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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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White Bean Bruschetta
AppetizersBeansItalian

White Bean Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 cup cannellini beans, cooked ( white)2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons...

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Light Jalapeno Poppers
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Light Jalapeno Poppers

Ingredients: 5 dashes olive oil flavored cooking spray ( 5 one second sprays)2 ounces...

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Simply Fruit
AppetizersDessertFruit

Simply Fruit

Ingredients: 2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sliced ( or a small can of...

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Nachos in a bowl
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Nachos in a bowl

Ingredients: 10 -12 potato chips ( I like the rippled cheddar and sour cream,...

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Layered Ginger Chicken Dip
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Layered Ginger Chicken Dip

Ingredients: 1 cup water1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup catsup2 tablespoons rice...

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Cheese Quesadilla

Ingredients: 2 soft taco-size flour tortillas1/4 cup shredded cheese, any kind2 teaspoons butter or...

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Hanky Panky
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Hanky Panky

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 lb hot pork sausage1 small onions, finely diced1 (16...

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Creole Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsSide dishes

Creole Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 16 large hard-boiled eggs1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon lemon juice5 drops hot sauce1/4 teaspoon...

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Deluxe Nachos
AppetizersBeansLunch/snacks

Deluxe Nachos

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans black beans, drained1 (9 ounce) bags tortilla chips1 (15...

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Tomatoes With Basil and Creme Fraiche
AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Tomatoes With Basil and Creme Fraiche

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter4 large tomatoes1/4 cup basil leaves, chopped7 ounces creme fraiche (...

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Bacon Biscuit Balls
AppetizersMeatVegetables

Bacon Biscuit Balls

Ingredients: 1 lb bacon4 tablespoons chopped green peppers3 tablespoons chopped fresh mushrooms1 1/2 cups...

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Avocado With Spicy Crabmeat
AppetizersCrabTropical fruits

Avocado With Spicy Crabmeat

Ingredients: 1 (170 g) cans crabmeat, drained1 green onions, end trimmed and finely chopped1...

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11th Hour Spinach Caesar Salad
< 30 minsAppetizersSalads

11th Hour Spinach Caesar Salad

Ingredients: 6 slices bacon1/4 cup Miracle Whip light1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise6 anchovy fillets4 garlic...

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Asian Latkes with Gingered Sour Cream
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Asian Latkes with Gingered Sour Cream

Ingredients: 4 potatoes ( 2 1/4 lbs)1/4 cup coarsely chopped cashews1/4 cup flour2 tablespoons...

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Coconut-Crusted Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Coconut-Crusted Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 0.5 (10 ounce) packages tempura mix0.5 (12 ounce) cans beer1 3/4 cups flaked...

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Acorn Squash With Cracker Stuffing
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Acorn Squash With Cracker Stuffing

Ingredients: 4 acorn squash ( halved)1 cup melted butter14 ounces crumbled Ritz crackers1 cup...

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French Tomato Mustard Pie
AppetizersLunch/snacksSavory pies

French Tomato Mustard Pie

Ingredients: 1 pie crusts4 ounces French mustard4 ounces swiss cheese, grated6 sliced tomatoes1 teaspoon...

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Down East Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Down East Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh-picked maine crabmeat ( or any other fresh crabmeat)3 cups unseasoned...

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Taco Party Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Taco Party Wings

Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken wings, thawed if frozen1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning...

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Nutty Carrot Sandwich
AppetizersCarrotsSpreads

Nutty Carrot Sandwich

Ingredients: 3 large carrots, coarsely shredded2/3 cup pecans, ground1 garlic cloves, minced4 stuffed green...

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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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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Roasted and Spiced Chickpeas

Ingredients: 1 (400 g) cans chickpeas2 tablespoons olive oil2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon ground...

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Lemon Basil Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Lemon Basil Shrimp

Ingredients: 12 -18 large tiger shrimp, peeled and de-veined ( I leave the tail...

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Smoked Salmon Muffins With Herb Cheese
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Smoked Salmon Muffins With Herb Cheese

Ingredients: 3 ounces cream cheese ( plain)1/4 cup green onions, minced1/4 cup fresh parsley,...

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Cocktail Nuts
AppetizersFruitLunch/snacks

Cocktail Nuts

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 dash hot pepper sauce1...

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Tomato and Artichoke Torte
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Tomato and Artichoke Torte

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon olive oil4 large frozen artichoke hearts1 cup chicken...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSauces

Party Pan Nachos

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil2 large onions, chopped1 green peppers, chopped1 teaspoon chili powder2...

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Picante Cranberry Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Picante Cranberry Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup ketchup1/3 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons soy sauce2...

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Rajas Con Crema
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Rajas Con Crema

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons butter4 -6 poblano chiles, peeled and...

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Cranberry Chipotle Spread
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Cranberry Chipotle Spread

Ingredients: 1 cup fresh cranberries2 teaspoons orange rind, freshly grated1/2 cup pecans or 1/2...

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Roasted Edamame
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Roasted Edamame

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil1/4 teaspoon dried basil, crushed1/2...

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Baked Brie With Blueberry Chutney
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Baked Brie With Blueberry Chutney

Ingredients: 1 cup blueberries ( fresh or frozen)2 tablespoons finely chopped onions ( or...

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Seafood Lettuce Rolls

Ingredients: 1 head boston lettuce or 1 head lettuce1 (7 1/2 ounce) cans salmon1...

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The Best Fried Ravioli
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

The Best Fried Ravioli

Ingredients: olive oil, for frying1 cup buttermilk2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs1 (24 count) boxes...

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Ham Roll-ups
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Ham Roll-ups

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened6 stuffed olives, chopped1 tablespoon mayonnaise4 slices...

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Celery Boats
AppetizersSaltwater fishTuna

Celery Boats

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained1/4 cup pimento stuffed olives, chopped2 tablespoons onions,...

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Blue Ribbon Beef Nachos
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Blue Ribbon Beef Nachos

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 small onions, chopped1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1 (16...

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Garlic Ginger Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Garlic Ginger Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1/4 cup sherry wine ( or chicken broth)1/4 cup soy sauce4 garlic cloves,...

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Cold Cucumber Soup
AppetizersLimeSoups & stews

Cold Cucumber Soup

Ingredients: 1 medium vidalia onions, diced1 clove garlic, minced1 tablespoon olive oil3 cucumbers, peeled,diced2...

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Beef and Cheese Wraps

Ingredients: 4 10-inch flour tortillas1 (8 ounce) cartons chive & onion cream cheese1 cup...

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Shrimp Deviled  Eggs
AppetizersEggsShrimp

Shrimp Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs4 ounces cleaned cooked small shrimp1 tablespoon mayonnaise or 1 tablespoon...

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Shrimp Nachos (Baja 'derves)
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Nachos (Baja ‘derves)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans diced green chili...

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Super Spinach Pesto
AppetizersEuropeanVegetables

Super Spinach Pesto

Ingredients: 3 cups spinach1 garlic cloves ( a big one)1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons...

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Easy and Good Teriyaki Chicken Drumettes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Easy and Good Teriyaki Chicken Drumettes

Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup dry sherryblack pepper (optional)70 chicken drummettes1 1/3 cups...

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Shrimp Teriyaki Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp Teriyaki Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, shelled and deveined ( I used 21-25 per pound)1/3...

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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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Smoked Salmon Asparagus Pinwheels (Party Sandwiches)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Smoked Salmon Asparagus Pinwheels (Party Sandwiches)

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/4 cup mayonnaise6 slices soft sandwich bread...

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Sauteed Scallops with Mustard
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Sauteed Scallops with Mustard

Ingredients: 12 big scallops2 tablespoons olive oil6 tablespoons whipping cream6 ounces spinach leaves (...

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Mifgash Mushrooms
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Mifgash Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil, for frying1 large onions, coarsely chopped1 can button mushrooms, rinsed1...

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Biscuit Ham Bites
AppetizersLow carbLunch/snacks

Biscuit Ham Bites

Ingredients: 10 slices ham ( very thin slices)6 ounces swiss cheese ( 10 1/2-inch...

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Cajun Jalapeno Poppers
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Cajun Jalapeno Poppers

Ingredients: 18 fresh fresh jalapeno peppers6 ounces cream cheese3 ounces of shredded cheese (...

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Cilantro Pesto Grilled Shrimp
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cilantro Pesto Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled,deveined,tails left on ( about 36)3 cups loosely...

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Ricotta Pie
AppetizersMeatPork

Ricotta Pie

Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) containers ricotta cheese1 lb mozzarella cheese ( shredded)1 cup parmesan...

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Honey Dijon Mustard Curry Chicken Nibbles
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Honey Dijon Mustard Curry Chicken Nibbles

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/2 kg) packages frozen chicken nibbles, thawed1/2 cup liquid honey1/4 cup...

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Fromage Fort ( Strong Cheese)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Fromage Fort ( Strong Cheese)

Ingredients: 1 lb cheese, at room temperature1/4 cup dry white wine ( or more,...

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AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Easy Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs2 slices crisply cooked bacon, crumbled1/3 cup kraft thousand island dressing...

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Fig Nut Chicken Roll-ups
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Fig Nut Chicken Roll-ups

Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely chopped red apples or 1/2 cup finely chopped green apples1/4...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Smoked Mackerel Pate

Ingredients: 10 ounces smoked mackerel4 ounces ricotta cheese4 tablespoons sour cream1 -2 tablespoon lemon...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Pickled Hot Peppers

Ingredients: 4 cups white vinegar1 cup water1 cup olive oil ( extra virgin not...

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Cheesy English Muffin Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cheesy English Muffin Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (4 1/4 ounce) cans chopped ripe olives1/2 cup green onions, tops included1...

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