Pizza Party Chain Chuck E. Cheese to Release Party Foods Cookbook

You might say, that celebrity cookbooks have gone too far with this one.  The latest celebrity chef to share his culinary secrets in a cookbook is none other than Charles Entertainment Cheese also known by his stage name, Chuck E. Cheese.  Now, one would think it wouldn't take a cookbook to replicate the flavors offered at Chuck E. Cheese, but they are out to prove us wrong.

To be fair, the recipes that they have previewed do look kind of fun, especially if you want a cooking activity with kids. The 128-page Chuck E. Cheese and Friends Party Cookbook features all of Chuck E. Cheese’s characters, including hound dog Jasper T. Jowls, anthropomorphic chicken Helen Henny, and the main rodent himself.

The cookbook is perfect for planning kids' parties or classroom events, with recipes for Mummy Dogs, Caramel Vamples, or Scarlet Spider Brew for spooky season. There are 10 different menus with appetizers, main courses, side dishes, and snacks for any themed party you may come up with. Of course, because this is Chuck E. Cheese, there are a sizable amount of pizza offerings.

I, for one, would probably enjoy the food of Chuck E Cheese more in the quiet of my own home versus the loud, arcade environment in which it's usually offered. So, with that in mind, I'm willing to give this a chance.

The Chuck E. Cheese cookbook is available for pre-order (beat the rush!) from amazon.com for $22.99, or the company store, available to ship March 19th.

What an exciting time for football. And with the Super Bowl around the corner, you might as well make sure you have your appetizers and snacks in order. Whether you're excited about the game, the insane commercials, or the halftime show, it's certain that most people will be chowing down on apps.

Last year, a study found that appetizers make up most people’s diets on gameday. Interestingly, 70% of people skip the entrée and stick to appetizers on Super Bowl Sunday. This study also found that 41% say they tend to overeat.

Another study found that more than half of people look forward to game day parties because of the food. Also, highlighted is that 74% of people plan to make food at home. Meanwhile, 26% plan to order from restaurants. Either way, there will be food.

Taste of Home compiled a list of what they consider to be the best of the best when it comes to apps. Their top five include an antipasto platter with meat and cheese cubes, pepper jelly hogs in a blanket, beef Wellington fried wontons, fruit charcuterie board, and ham and Swiss sliders.

There’s something for everyone from last-minute party throwers to ambitious hosts. If you're looking for something quick chips and dip is a go. If you're looking for something with a bit of pizazz, maybe try a quesadilla ring.

This year's Super Bowl will be held on Sunday, Feb. 11. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. EST. Whether you're tuning in for the game, watching for the commercials, or just want to see Usher's halftime show, make sure you have your snacks ready to go.

There are many game day apps you can add to the menu, from wings, dips, and sliders, to desserts, and breads. Check out these appetizers that will make watching the game even more fun.

Whether you're going store-bought or homemade, chicken wings are a definite crowd pleaser. They're easily customizable from a simple dry rub to a tossed-in sauce moment. And if you are trying to keep things somewhat on the healthier side, you can always bake your wings instead of frying them.

Nachos are a game-day favorite for many. You can go all out with toppings or keep it simple if you need to make something quick. The main ingredients include tortilla chips, cheese, and toppings. These toppings can be meat, tomatoes, black olives, black beans, corn, onions, among others.

Buffalo chicken dip features chicken mixed with your favorite buffalo sauce and cream cheese. If don't feel like cooking the chicken, you can always grab a rotisserie chicken. It can be paired with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.

These are a budget-friendly option that can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand. It's a more effortless appetizer made with the crispy skins of a baked potato filled with bacon, cheese, sour cream, and chives. To make it more of an appetizer, you can opt for smaller potatoes.

This appetizer is like a miniature bite of comfort food. They're creamy balls of mac and cheese that are crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside. And they are made with a few ingredients including pasta, cheese, milk, flour, eggs, panko, and seasonings.