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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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Zucchini Boats With Ricotta and Basil
AppetizersLow sodiumSide dishes

Zucchini Boats With Ricotta and Basil

Ingredients: 6 small zucchini ( about 1 1/2 pounds)1 cup ricotta cheese1 cup loosely...

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Aunt Juniors Crabmeat and Cheese Triangles
AppetizersNorth americanSeafood

Aunt Juniors Crabmeat and Cheese Triangles

Ingredients: 1/2 cup of melted butter1 1/2 teaspoons Hellmann’s mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon onion powder8 ounces...

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Old Kentucky Beer Cheese
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Old Kentucky Beer Cheese

Ingredients: 2 lbs sharp cheddar cheese, at room temperature2 garlic cloves, mashed3 tablespoons Worcestershire...

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Spicy Mozzarella Beef Dip
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Spicy Mozzarella Beef Dip

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef2 (1 1/4 ounce) packets taco seasoning ( extra...

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Cheese Bacon Puffs
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Cheese Bacon Puffs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine1 1/2 cups all-purpose...

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Italian Portabella Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Italian Portabella Appetizer

Ingredients: 4 portabella mushrooms1 cup crumbled feta cheese4 tablespoons Italian breadcrumbscooking spray Directions: Preheat...

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Awesome Egg Rolls
AppetizersMain dishSide dishes

Awesome Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 package shredded cabbage ( angel hair if you can...

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Festive Tortilla Roll Ups
AppetizersSpreadsWinter

Festive Tortilla Roll Ups

Ingredients: 8 ounces light cream cheese 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 green onions,...

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Bruschetta With Gorgonzola Cheese and Honey
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Bruschetta With Gorgonzola Cheese and Honey

Ingredients: 1 baguette ( 1/2-inch thick slices)1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 garlic cloves8...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Quick Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 (6 inch) flour tortillas1/4 cup Mexican blend cheese, mix Directions: Preheat the...

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Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon

Ingredients: 6 -8 large tortillas16 ounces soften cream cheese1 cup prepared salsa1 cup shredded...

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Hors d'Asparagus
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Hors d’Asparagus

Ingredients: 2 loaves sandwich bread4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese,...

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Korean Spinach Soup
AppetizersGround beefSoups & stews

Korean Spinach Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh spinach1 green onions, sliced1 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon sesame oil1/2...

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Helen's Crab Stuffed Potatoes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Helen’s Crab Stuffed Potatoes

Ingredients: 6 baking potatoes1 lb backfin crab meat1 cup sour cream1/4 cup green peppers,...

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Pecorino With Honey
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Pecorino With Honey, Rosemary, and Walnuts

Ingredients: 2 rosemary sprigs1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons honey1 lb pecorino cheese,...

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Chocolate Toffee Cheese Ball
AppetizersChocolateDessert

Chocolate Toffee Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1/4 teaspoon vanilla3/4 cup powdered sugar2...

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Pureed Cranberry Soup
AppetizersFruitSoups & stews

Pureed Cranberry Soup

Ingredients: 3 cups cranberries, rinsed and stemmed ( fresh or frozen)5 cups cherry juice...

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My Favorite Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

My Favorite Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin seeds1/2 tablespoon butter1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Directions: Rinse the seeds...

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AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Apple Brickle Dip

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sugar1...

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Low Carb Quesadilla
AppetizersBreakfastCheese

Low Carb Quesadilla

Ingredients: 1 whole-wheat low-carb tortillas or 1 low-carb tortillas, wrap1/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese2...

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AppetizersEggs/dairyHigh calcium

Cheddar Crackers

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine1 1/2 cups unbleached flour, Sifted1/2 teaspoon...

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Sweet Potato Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishYam/sweet potato

Sweet Potato Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions2 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons vegetable oil4 cups...

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Guacamole Pronto!
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Guacamole Pronto!

Ingredients: 1 avocados1/4 cup picante sauce ( we use Pace medium)salt and pepper Directions:...

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Cucumber Slices With Salmon Mousse
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Cucumber Slices With Salmon Mousse

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon whipping cream2 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 teaspoon fresh lime juice1 shallots,...

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Mirj's Faux Crab Salad
AppetizersCrabSalads

Mirj’s Faux Crab Salad

Ingredients: 300 g imitation crabmeat ( I use Alaska pollack)1 bunch scallions, green part...

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AppetizersSoups & stewsVegetables

Wolfgang Puck’s No Cook Gazpacho

Ingredients: 10 roma tomatoes, cored and chopped1/2 red bell peppers, cored,seeded and chopped1 English...

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Kick-Off Nachos
AppetizersLow cholesterolLow protein

Kick-Off Nachos

Ingredients: 1 can cheddar cheese soup1/2 cup chunky salsa1 bag tortilla chips1 tomatoes, choppedgreen...

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Pinecone Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Pinecone Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (250 g) packages cream cheese, softened ( light works fine)2 cups shredded...

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Easy Gouda Wedges
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Easy Gouda Wedges

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages crescent rolls4 ounces round gouda cheese Directions: Seperate dough...

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Potato Cheese Croquettes With a  Chipotle Sauce
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potato Cheese Croquettes With a Chipotle Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb cool leftover mashed potatoes1 eggs, beaten3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated1...

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Crunchy Cheese Crisps
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Crunchy Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 1/4 cup potato chips, finely crushed1/4 cup cheddar cheese, finely shredded2 tablespoons all-purpose...

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Spicy Rice Meatballs
AppetizersLong Grain riceMain dish

Spicy Rice Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked long-grain rice ( I used brown)1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1 onions,...

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Baked Brie and Red Pepper Jelly Wrapped in Phyllo Pastry
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Baked Brie and Red Pepper Jelly Wrapped in Phyllo Pastry

Ingredients: 6 phyllo pastry sheets, thawed1/3 cup butter, melted3/4 lb brie round, chilled (...

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Coconut Shrimp With a Kick - Baked or Fried
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Coconut Shrimp With a Kick – Baked or Fried

Ingredients: 18 large shrimp, raw, peeled, deveined ( about 1 lb)1/3 cup cornstarch3/4 teaspoon...

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Poached Seafood in Lime Coconut Dressing
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Poached Seafood in Lime Coconut Dressing

Ingredients: 400 g mixed fresh seafood ( prawns, scallops, fish)500 ml chicken stock (...

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BBQ Thai Peppered Chicken
AppetizersLunch/snacksThai

BBQ Thai Peppered Chicken

Ingredients: 6 chicken thighs2 garlic cloves1 inch fresh ginger, minced fine2 teaspoons black peppercorns2...

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Happy Little Apricot Snacker
AppetizersFruitLunch/snacks

Happy Little Apricot Snacker

Ingredients: 2 apricots, freshcream cheese Directions: Cut apricots in half.Spread a dollop of cream...

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AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Spiced Lamb Triangles

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped1/4 teaspoon freshly ground...

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Guinness Battered Onion Rings
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Guinness Battered Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 lb onions, peeled and sliced into big fat rings4 ounces self-rising flour3/4...

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Florentine Frittata
AppetizersBreakfastOmelets and frittatas

Florentine Frittata

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons water1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4...

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The Other "shrimp Cocktail"
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

The Other “shrimp Cocktail”

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs shrimp, preferly the medium ones2 bottles Clamato juice, cocktail or...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

After The Gold Rush

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups whole kernel corn2/3 cup chopped tomatoes1/2 cup chopped green peppers1/4...

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AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Hearts of Palm Spread

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans hearts of palm3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated3 tablespoons green...

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Shrimp Fritters
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Fritters

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour1 1/2 cups chopped onions3 tablespoons chopped parsley2 tablespoons chopped...

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AppetizersEuropeanFrench

Escargot a La Bourguignonne

Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped2 shallots, minced well2 garlic cloves,...

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Mexican-Style Steamed Mussels
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Mexican-Style Steamed Mussels

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil4 cloves garlic, minced1 medium onions, finely chopped2 jalapeno peppers,...

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molded shrimp spread
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

molded shrimp spread

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans tomato soup8 ounces cream cheese1/2 cup finely chopped onions1/2...

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Easy Stromboli
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Easy Stromboli

Ingredients: 1 can prepared pizza crust1/3 cup pizza sauce1/2 lb thinly sliced cooked ham1...

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Gala Salsa
AppetizersTomatoesVegetables

Gala Salsa

Ingredients: 4 gallons crushed red pear tomatoes10 cups diced onions10 cups diced jalapenos3 tablespoons...

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Cilantro Seafood Ceviche
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cilantro Seafood Ceviche

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh or frozen uncooked shrimp, peeled1/2 lb fresh or frozen uncooked...

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Savory Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Savory Potato Skins

Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes, baked3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, melted1 -2...

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Assam Spicy Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Assam Spicy Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water2 lbs shrimp, headless1 tablespoon oyster sauce1/2 teaspoon hot chili...

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Italian Herb Dipping Oil
AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Italian Herb Dipping Oil

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon oregano1/2 teaspoon basil1/2 teaspoon rosemary1/2 teaspoon marjoram1/2 teaspoon...

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AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 excellent tomatoes4 teaspoons butter2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs1/2 cup parmesan...

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Mountain Raclette
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Mountain Raclette

Ingredients: 1/2 lb raclette cheese12 new potatoes3/4 lb cooked sausages, of your favorite variety1...

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AppetizersLow proteinVegetables

pickle o’s

Ingredients: 2 dill pickles, slicedonion ring batteroil ( for deep frying) Directions: dip pickles...

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Halloumi Mango Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Halloumi Mango Salad

Ingredients: 9 ounces halloumi cheese6 tablespoons seasoned flour7 ounces mixed salad greens1 ripe mangoes,...

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Best Ever and Most Popular Garlic Chips with Hummus
AmericanAppetizersBreads

Best Ever and Most Popular Garlic Chips with Hummus

Ingredients: 2 (7 ounce) packages of your favorite hummus ( different flavors)1 (20 ounce)...

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Gruyere Souffle
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Gruyere Souffle

Ingredients: 3/4 pint milk1 ounce butter1 1/2 teaspoons saltblack pepper1 pinch cayenne pepper6 ounces...

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Cheddar Cheese Cookies
AppetizersCookies and browniesDessert

Cheddar Cheese Cookies

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 1/4 cups flour1/2 cup butter, melted Directions:...

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