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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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Easy Shrimp Pate
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Easy Shrimp Pate

Ingredients: 8 1/2 ounces cooked shrimp, shelled & deveined1 1/2 ounces butter2 ounces light...

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Mustard Cheese Toasties
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Mustard Cheese Toasties

Ingredients: 8 slices French bread4 tablespoons mustard ( I like Colman’s English mustard)4 ounces...

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Pink Cloud Salad
AppetizersDessertSalads

Pink Cloud Salad

Ingredients: 1 (20 ounce) cans crushed pineapple1 (3 ounce) packages cherry Jell-O1/2 cup cold...

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Leftover Mashed Potato Roll Ups
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Leftover Mashed Potato Roll Ups

Ingredients: 2 -4 cups of leftover mashed potatoesseasoning saltchivessaltpepper Directions: Let your leftover mashed...

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Whiskey Sour
AppetizersLow proteinNorth american

Whiskey Sour

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons kentucky Bourbon1/2 lemons, juice of1 tablespoon sugar, boiled and cooled with...

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Beef Satays With Asian Dipping Sauce
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Beef Satays With Asian Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1 boneless beef top sirloin steaks, 1 inch thick, trimmed1/2 cup rice vinegar1/2...

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Smoked Salmon Mousse
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Smoked Salmon Mousse

Ingredients: 1/4 ounce unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1/2 cup boiling water1/2 cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise1...

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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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Three Cheese Pinwheels
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Three Cheese Pinwheels

Ingredients: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or 1/4 cup monterey...

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Flybanes ( Muchomorki)
AppetizersGarnishesSalads

Flybanes ( Muchomorki)

Ingredients: 8 hardboiled egg, shelled4 small tomatoes, halved lengthwisesalt and peppermayonnaiselettuce Directions: Cut ends...

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Boneless Buffalo Bites
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Boneless Buffalo Bites

Ingredients: 3 chicken breastsflour ( to toss)cayenne peppersalt1/3 cup butter1/2 cup Frank’s red hot...

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Uncle Bill's Salmon Nuggets
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Uncle Bill’s Salmon Nuggets

Ingredients: 1 (7 1/2 ounce) cans of pacific sockeye salmon1/4 cup chopped green onions1...

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Sweet 'n' Sticky Chicken Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Sweet ‘n’ Sticky Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 12 chicken wings2 tablespoons whole grain mustard1 tablespoon honey1 large lemons2 cloves garlic,...

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Baked Sweet Potato Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Baked Sweet Potato Chips

Ingredients: 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8 inch thick slices1 1/2...

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AppetizersBeansSpreads

White Bean Hummus

Ingredients: 4 cloves garlic2 (15 ounce) cans white kidney beans, rinsed and drained4 tablespoons...

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Beef Pate
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Beef Pate

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked lean ground beef ( cubed)8 ounces fat free cream...

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Sardine Fritters from Molto Mario
AppetizersSaltwater fishSide dishes

Sardine Fritters from Molto Mario

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans sardines, chopped ( oil-packed)2 large eggs2 garlic cloves, finely...

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AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Carrabba’s Italian Butter Clone

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter, melted1 pinch oregano, fresh if possible1 pinch basil, fresh if...

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Cheese Wafers
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cheese Wafers

Ingredients: 2 cups flour2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground ginger2/3 cup shortening2 cups sharp cheddar...

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Calypso Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Calypso Shrimp

Ingredients: 24 large shrimp4 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon fresh ginger1 teaspoon chopped garlic3/4 tablespoon curry...

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Spicy Low fat
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Spicy Low fat, New Potatoes

Ingredients: 7 -8 small red potatoesgarlic powderred chili powderMrs. Dash seasoning mix2 tablespoons olive...

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Appetizer Pie
AppetizersBeefSpreads

Appetizer Pie

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese2 tablespoons milk2 1/2 ounces dried beef, finely chopped2 tablespoons...

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Cinnamon Won-Ton Crisps Microwave
AppetizersLow fatLunch/snacks

Cinnamon Won-Ton Crisps Microwave

Ingredients: 12 wonton wrappers1/4 teaspoon cinnamon sugar1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves1/8 teaspoon garlic powdercooking spray...

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Kelly's Fried Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodSouthern u.s.

Kelly’s Fried Oysters

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers select raw oysters1 beaten eggs1 cup finely crushed Chicken...

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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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Tomatoes Stuffed With Chicken Chipotle Salad
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Tomatoes Stuffed With Chicken Chipotle Salad

Ingredients: 1 large tomatoes, seeded and core removed,drained upside down on a paper towel12...

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Kalamata Olive Pesto
AppetizersSaucesSpreads

Kalamata Olive Pesto

Ingredients: 1/2 cup kalamata olives, minced4 cloves garlic2 cups fresh basil, packed3 tablespoons extra...

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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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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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Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs cooked peeled deveined medium shrimp, about 60,thawed if frozen1/2 cup...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Caribbean Coconut Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined3/4 cup flour1 eggs1/2 tablespoon baking powder1/2 cup...

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Sesame Pecan Chicken Tenders with Apricot Dipping Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Sesame Pecan Chicken Tenders with Apricot Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 2 egg whites1/3 cup sesame seeds3 tablespoons finely chopped pecansvegetable oil ( for...

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Cucumber Pita Wedges
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Cucumber Pita Wedges

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing mix4 whole...

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AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Bay Head Cream Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheesegarlic powdercurry powderChinese duck sauce Directions: Soften cheese and add...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Dill Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sour cream1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons chopped...

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Shrimp Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Shrimp Quesadillas

Ingredients: 8 flour tortillas ( 8-10″ in dia)2 cups shredded monterey jack pepper cheese1...

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No-Fuss Taquitos
AppetizersBeefMain dish

No-Fuss Taquitos

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) cans libby’s roast beef in gravy or 1 lb leftover...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Indian Snack Mix

Ingredients: 2 cups Corn Chex2 cups shredded wheat cereal, crushed3 cups Rice Krispies1 (12...

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Smoked Salmon (Lox) Canapes
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Smoked Salmon (Lox) Canapes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened1/2 cup smoked salmon, chopped ( lox)2 tablespoons fresh...

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Mediterranean Tuna Salad on Grilled Tomato Herb Bread
AppetizersMain dishTuna

Mediterranean Tuna Salad on Grilled Tomato Herb Bread

Ingredients: 1 cup fresh tomatoes, finely chopped1/2 cup olive oil1 tablespoon lemon juice2 1/2...

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Super Shrimp and Garlic Bruschetta
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Super Shrimp and Garlic Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil ( or spray a small skillet with olive oil)6...

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Stromboli Appetizers for a Crowd
AppetizersLunch/snacksPork

Stromboli Appetizers for a Crowd

Ingredients: 4 loaves frozen bread dough, thawed ( 1lb)1/2 lb deli salami, thinly sliced1/2...

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Baked Brie with Macadamia Nuts
AppetizersCheeseGrains

Baked Brie with Macadamia Nuts

Ingredients: 2 (4 1/2 ounce) rounds brie cheese1 tablespoon flour1 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2...

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AppetizersPineappleSpreads

Chattanooga Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained6 slices bacon, crumbled2 (8...

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Nolan's Nachos
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Nolan’s Nachos

Ingredients: 12 corn tortillasoil ( for frying)4 ounces cheddar cheese4 ounces monterey jack cheese1...

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Ham and Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Ham and Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons dry onion...

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AppetizersChocolateLow sodium

Grinch Poop

Ingredients: 1/4 cup M&M’s plain chocolate candy ( use the green ones)ziploc bags Directions:...

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Spicy Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Spicy Onion Rings

Ingredients: vegetable oil ( for frying)1 large vidalia onions2 cups any brand complete pancake...

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Sauteed Corn Cakes
AppetizersCornSide dishes

Sauteed Corn Cakes

Ingredients: 4 ears fresh sweet corn, remove kernels from cob1 small red onions, finely...

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Mock Pierogi
AppetizersPastaSide dishes

Mock Pierogi

Ingredients: 42 wonton skins ( 42)2 large baking potatoes, peeled and cubed1/2 cup cheddar...

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Red Lobster Ultimate Fondue
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Red Lobster Ultimate Fondue

Ingredients: 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed1 cup swiss cheese, grated1 (10 1/2 ounce) cans...

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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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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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AppetizersSaucesSpreads

Easy Tomato Chutney with a Kick

Ingredients: 2 lbs tomatoes, chopped2 red peppers, diced1 cup red wine vinegar1 1/2 cups...

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Hue Chicken Salad Ga Bop
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Hue Chicken Salad Ga Bop

Ingredients: 1/2 whole broiler-fryer chickens, thigh and leg scored for faster cooking4 garlic cloves1...

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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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Simply Fruit
AppetizersDessertFruit

Simply Fruit

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

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Lazy Mom's Focaccia
AppetizersBreadsItalian

Lazy Mom’s Focaccia

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil, plusextra olive oil, to grease pan1 (10 ounce) packages...

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Mini-ham Puffs
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mini-ham Puffs

Ingredients: 1 (2 1/2 ounce) packages processed ham, chopped1 small onions, chopped ( about...

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Crescent Mushroom Turnovers
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Crescent Mushroom Turnovers

Ingredients: 1/4 lb fresh mushrooms, coarsley chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons minced onions3...

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