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Category: < 30 mins

“Half-Hour Gourmet” – The “< 30 mins" section at ChampsDiet.com is a haven for those seeking to create something special in minimal time. Here, you'll find an array of recipes that transform simple ingredients into extraordinary meals in under 30 minutes. From zesty pastas to quick stir-fries, and from refreshing salads to speedy soups, these dishes cater to the demands of a hectic lifestyle while ensuring a gourmet experience.

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Arrowroot Squares
< 30 minsFor large groupsTime to make

Arrowroot Squares

Ingredients: 3 cups arrowroot cookies1 cup walnuts2 eggs1 pinch salt4 tablespoons cocoa1/2 cup butter...

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Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball
< 30 minsDessertFor large groups

Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened ( no substitutes)1/4...

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Salsa Ranchera
< 30 minsMexicanNorth american

Salsa Ranchera

Ingredients: 1 lb roma tomatoes, grated*1 cup chicken broth1/4 large white onions, roughly chopped4...

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Crunchy Romaine Toss
< 30 minsSaladsVegetarian

Crunchy Romaine Toss

Ingredients: 1 cup walnuts, chopped1 (3 ounce) packages ramen noodles, uncooked,broken up ( Discard...

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Chuck Wagon Mix
< 30 minsMain dishTime to make

Chuck Wagon Mix

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 lb kielbasa, cut into 1/2 inch slices3 cups cooked...

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Mexican Tostados
< 30 minsMexicanNorth american

Mexican Tostados

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef1 cup diced onions1 cup diced green peppers1/2 teaspoon...

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Chickpea Salad
< 30 minsSaladsTime to make

Chickpea Salad

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon fresh ground...

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Poor Man's Granola Bar
< 30 minsBreakfastGranola and porridge

Poor Man’s Granola Bar

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour1 1/2 cups granola cereal1 1/2 cups oatmeal1 teaspoon baking...

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Bistro-Style  Beef Steak Sandwich
< 30 minsLunch/snacksSandwiches

Bistro-Style Beef Steak Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 lb beef round tip steaks, 1/8-1/4-inch thick, pound if necessary1 tablespoon olive...

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Pink Rhubarb Punch
< 30 minsBeveragesPunch beverage

Pink Rhubarb Punch

Ingredients: 8 cups fresh rhubarb or 8 cups frozen rhubarb, chopped8 cups water2 1/2...

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Whole Wheat Oat Pancakes
< 30 minsBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Whole Wheat Oat Pancakes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup oat flour1/2 cup whole wheat flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 cup almond...

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Marinated Carrots
< 30 minsSide dishesTime to make

Marinated Carrots

Ingredients: 1 lb baby carrots1/4 cup white sugar1/4 cup oil0.5 (10 1/2 ounce) cans...

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Golden Beet Salad from a Country South of Spain
< 30 minsSaladsVegetables

Golden Beet Salad from a Country South of Spain, North of Ghana

Ingredients: 2 lbs beets, trimmed1 lemons, juice of, large1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon smoked...

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Toasty Chicken Salad Sandwiches
< 30 minsLunch/snacksSandwiches

Toasty Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cubed cooked chicken1/2 cup celery, slices2 teaspoons minced onions2 teaspoons lemon...

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Spinach Cherry Salad
< 30 minsSaladsTime to make

Spinach Cherry Salad

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon lemon juice2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon honeysalt and...

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Light Stuffed French Toast
< 30 minsBreakfastTime to make

Light Stuffed French Toast

Ingredients: 1/2 cup light cream cheese2 tablespoons apricot fruit spread8 slices French bread, 1...

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Banana Applesauce Oatmeal Mini Muffins
< 30 minsBreadsFor large groups

Banana Applesauce Oatmeal Mini Muffins

Ingredients: 1 cup old-fashioned oatmeal1/2 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking...

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Brussels Sprouts With Warm Balsamic Vinaigrette
< 30 minsSide dishesVegetables

Brussels Sprouts With Warm Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1/2 lb frozen petite Brussels sprouts ( I like Hanover Gold Line)1 tablespoon...

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Onion Haystacks
< 30 minsTime to makeVegetables

Onion Haystacks

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon seasoning...

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Octopus-N-Cheese
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Octopus-N-Cheese

Ingredients: 4 hot dogs1 (7 ounce) boxes macaroni and cheese mix1/4 cup milk1/4 cup...

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Fettuccine Florentine
< 30 minsPastarice and grains

Fettuccine Florentine

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon black pepper1 cup 1% low-fat...

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Fried Green Tomatoes
< 30 minsFor 1 or 2Side dishes

Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil4 green tomatoes2 eggs, depending on the number tomatoes1 cup...

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Gingerbread Waffles
< 30 minsBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Gingerbread Waffles

Ingredients: 1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup shortening1 eggs1/2 cup molasses1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking...

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Kelly's "chunky" Haystacks
< 30 minsCookies and browniesDessert

Kelly’s “chunky” Haystacks

Ingredients: 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips6 ounces butterscotch chips1 1/2 cups shoestring potato chips...

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Easy Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce
< 30 minsBeefMeat

Easy Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup peanut butter3/4 cup water2 teaspoons soy sauce2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon...

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Best Ever Brussels Sprouts
< 30 minsSide dishesVegetables

Best Ever Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter1 large diced onions3 chopped garlic cloves2 lbs Brussels sprouts (...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Salad Caprese
< 30 minsSaladsVegetarian

Eggplant (Aubergine) Salad Caprese

Ingredients: 3 small eggplantssalt2 medium tomatoes, sliced350 g bocconcini, sliced1/4 cup firmly packed fresh...

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Italian Garlic Bread
< 30 minsEuropeanItalian

Italian Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons olive oil2 tablespoons chopped parsley2 teaspoons dried thyme3/4...

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Hush Puppies Justin Wilson Style
< 30 minsBreadsTime to make

Hush Puppies Justin Wilson Style

Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt...

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Peanut Butter Corn Flakes
< 30 minsCandyDessert

Peanut Butter Corn Flakes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup white corn syrup1 cup peanut butter5 cups corn flakes...

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Soft Ginger Cookies
< 30 minsCookies and browniesDessert

Soft Ginger Cookies

Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups flour2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon...

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Greek Scampi
< 30 minsMain dishSeafood

Greek Scampi

Ingredients: 1/2 lb shrimp2 garlic cloves ( minced or pressed)2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup...

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Turkey-dilly Meatballs
< 30 minsMain dishTime to make

Turkey-dilly Meatballs

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter, divided1 large onions, finely chopped2 lbs...

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Spinach Salad With Maple Dressing
< 30 minsSaladsTime to make

Spinach Salad With Maple Dressing

Ingredients: 8 ounces spinach2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled1 apples, unpeeled and chopped1/4 cup...

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Taste Like KFC Coleslaw
< 30 minsSaladsVegetables

Taste Like KFC Coleslaw

Ingredients: 2 lbs green cabbage2 carrots, grated1 green peppers, chopped1 large sweet onions, finely...

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Cauliflower and Cheese Pakora
< 30 minsAsianIndian

Cauliflower and Cheese Pakora

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon curry1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped2 tablespoons green chilies, chopped1 teaspoon ginger,...

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Outrageous Chocolate Chip Cookies
< 30 minsCookies and browniesDessert

Outrageous Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup white sugar3/4 cup peanut...

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Joe's Dogs
< 30 minsMain dishMeat

Joe’s Dogs

Ingredients: 8 hot dogs 8 hot dog buns 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 3/4...

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Nacho Pasta
< 30 minsPastarice and grains

Nacho Pasta

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sour cream4 cups uncooked corkscrew macaroni1 (11 ounce) cans Fiesta nacho...

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Meat Fondue Sauces
< 30 minsCondimentsetc.

Meat Fondue Sauces

Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon catsup1 teaspoon brandy1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon...

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Rainbow Coleslaw
< 30 minsSaladsTime to make

Rainbow Coleslaw

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice2/3 cup reduced-calorie mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon sugar1/4...

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Sourdough Buckwheat Waffles
< 30 minsBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Sourdough Buckwheat Waffles

Ingredients: 1 cup sourdough starter2 cups water2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons honey2 cups flour2...

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Sour Cream Pancakes
< 30 minsBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Sour Cream Pancakes

Ingredients: 4 eggs1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda6 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar2 cups...

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Wolfgang's Garlic Bread
< 30 minsBreadsTime to make

Wolfgang’s Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 10 -15 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped1/2 cup basil leaves, roughly chopped1 sprig...

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Leanne's Macaroni Salad
< 30 minsSaladsSide dishes

Leanne’s Macaroni Salad

Ingredients: 1 (5 1/2 ounce) packages Kraft macaroni and cheese2 cups shredded cabbage1/2 cup...

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The Best Cucumber Spread
< 30 minsAppetizersSpreads

The Best Cucumber Spread

Ingredients: 2 medium cucumbers11 ounces cream cheese ( one 8 oz. and one 3...

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< 30 minsAppetizersVegetarian

Vegetarian Rollups

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese8 ounces sour cream4 ounces black olives, drained4 1/2 ounces...

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Corned Beef With Green Beans
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Corned Beef With Green Beans

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 medium yellow onions, coarsely chopped1 tablespoon sofrito sauce1/2 cup tomato...

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Mom's Pea Salad
< 30 minsSide dishesVegetables

Mom’s Pea Salad

Ingredients: 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped3/4-1 cup sliced celery1 small onions, diced fine1 bag...

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Low-fat Pizza With Turkey Sausage and Sweet Peppers
< 30 minsMain dishPizza

Low-fat Pizza With Turkey Sausage and Sweet Peppers

Ingredients: 1 pizza crusts ( your choice of homemade, Boboli, from a tube…)1 cup...

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No-cook Chocolate Mascarpone Cake
< 30 minsCakesDessert

No-cook Chocolate Mascarpone Cake

Ingredients: 8 italian almond cookies2 tablespoons orange liqueur7 ounces dark chocolate9 ounces mascarpone cheese...

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Special Coleslaw
< 30 minsSaladsVegetables

Special Coleslaw

Ingredients: 1 head cabbage, shredded5 carrots, peeled and shredded4 stalks celery, chopped1/4 cup dried...

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Soft Bean Tortillas
< 30 minsFree of...Gluten Free

Soft Bean Tortillas

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cornstarch1/3 cup bean flour2 tablespoons tapioca starch1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs1 1/2...

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3-2-1 Cornbread
< 30 minsBreadsQuick breads

3-2-1 Cornbread

Ingredients: 3 boxes Jiffy cornbread mix3 eggs1 cup milk2 (4 ounce) cans diced green...

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Tomato Devils
< 30 minsAppetizersTime to make

Tomato Devils

Ingredients: 25 small bread rounds or 25 slices rye cocktail bread1 cup grated cheddar...

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Seafood Rotini Salad for 25
< 30 minsSaladsSeafood

Seafood Rotini Salad for 25

Ingredients: 2 lbs imitation crabmeat5 lbs rotini pasta, cooked2 cups diced celery1 cup green...

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Brussels Sprouts in Beer
< 30 minsSide dishesVegetables

Brussels Sprouts in Beer

Ingredients: 1 lb Brussels sprouts, freshbeer, any brand,to cover1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons butter Directions:...

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Rosemary Turkey With Mushrooms
< 30 minsMain dishMeat

Rosemary Turkey With Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 lb turkey breast tenderloins, slices all visible fat removed1/2 cup low sodium...

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Tex-Mex Goulash
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Tex-Mex Goulash

Ingredients: 4 ounces macaroni ( can use corn or rice pasta)1 lb lean ground...

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Columbia Restaurant's 1905 Salad
< 30 minsSaladsTime to make

Columbia Restaurant’s 1905 Salad

Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 cup extra virgin olive...

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