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Category: 5 ingredients or less

“Minimalist Magic” – Embrace the beauty of simplicity with our “5 ingredients or less” category. Here at ChampsDiet.com, we believe in making cooking accessible and enjoyable, even with the most basic pantry. These recipes demonstrate how a few ingredients, when combined thoughtfully, can create dishes that are both easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Ideal for beginners, busy individuals, or anyone who appreciates the art of minimalist cooking.

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Chunky Monkey
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBreakfast

Chunky Monkey

Ingredients: 1 bananas, peeled2 tablespoons peanut butter1 small tortillas Directions: Spread peanut butter over...

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Orange Dreamsicle Mousse
5 ingredients or lessDessertPuddings and mousses

Orange Dreamsicle Mousse

Ingredients: 1 (1/3 ounce) box sugar-free orange gelatin1 (1 ounce) box sugar-free instant white...

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Cocoa Espresso Cooler
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Cocoa Espresso Cooler

Ingredients: 2 cups espresso blend coffee, Cold2 cups cocoa, Cold ( 2-3 heaping teaspoons...

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< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessCondiments

Ld’s Homemade Mayonnaise

Ingredients: 2 large eggs1 teaspoon dry mustard4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar1 tablespoon seasoning salt1...

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Crunchy Oat Cereal
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessBreakfast

Crunchy Oat Cereal

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups large rolled oats1 1/4 cups roughly chopped pecans ( you...

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S'mores Bread Pudding
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessDessert

S’mores Bread Pudding

Ingredients: 3 cups 2% low-fat milk1 (6 ounce) packages Jell-O chocolate pudding and pie...

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Bourbon Franks
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersFor large groups

Bourbon Franks

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) bottles tomato ketchup3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar3/4 cup Bourbon...

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Angel's Tomato Cucumber Salad
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessSalads

Angel’s Tomato Cucumber Salad

Ingredients: 2 large tomatoes, peeled and sliced1 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced1/2 cup red...

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Lil Smokie Wraps
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Lil Smokie Wraps

Ingredients: 1 lb Little Smokies sausages1 lb bacon1/8 cup Splenda granular, sugar substitute Directions:...

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Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnut
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnut

Ingredients: 16 ounces whole water chestnuts, drained1 lb bacon1/2 cup mayonnaise1 cup chili sauce1...

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Japanese Miso Soup
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessSoups & stews

Japanese Miso Soup

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon red miso ( fermented soybean paste)1 tablespoon white miso ( fermented...

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Baked Carrots in Creamy Horseradish Sauce
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessSide dishes

Baked Carrots in Creamy Horseradish Sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh baby carrots4 cups chicken broth1 cup of any brand horseradish...

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Old Fashioned Ham Glaze
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessMeat

Old Fashioned Ham Glaze

Ingredients: 1 cup brown sugar1 teaspoon dry mustard2 -4 tablespoons vinegar Directions: Combine all...

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Souper Joes
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessTime to make

Souper Joes

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans reduced-fat cream of mushroom...

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Onion Soup Mix Pretzels
5 ingredients or lessLunch/snacksSnacks

Onion Soup Mix Pretzels

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted ( I use unsalted)1/4 cup onion soup mix (...

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Tgi Friday's B-52 Shooters
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Tgi Friday’s B-52 Shooters

Ingredients: 1/2 ounce Kahlua1/2 ounce Grand Marnier1/2 ounce Baileys Irish Cream Directions: Layer each...

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Oriental Grilled Chicken
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Oriental Grilled Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup Miracle Whip1 tablespoon soy sauce1/4 teaspoon ginger1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper4...

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Beefy Cheese Enchiladas
5 ingredients or lessMain dishOven

Beefy Cheese Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef2 cups salsa, divided2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded12 6-inch flour...

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Goof Balls
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessFor large groups

Goof Balls

Ingredients: 2 (10 count) packages refrigerated biscuits20 milk chocolate candy kisses2/3-3/4 cup miniature marshmallows1/4...

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Yum Yum Yogurt
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessFor 1 or 2

Yum Yum Yogurt

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fruit ( fresh or frozen)1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt1 teaspoon Splenda...

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Chive Crescents
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBreads

Chive Crescents

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 tablespoon butter, melted1/4 cup fresh...

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Pittsburgh Kielbasa
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersFor large groups

Pittsburgh Kielbasa

Ingredients: 2 lbs kielbasa1 large onions, chopped1 (16 ounce) jars applesauce1 (1 lb) box...

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Fried Bread Crumb Topping for Vegetables
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessVegetables

Fried Bread Crumb Topping for Vegetables

Ingredients: 4 ounces loosely packed dried breadcrumbs3 -4 tablespoons butter Directions: Melt butter in...

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Rosemary Onion Potatoes
5 ingredients or lessPotatoesVegetables

Rosemary Onion Potatoes

Ingredients: 6 white potatoes1/2 cup butter, meltedrosemary, minced1 ounce dry onion soup mix Directions:...

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Simple Syrup Iced Tea
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Simple Syrup Iced Tea

Ingredients: 5 cups water1/2 cup sugar6 -7 tea bags Directions: Heat water to boiling.For...

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Spicy Pretzels
5 ingredients or lessLunch/snacksSnacks

Spicy Pretzels

Ingredients: 1/4 lb small pretzels1/4 cup crisco vegetable oil1 (1 ounce) package hidden valley...

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Sore Throat Remedy
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessFor 1 or 2

Sore Throat Remedy

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons dried sage1/4 teaspoon salt8 ounces water Directions: Simmer all ingredients together...

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Ultimate Quesadillas
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Ultimate Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch chunks1 (10 ounce)...

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Pierogi Skillet Dinner
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Pierogi Skillet Dinner

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil1 medium onions, coarsely chopped1 lb kielbasa, cut diagonally in 1/2-inch...

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Peppered Cheese Crisps
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Peppered Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 2 round pita bread, 6 inch1/4 cup mayonnaise1 garlic cloves, pressed1/4 cup parmesan...

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Chicken Cheese Ball
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Chicken Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, slightly softened2 (4 ounce) cans chicken, spread ( Underwood...

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Lemon Fluff
5 ingredients or lessDessertPuddings and mousses

Lemon Fluff

Ingredients: 1 (1/3 ounce) package sugar-free lemon gelatin1 cup boiling water1/2 cup lemon juice8...

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Herbal Tea for Bronchitis
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Herbal Tea for Bronchitis

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon dried peppermint2 teaspoons dried thyme1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepperwater1 tablespoon honey, to...

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Bacon Wrap Arounds
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersWeeknight

Bacon Wrap Arounds

Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce2 (5 ounce) cans water chestnuts, drained2 tablespoons sugar10 slices...

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Balsamic-Shallot Green Beans
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessSide dishes

Balsamic-Shallot Green Beans

Ingredients: 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 large shallots, finely chopped2 tablespoons butter, room temperature1 lb...

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Crispy  Frying  Batter
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Crispy Frying Batter

Ingredients: 2 eggs, separated,whites set aside1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup lukewarm water1 tablespoon oil3/4 cup...

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Baked Catalina Chicken
5 ingredients or lessFor large groupsMain dish

Baked Catalina Chicken

Ingredients: 5 lbs chicken pieces ( wings, legs, thighs)1 (16 ounce) cans whole berry...

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Ground Chicken Burgers
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Ground Chicken Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated5 tablespoons breadcrumbs1/4 cup barbecue sauce...

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Easy Chocolate Berry Trifle
5 ingredients or lessDessertKid Friendly

Easy Chocolate Berry Trifle

Ingredients: 3 cups cold milk2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages chocolate flavor instant pudding and...

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Lemonade-Gramma Style
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Lemonade-Gramma Style

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh squeezed lemon juice2 cups sugar syrup ( recipe follows)8 cups...

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Icing-in-the-Cake Cake
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessDessert

Icing-in-the-Cake Cake

Ingredients: 4 eggs1 cup water1/2 cup oil1 (18 1/4 ounce) boxes butter pecan cake...

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Batter
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Batter

Ingredients: 3/4 cup flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup milk2 tablespoons oil1 eggs Directions: Mix all...

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Cheesy California Vegetables
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessVegetables

Cheesy California Vegetables

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) packages california-blend frozen vegetables8 ounces processed cheese ( velveeta)6 tablespoons...

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Crock Pot Nacho Pork Chops
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Crock Pot Nacho Pork Chops

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed nacho cheese soup2 teaspoons...

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Strawberry Napoleon
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessDessert

Strawberry Napoleon

Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen ( half of a 1.1LB package)1...

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Lemon Jello Salad
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessSalads

Lemon Jello Salad

Ingredients: 2 (1/3 ounce) package jell-o sugar-free lemon gelatin2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages Jell-O...

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Honey Cheesecake
5 ingredients or lessCheesecakeDessert

Honey Cheesecake

Ingredients: 2 lbs cream cheese2/3 cup honey4 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla Directions: Have ingredients at...

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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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Easy Chili-Cheese Dip
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Easy Chili-Cheese Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces brick Velveeta Mexican cheese ( the small brick, any flavor would...

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Peanut Butter Polvoron
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessDessert

Peanut Butter Polvoron

Ingredients: 3/4 cup graham crackers, crushed1/3 cup Equal sugar substitute1 tablespoon butter, softened1/4 cup...

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San Antonio Barbecue Chicken
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

San Antonio Barbecue Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup lemon juice1/4 cup barbecue sauce1 envelope taco seasoning2 lbs chicken Directions:...

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Greg's Reunion Dressing
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessSalads

Greg’s Reunion Dressing

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 cup blue cheese1 grated pearspepper Directions:...

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Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Onion Dip
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Onion Dip

Ingredients: 1 cup diced sweet onions ( you can also use red onions)1 cup...

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Tike Treat
5 ingredients or lessLunch/snacksSnacks

Tike Treat

Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup coconut4 bananas1 cup lemons or 1 cup orange...

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Beauty Parlor Garlic Bread
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBreads

Beauty Parlor Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf crusty French bread1/2 cup butter, room temperature ( 8 tbsp)garlic powder...

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Dream Berry Salad
5 ingredients or lessDessertSalads

Dream Berry Salad

Ingredients: 2 (1 ounce) packages fat free sugar-free instant cheesecake pudding mix1 (32 ounce)...

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< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Pearl Tea

Ingredients: 1/2 cup prepared tapioca, chilled2 cups strong tea, chilled2 cups milk2 tablespoons granulated...

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Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 (8 ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) and Mozzarella
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Eggplant (Aubergine) and Mozzarella

Ingredients: 1/2 cup garlic oil3 large eggplants, thickly sliced6 ounces mozzarella cheese or 6...

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Peppermint Ice Cream (from Cooking Light)
5 ingredients or lessDessertFrozen desserts

Peppermint Ice Cream (from Cooking Light)

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups 2% low-fat milk, divided2 large egg yolks2 teaspoons vanilla1 (14...

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