This week, the New Orleans Saints are going head-to-head with the Carolina Panthers. The TODAY Food Loves Football series is gearing up for the matchup with pro-football-player-turned-chef Tobias Dorzon. He is cooking up crisp avocado crostini topped with garlicky shrimp and burgers with a spicy bacon jam.

Garlic Shrimp Crostini with Avocado by Tobias Dorzon

I love this dish because it so easy to make and it's an elevated game-day appetizer. The garlicky shrimp, creamy avocado and crispy crostini come together for a pretty much perfect bite. They're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Beef Burgers with Jalapeño-Bacon Jam by Tobias Dorzon

Who doesn't love a great burger? Topping a juicy, grilled patty with jalapeño-bacon jam takes a regular beef burger to a new level. It's sweet, spicy and savory all at once!

If you like those football-friendly recipes, you should also try these:

Shredded Braised Brisket Sandwich by Roze Traore

Easy Cheese Dip (Queso Dip) by Casey Barber

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