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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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Low Gi Southwest Chicken Salad
< 30 minsSaladsTime to make

Low Gi Southwest Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 4 cups mixed greens1/4 red onions, finely diced2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 (14 ounce)...

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Crispy Baked Reuben Sandwiches
< 30 minsLunch/snacksSandwiches

Crispy Baked Reuben Sandwiches

Ingredients: 3 eggs, beaten1 tablespoon milk8 slices rye bread1 1/4 cups corn chips, finely...

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Big Sandwich
< 30 minsLunch/snacksSandwiches

Big Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 unsliced round loaf Italian bread ( 8 inches)5 -6 slices cooked beef...

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Rum Cake
< 30 minsCakesDessert

Rum Cake

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) packages stella doro sponge cookies1/2 cup milk, mixed with2 tablespoons...

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Swirled Cheesecake Nibbles
< 30 minsCheesecakeDessert

Swirled Cheesecake Nibbles

Ingredients: 36 vanilla wafers10 ounces Nestle semi-sweet and white chocolate swirled chocolate morsels, divided...

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Chopped Salad With Feta and Pine Nuts
< 30 minsSaladsTime to make

Chopped Salad With Feta and Pine Nuts

Ingredients: 1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon dried...

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No-Fuss Overnight French Toast
< 30 minsBreakfastTime to make

No-Fuss Overnight French Toast

Ingredients: 4 cups purchased eggnog ( support your local dairy)4 large eggs1 teaspoon ground...

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Warm Cabbage Salad
< 30 minsSaladsSide dishes

Warm Cabbage Salad

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 large shallots, minced2 -3 lbs assorted cabbage,...

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Ukrainian Varenyky With Onion Butter (Perogies)
< 30 minsMain dishPasta

Ukrainian Varenyky With Onion Butter (Perogies)

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt, to taste2 teaspoons cooking...

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Rocky Road Delight
< 30 minsChocolateFor large groups

Rocky Road Delight

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups milk chocolate chips or 1 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips1...

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Sausage Links With Apricot-Mustard Glaze
< 30 minsBreakfastTime to make

Sausage Links With Apricot-Mustard Glaze

Ingredients: 1/2 cup apricot preserves1/4 cup sweet-hot mustard2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary or 1/4...

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Riley and Chelsea's Favorite Monster Cookies
< 30 minsCookies and browniesDessert

Riley and Chelsea’s Favorite Monster Cookies

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups smooth peanut butter1/2 cup margarine, softened1 1/2 cups brown sugar,...

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Hot Cocoa (Black Gravy)
< 30 minsBreakfastChocolate

Hot Cocoa (Black Gravy)

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons cocoa2 tablespoons cornstarch2/3 cup sugar3 cups milk1/2 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons butter...

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Green Chili Artichoke Dip
< 30 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Green Chili Artichoke Dip

Ingredients: 1 baguette1 cup mayonnaise1 cup grated parmesan cheese1 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts,...

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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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Ice Box Cookies
< 30 minsCookies and browniesDessert

Ice Box Cookies

Ingredients: 1 cup brown sugar1 cup sugar2 eggs1 cup shortening3 1/2 cups flour1 teaspoon...

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Mom's Goulash
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Mom’s Goulash

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger1 onions, chopped1 teaspoon Worcestershire saucesaltpepper1 lb elbow macaroni1 (16 ounce)...

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My Favorite Pesto Recipe
< 30 minsPastarice and grains

My Favorite Pesto Recipe

Ingredients: 2 cups of firmly packed basil leaves, washed and dried3 garlic cloves1/2 cup...

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Killer Sangria
< 30 minsBeveragesPunch beverage

Killer Sangria

Ingredients: 3 (750 ml) bottles inexpensive red winegranulated sugar200 ml vodka200 ml brandy100 ml...

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Yum Yum Cake
< 30 minsDessertFor large groups

Yum Yum Cake

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/2 cup chopped pecans1/2 cup melted butter1 (10 ounce) packages cream...

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Pink Lemonade Salad
< 30 minsLunch/snacksSalads

Pink Lemonade Salad

Ingredients: 60 butter flavored crackers ( crushed)1/4 cup sugar1/2 cup melted butter or 1/2...

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Mom Pat's Pancakes
< 30 minsBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Mom Pat’s Pancakes

Ingredients: 2 cups flour1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder3 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla1/3 cup oil2...

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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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Iced Tea Suitable for Diabetics
< 30 minsBeveragesFor large groups

Iced Tea Suitable for Diabetics

Ingredients: 4 lipton family-size tea bags1 regular size tea bags3/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute1/4...

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Balsamic Tomato Sauce
< 30 minsMain dishTime to make

Balsamic Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, finely chopped2 (14 1/2...

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Creamy Chicken and Broccoli
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Creamy Chicken and Broccoli

Ingredients: 3 (10 ounce) cans 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup3/4 cup fat free...

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Puffed Party Squares
< 30 minsCookies and browniesDessert

Puffed Party Squares

Ingredients: 3/4 cup brown sugar3/4 cup corn syrup3/4 cup peanut butter4 cups corn flakes1...

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Socks-Off Oatmeal Cookies (No Raisins)
< 30 minsCookies and browniesDessert

Socks-Off Oatmeal Cookies (No Raisins)

Ingredients: 1 cup butter1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed1 cup coconut1 cup white sugar2...

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Midas Squares
< 30 minsCookies and browniesDessert

Midas Squares

Ingredients: 1 cup peanut butter1/2 cup syrup1/2 cup brown sugar2 cups corn flakes1 cup...

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Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks
< 30 minsAppetizersBreads

Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks

Ingredients: 1 (10 5/8 ounce) packages pillsbury refrigerated garlic breadsticks5 ounces mozzarella string cheese...

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Spatzle (Little German Noodle Dumplings)
< 30 minsSide dishesTime to make

Spatzle (Little German Noodle Dumplings)

Ingredients: 2 eggs, beaten1/4 cup milk or 1/4 cup soymilk or 1/4 cup water1...

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Yeast Waffles
< 30 minsBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Yeast Waffles

Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups flour3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1 (1/4 ounce) package fast-rising active...

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Fettuccini With Mushrooms
< 30 minsMain dishPasta

Fettuccini With Mushrooms, Peas and Lemon

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil2 cloves garlic, chopped finely2 small red chilies, sliced500 g...

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Super Easy Orange Cranberry Bran Muffins
< 30 minsBreadsFor large groups

Super Easy Orange Cranberry Bran Muffins

Ingredients: 3 cups all-bran cereal2 1/2 cups water1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 (15 ounce)...

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Old Fashioned Apple Salad With Cooked Dressing
< 30 minsApplesFruit

Old Fashioned Apple Salad With Cooked Dressing

Ingredients: 1 cup water2/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice or 2 tablespoons vinegar1 tablespoon...

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Graham Cracker Candy
< 30 minsCandyDessert

Graham Cracker Candy

Ingredients: 1/2 lb butter1/2 cup sugar1 (500 g) boxes graham crackers1/2 cup chopped nuts...

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Linguine With Turkey Saute
< 30 minsMain dishOne Dish meal

Linguine With Turkey Saute

Ingredients: 1 lb linguine or 1 lb spaghetti, uncooked2 cups broccoli florets1 tablespoon margarine...

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Ihops Pancakes
< 30 minsBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Ihops Pancakes

Ingredients: 3 cups pancake mix3 cups cream of wheat4 cups milk6 eggs12 tablespoons vegetable...

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Sheila's (saucy) Brussels Sprouts
< 30 minsTime to makeVegetables

Sheila’s (saucy) Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 2 -3 cups Brussels sprouts1/4 cup butter1/4 cup finely chopped onions1 pinch sugar1...

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Buttermilk Pralines
< 30 minsCandyDessert

Buttermilk Pralines

Ingredients: 2 cups granulated sugar1 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon vanilla2 cups pecans1...

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Sheila's (tolerable) Brussels Sprouts
< 30 minsTime to makeVegetables

Sheila’s (tolerable) Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 4 cups fresh Brussels sprouts1/2 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon flour1 tablespoon...

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Muffin Weenies
< 30 minsLunch/snacksTime to make

Muffin Weenies

Ingredients: 1/4 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/3 cups cornmeal1 cup flour2...

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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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Wheat Germ Buttermilk Pancakes
< 30 minsBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Wheat Germ Buttermilk Pancakes

Ingredients: 2 eggs2 cups buttermilk2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 cup wheat germ1 1/2 cups whole...

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Double Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies
< 30 minsBreakfastTime to make

Double Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies

Ingredients: 1/4 cup cocoa3/4 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup white sugar1/2 cup oats, plus2...

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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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Craisin Cole Slaw
< 30 minsSide dishesVegetables

Craisin Cole Slaw

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) bags shredded coleslaw mix1/3 cup oil4 tablespoons vinegar5 tablespoons sugar1...

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Rustic Vegetable Baguette With Smashed Avocado
< 30 minsLunch/snacksSandwiches

Rustic Vegetable Baguette With Smashed Avocado

Ingredients: 1 lb rustic sourdough baguettes1/3 cup Italian dressing2 small ripe avocados, pitted and...

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Liz's Five-Star  Potato Soup  (Given by Kids)
< 30 minsKid FriendlySoups & stews

Liz’s Five-Star Potato Soup (Given by Kids)

Ingredients: 10 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced 1 inch pieces6 -8 cups chicken...

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Jan's Favorite Cornbread
< 30 minsBreadsTime to make

Jan’s Favorite Cornbread

Ingredients: 2/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup white cornmeal ( I think white tastes best)1...

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Angel Food Cake Dessert
< 30 minsCakesDessert

Angel Food Cake Dessert

Ingredients: 1 angel food cake, cubed1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese2 cups non-fat vanilla yogurtfresh...

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Alvie's Spinach Tortilla Rollups
< 30 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Alvie’s Spinach Tortilla Rollups

Ingredients: 1 pint sour cream10 ounces frozen spinach ( thawed and drained)3 ounces bacon...

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Easy Almost Fat Free Cornbread
< 30 minsBreadsDiabetic

Easy Almost Fat Free Cornbread

Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal1 cup flour1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/4 cups skim...

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Cranberry Rum Brie
< 30 minsAppetizersSpreads

Cranberry Rum Brie

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon brown sugar, firmly packed1/2 teaspoon rum extract1/2 cup whole berry cranberry...

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Mom's Hot Skillet Bacon Cole Slaw With Apples
< 30 minsSide dishesVegetables

Mom’s Hot Skillet Bacon Cole Slaw With Apples

Ingredients: 2 slices bacon3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons water1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon celery seeds1...

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Quick BBQ Beans
< 30 minsBeansFor 1 or 2

Quick BBQ Beans

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans baked beans, undrained ( I use B&M)1/4 cup barbecue...

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Thick and Creamy Mushroom Soup
< 30 minsDiabeticSoups & stews

Thick and Creamy Mushroom Soup

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh sliced mushrooms2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans ready to use reduced-sodium...

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Wilton Butter Press Cookies
< 30 minsCookies and browniesDessert

Wilton Butter Press Cookies

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups real butter, softened ( no substitute)1 cup sugar1 large eggs2...

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Cranberry Spinach Salad
< 30 minsSaladsTime to make

Cranberry Spinach Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb spinach1 cup dried cranberries ( I use one bag of Craisins)1...

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Donny's Asian Noodles
< 30 minsPastarice and grains

Donny’s Asian Noodles

Ingredients: 1/4 cup canola oil1 tablespoon sesame oil6 cloves garlic2 teaspoons grated ginger2 cups...

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