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Category: Appetizers

“Appetizing Beginnings” – Start your meals off right with the “Appetizers” category, where ChampsDiet.com provides a variety of small plates and starters that are sure to stimulate your appetite. From elegant hors d’oeuvres to casual finger foods, these recipes are designed to suit any occasion, be it a formal dinner party or a casual get-together. Discover the joy of beginning your culinary journey with bites that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat.

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Bacon Avocado Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Bacon Avocado Quesadillas

Ingredients: 8 slices bacon, diced1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced1 -2 tablespoon butter or 1...

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Galloping Horses
AppetizersFruitMeat

Galloping Horses

Ingredients: 2 oranges1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/4 cup peeled and finely sliced shallots115 g ground...

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Tex Mex Stuffed Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Tex Mex Stuffed Potato Skins

Ingredients: 12 small potatoes, baked and halved, meat scooped out1 -2 tablespoon olive oil,...

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Yummy Deviled Eggs
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Yummy Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 extra large eggs, hard boiled, cooled and peeled1/2-3/4 cup mayonnaise, can use...

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Lavender Cream Cheese for Bagels
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Lavender Cream Cheese for Bagels

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon herbes de provence1/2 teaspoon lavender flowers ( edible variety from a...

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Zucchini Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Zucchini Chips

Ingredients: 3 -4 cups vegetable oil1 cup all-purpose flour1 -2 zucchini Directions: Fill a...

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AppetizersSeafoodSpreads

Simply Sardine Pate

Ingredients: 2 (3 3/4 ounce) cans oil packed sardines, drained2 hard-boiled eggs1/4 cup butter,...

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Korokke
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Korokke

Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes1/4 lb ground beef1/2 onions1 eggs ( beaten)1 teaspoon saltpeppervegetable oilpankoflour...

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Browned Beef Tongue
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Browned Beef Tongue

Ingredients: 1 beef tongues1 eggs2 tablespoons milksifted whole wheat bread crumbssalt Directions: Cut beef...

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Le Cirque's Spaghetti Primavera
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Le Cirque’s Spaghetti Primavera

Ingredients: 1 lb broccoli2 small zucchini4 asparagus spears, trimmed, about 5-inch long1 1/2 cups...

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Spinach and Salmon Roulade
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalmon

Spinach and Salmon Roulade

Ingredients: 60 g butter1/4 cup plain flour1 cup milk4 eggs, separated1 (250 g) packets...

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Doing "the Mashed Potato" Balls
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Doing “the Mashed Potato” Balls

Ingredients: 8 ounces ground chickensalt and pepper2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 portabella mushrooms, chopped (...

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Zahluk (Tunesian and Moroccan Eggplant Puree (Spread))
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Zahluk (Tunesian and Moroccan Eggplant Puree (Spread))

Ingredients: 1 kg eggplants ( 3)1 teaspoon cumin1 garlic cloves, crushed3 tablespoons olive oil1/2...

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Little Reubens
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Little Reubens

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and patted...

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Cherry Tomatoes Persillade
AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Cherry Tomatoes Persillade

Ingredients: 1 lb large cherry tomatoes ( about 10 to 12 large cherry tomatoes)1/4...

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Tempura  Batter
< 15 minsAppetizersSide dishes

Tempura Batter

Ingredients: 3/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup...

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Azumaya Egg Rolls
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Azumaya Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground pork or 1 lb ground...

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Southwestern Avocado Angels
AppetizersPorkVegetables

Southwestern Avocado Angels

Ingredients: 3/4 lb chorizo sausage or 3/4 lb hot pork sausage4 large ripe avocados,...

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Honey Dijon Mustard  Stuffed Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Honey Dijon Mustard Stuffed Eggs

Ingredients: 6 eggs1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard3 teaspoons honey ( not a strong tasting...

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AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Calamares a La Vinagreta (Calamari in Vinaigrette)

Ingredients: 1 small onions1 green peppers1 red peppers1 large ripe tomatoes, seeded1/2 lb cooked...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Sandwich Loaf

Ingredients: 1 loaf firm bread, unslicedsoftened butter3 cups deviled ham or 3 cups cooked...

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Josephinas Numero Dos
AppetizersEggs/dairyPasta

Josephinas Numero Dos

Ingredients: 1 french sourdough baguettes, day old ( I used whole wheat sourdough)1/2 cup...

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Wonderful Parmesan Zucchini Strips
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Wonderful Parmesan Zucchini Strips

Ingredients: 1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated4 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise1...

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Vegetarian Spring Rolls
AppetizersAsianThai

Vegetarian Spring Rolls

Ingredients: 1/4 cup lime juice3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped2 teaspoons Thai fish sauce...

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Strawberry Romaine Salad
AppetizersSaladsStrawberries

Strawberry Romaine Salad

Ingredients: 1 head romaine lettuce1 cucumbers1/2 cup green onions1/2 cup strawberries4 tablespoons liquid honey4...

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Fresh Spring Rolls With Shrimp for Two
AppetizersPastaShrimp

Fresh Spring Rolls With Shrimp for Two

Ingredients: 2 cups water8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined ( prawns)1 ounce cellophane noodles1...

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Avocado Tortilla Chip Rounds
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Avocado Tortilla Chip Rounds

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon mrs dash garlic and herb seasoning or 1 tablespoon other herb...

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Potato and Smoked Salmon Lasagna
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Potato and Smoked Salmon Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 medium leeks, white and tender green, coarsely chopped1/2 lb fresh...

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Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Ingredients: 14 large shrimp, peeled and deveined7 slices bacon, cut in half lengthwise1/4 cup...

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AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Onion Salad or Hors D’ Oeuvre – Oignons Marines

Ingredients: 1 lb tomatoes2 onions3 garlic clovesbouquet garni ( of your choice)salt and pepper1...

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AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Pepperoni Pizza Bites

Ingredients: 1 cup mozzarella cheese ( shredded)1/2 cup pepperoni ( chopped)1/2 cup pizza sauce2...

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Buttermilk Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Buttermilk Onion Rings

Ingredients: 3 large onions, preferably sweet onions3 -4 cups buttermilk1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup...

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Buffalo Chicken Nachos
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Buffalo Chicken Nachos

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons melted butter1/3 cup frank’s hot sauce2 cups diced cooked chicken1 (10...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

“pick Me Up” Party Chicken Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, diced2 teaspoons garlic, minced1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon...

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Hawaiian Fruit Kabobs
AppetizersSide dishesTropical fruits

Hawaiian Fruit Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans pineapple chunks1/4 cup dry red wine2 tablespoons lemon juice2...

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Wee Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
AppetizersBreadsMeat

Wee Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

Ingredients: 2 cups Bisquick1 cup milk2 tablespoons yellow mustard1 eggs6 ounces shaved cooked turkey...

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Black Bean Cakes
AppetizersGrainsLunch/snacks

Black Bean Cakes

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed2 tablespoons vegetable broth or...

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Zesty Dipping Sauce
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Zesty Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons ketchup1 1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2...

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Mexican Cream Cheese Rollups
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Mexican Cream Cheese Rollups

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened ( I use FF cream cheese)1/3...

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Pickled Hot Dogs or Sausages
< 30 minsAppetizersMeat

Pickled Hot Dogs or Sausages

Ingredients: 4 cups water3 cups vinegar1 medium onions4 -5 garlic cloves, diced2 tablespoons salt1...

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Round Cheese Bread
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Round Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups biscuit mix1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese1/2...

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Steamed Clams on the Half Shell
AppetizersMain dishSauces

Steamed Clams on the Half Shell

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package of pre-cooked-quick frozen clams1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil2...

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AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Marinated Mozzarella

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons McCormick spice blends monterey style2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1/4 cup olive...

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Ultimate Reuben Dip
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Ultimate Reuben Dip

Ingredients: 1/4 lb shredded swiss cheese1/4 lb shredded mozzarella cheese16 ounces bavarian sauerkraut, drained1/2...

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Mushroom Mozzarella Bruschetta
AppetizersBreadsGrains

Mushroom Mozzarella Bruschetta

Ingredients: Italian bread, cut in half lengthwise1 (10 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup1/4...

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Tequila-Jalapeno Marinated Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Tequila-Jalapeno Marinated Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 cups finely chopped fresh cilantro5 small jalapeno chiles or 5 small serrano...

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Chicken and Asparagus Kabobs
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken and Asparagus Kabobs

Ingredients: 2 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted1 tablespoon...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Crab Spread for Crackers (Non-Dairy)

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, picked over1 medium onions, chopped1 garlic cloves, minced3 -4 tablespoons...

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Janice's Shrimp Spread
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Janice’s Shrimp Spread

Ingredients: 1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans deveined medium shrimp, drained1 (8 ounce) packages cream...

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Soba Noodles With Mushrooms
AppetizersPastaSide dishes

Soba Noodles With Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 lb soba noodles ( buckwheat noodles)3 portabella mushrooms, parboiled for 3 minutes...

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Deviled Eggs gone eastern rim
AppetizersEggsLunch/snacks

Deviled Eggs gone eastern rim

Ingredients: 1 medium hardboiled egg1/8 teaspoon wasabi powder, moistened with1/8 teaspoon lime juice1 dash...

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S'mores Nachos
AppetizersDessertHealthy

S’mores Nachos

Ingredients: 8 rectangular graham crackers1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows3/4 cup milk chocolate chips Directions:...

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Fire and Ice Oysters with Horseradish Sauce
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Fire and Ice Oysters with Horseradish Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon finely...

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Apple Cheese Bites
AppetizersApplesLunch/snacks

Apple Cheese Bites

Ingredients: 4 ounces light cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons craisins ( or raisins)4 apples, cored...

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Cheese Crisps
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 6 corn tortillas1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese3 tablespoons diced green chilies1 tomatoes,...

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AppetizersPies and tartsSpreads

Raspberry Brie en Croute

Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed8 ounces brie cheese1/4 cup raspberry preserves1/4-1/2 cup...

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My Deviled Eggs (yummy)
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

My Deviled Eggs (yummy)

Ingredients: 6 eggs, hard cooked,halved1/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon mustard ( I combine dijon and...

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Wrapped Asparagus - Cheese
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Wrapped Asparagus – Cheese

Ingredients: 20 fresh asparagus spears10 slices cheese ( flexible type like Havarti or Muenster)...

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AppetizersMeatPork

Kelly’s Pot Stickers

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground lean pork1 cup cabbage ( finely chopped)3 green onions (...

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Wasabi Shrimp on Rice Crackers
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Wasabi Shrimp on Rice Crackers

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature2 -3 teaspoons wasabi1 lb shrimp, cookedchopped scallions1...

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