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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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AppetizersBar cookiesCookies and brownies

Lemon Curd Squares

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup melted butter1 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon baking...

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Chinese Salt and Pepper Tofu
AppetizersSide dishesSoy/tofu

Chinese Salt and Pepper Tofu

Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon fresh ground black...

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Houston Junior League Candied Pecans
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Houston Junior League Candied Pecans

Ingredients: 1 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cinnamon1 large egg whites3 tablespoons Kahlua or...

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Chilled Tomato and Dill Soup
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Chilled Tomato and Dill Soup

Ingredients: 3 cups fresh tomatoes, peeled,seeded and coarsely chopped1 cup sour cream1/4 cup green...

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Marinated Portabella Mushrooms "pizzas"
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Marinated Portabella Mushrooms “pizzas”

Ingredients: 4 large portabella mushroom caps1/4 cup olive oil1/3 cup balsamic vinegar2 garlic cloves,...

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Turnip and Havarti Torte
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Turnip and Havarti Torte

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs large turnips, of similar size2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room...

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Peanut Butter Banana Rounds
AppetizersLow fatLow protein

Peanut Butter Banana Rounds

Ingredients: 1 slice breadpeanut butterbananas Directions: Crusts off the bread.Spread with Peanut butter.lay a...

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Ham Roll 'em Ups
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Ham Roll ’em Ups

Ingredients: 1 lb thinly sliced cooked ham3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened (...

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AppetizersAsianSide dishes

Raita with Love from India

Ingredients: 2 cups low-fat plain yogurt2 ripe tomatoes, finely diced1/2 cucumbers, grated1 medium onions,...

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Breaded Artichoke Hearts
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Breaded Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients: 1 can quartered artichoke hearts, drained1 eggs, beaten until frothy3/4 cup seasoned bread...

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Pizza Spread
< 60 minsAppetizersSpreads

Pizza Spread

Ingredients: 6 slices bacon1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans tomato soup2 medium onions, chopped fine1...

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Cream Crackers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cream Crackers

Ingredients: 2 cups cake flour1 teaspoon salt1 1/2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon baking powder2/3 cup...

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Firecracker Cheese Bread
AppetizersBreadsTex Mex

Firecracker Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) cans pizza dough1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans chopped green chilies...

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Crab Crostini
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Crab Crostini

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil2 teaspoons finely chopped shallots2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic1/2 cup...

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Curry Apple Tuna Salad
AppetizersSaladsSpreads

Curry Apple Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water1 green apples, cored...

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Polenta (Cornmeal) Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Polenta (Cornmeal) Chips

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic1/2 cup chicken stock250 g polenta ( cornmeal)4 cups cold watersalt100...

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Clean out Your Extra Cheese Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Clean out Your Extra Cheese Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 8 -16 ounces cheese, chunks ( any kind you’ve got in your fridge)garlic,...

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No Cook No Class Shrimp Dip
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

No Cook No Class Shrimp Dip

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) cans shrimp, chopped1 can water chestnuts, chopped ( whatever the...

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Italian Sausage Bread
< 4 hoursAppetizersBreads

Italian Sausage Bread

Ingredients: 8 ounces bulk Italian sausage ( we like the extra spicy one)1 cup...

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Raspberries and Blueberries With Honey Zabaglione
AppetizersBerriesBlueberries

Raspberries and Blueberries With Honey Zabaglione

Ingredients: 2 egg yolks1/2 cup honey1 cup muscat wine3/4 cup low-fat yogurt1/2 cup raspberries1/2...

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Panko Fried Oysters for Two
AppetizersMain dishShellfish

Panko Fried Oysters for Two

Ingredients: 8 ounces fresh select oysters1 large eggs, slightly beaten or 2 egg whites1...

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AppetizersAsianVegetables

Low Cal Vegetable Siew Mai

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons broccoli or 4 tablespoons cauliflower, chopped4 tablespoons carrots, boiled and chopped4...

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Tortellini Salad with Thai Dressing
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Tortellini Salad with Thai Dressing

Ingredients: 24 ounces tortellini, fresh or frozen1/2 red bell peppers, finely diced1/3 cup chopped...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Ham and cheese crescent snacks

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons...

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Grilled Cheddar and Tomato Sandwiches With Miso Spread
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Grilled Cheddar and Tomato Sandwiches With Miso Spread

Ingredients: 8 slices firm whole wheat bread ( each about 5×4 inches)4 tablespoons white...

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Cheese Straws
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cheese Straws

Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, softened1 lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated2 cups flour1 teaspoon salt1...

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Tofu Stuffed Zucchini
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Tofu Stuffed Zucchini

Ingredients: 4 zucchini1 small onions2 tomatoes, peeled2 tablespoons oil2 tablespoons flour8 ounces tofu, blended2...

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Crab Cakes With Green Onions
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Crab Cakes With Green Onions

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons mayonnaise ( I use light mayo)2 tablespoons minced green...

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Paradise Crab Dip Wontons
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Paradise Crab Dip Wontons

Ingredients: 1 (6 1/2 ounce) cans crabmeat, shells removed1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese,...

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Spicy Potato Wedges with Ranch
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Spicy Potato Wedges with Ranch

Ingredients: 1 potatoessalt, to tastepepper, to tastechili powder, to taste1 teaspoon vegetable oil2 tablespoons...

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Traditional Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Traditional Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled halved lengthwise1/4 cup mayonnaise, low-fat okay1 tablespoon prepared mustard1/2...

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Morris Family's Cheese Ball
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Morris Family’s Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (500 ml) containers sour cream1 (38 1/2 g) envelopes lipton’s French onion...

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Avocado Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Avocado Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 10 large hard-boiled eggs2 slices double-thick prosciutto ( cubed)2 ripe avocados1/2 small red...

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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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Wisconsin Fresh Mozzarella
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Wisconsin Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Salad

Ingredients: 2 large ripe tomatoes ( vine-ripened are best)8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons...

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Kale-Corn Fritters
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Kale-Corn Fritters

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1 cup yellow cornmeal1 teaspoon salt, to taste2 cups fresh corn...

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Cranberry-Orange Spread
AppetizersBreakfastSpreads

Cranberry-Orange Spread

Ingredients: 11 ounces cream cheese, softened1 (12 ounce) containers cranberry-orange sauce3/4 cup chopped pecans...

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Down South Chicken Fingers
AppetizersMeatPoultry

Down South Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 2 -3 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( cut into strips)2 eggsenough milk, to...

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Roasted Pears With Blue Cheese and Walnuts
AppetizersFruitPears

Roasted Pears With Blue Cheese and Walnuts

Ingredients: 4 pears, halved and coredextra virgin olive oil1/4 bunch fresh thymesalt & freshly...

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Cold Marinated Shrimp and Avocados
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Cold Marinated Shrimp and Avocados

Ingredients: 1 lb large peeled cooked shrimp ( use the frozen kind, thawed)2 medium...

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Coconut-Crab Cocktail
AppetizersCoconutCrab

Coconut-Crab Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 (13 1/2 ounce) unsweetened coconut milk1/4 cup fresh lime juice2 tablespoons habanero...

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Artichoke Tart
< 30 minsAppetizersLunch/snacks

Artichoke Tart

Ingredients: 8 pieces wonton wrappers1/4 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese4 ounces fat free cream...

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Australian Shrimp on the Barbie
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Australian Shrimp on the Barbie

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup minced fresh herbs, parsley and...

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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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Buffalo-Style Chicken Nachos Recipe
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Buffalo-Style Chicken Nachos Recipe

Ingredients: 2 cups diced cooked chicken1/3 cup hot sauce ( I use Franks Hot...

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Grilled Marinated Chicken Breasts
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Grilled Marinated Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: 4 thick boneless skinless chicken breasts1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black...

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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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Larb Gai - Spicy Thai Chicken Salad
AppetizersAsianThai

Larb Gai – Spicy Thai Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, minced in food processor ( do not...

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Easy French Onion Soup
< 60 minsAppetizersSoups & stews

Easy French Onion Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 cup margarine ( 1 stick)4 large onions, sliced,separated into rings ( use...

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Green Onion Pancakes
AppetizersChineseVegetables

Green Onion Pancakes

Ingredients: 1 large eggs2 teaspoons sesame oil8 egg roll wraps4 teaspoons sesame seeds1 cup...

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Rumaki
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Rumaki

Ingredients: 1 lb bacon ( maple flavor is great)30 water chestnuts ( about 2...

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Sweet Soy Wings
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Sweet Soy Wings

Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken wings1 cup soy sauce1 cup butter1 cup brown sugarsaltpeppergarlic powder...

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Sausage Wraps
< 30 minsAppetizersBreakfast

Sausage Wraps

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages sausage ( I like the mild)1 (8 ounce) packages...

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Mexican Cobb Salsa
AppetizersBeansSide dishes

Mexican Cobb Salsa

Ingredients: 1 green bell peppers, finely diced1 yellow bell peppers, finely diced1 orange bell...

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Hot-N-Spicy Artichoke Spread
AppetizersLow carbSpreads

Hot-N-Spicy Artichoke Spread

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour...

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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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Italian Cream Cheese Pinwheels
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Italian Cream Cheese Pinwheels

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese2 teaspoons italian...

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Black Bean Spareribs
AppetizersMain dishPork

Black Bean Spareribs

Ingredients: 4 lbs pork spareribs ( I like back ribs)1/2 cup black bean sauce1/4...

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Sweet Corn Cakes
AppetizersCornSide dishes

Sweet Corn Cakes

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh corn or 2 cups frozen corn ( if using frozen...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Roasted Garlic Bruschetta

Ingredients: 6 cloves garlicolive oil1 loaf French bread16 ounces cream cheese1 cup romano cheese,...

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