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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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Chocolate Truffle Brownie Cups
AppetizersCookies and browniesDessert

Chocolate Truffle Brownie Cups

Ingredients: 1 (20 ounce) packages Betty Crocker fudge brownie mix1/4 cup water1/2 cup vegetable...

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Fruit and Cheese Sandwich Spread
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Fruit and Cheese Sandwich Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/4 cup apricot preserves1/4 cup orange marmalade1/4...

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Crunchy Meatballs with Mustard Sauce
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Crunchy Meatballs with Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/2 cup minced onions, more to...

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Roasted Red Bell Peppers
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Roasted Red Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 3 red peppers3 garlic cloves, sliced thin2 teaspoons olive oil2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1...

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Steamed Shrimp or Shrimp Cocktail
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Steamed Shrimp or Shrimp Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 lb large raw shrimp, deveined1/2 cup white vinegar1/2 cup water1 tablespoon Old...

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Praline-Crowned Brie
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Praline-Crowned Brie

Ingredients: 15 ounces round brie cheese1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup brown sugar1 tablespoon cognac...

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New Year's Eve Latkes
AppetizersMain dishPotatoes

New Year’s Eve Latkes

Ingredients: 6 -8 large potatoes, peeled1 teaspoon baking powder1 onions, finely gratedflour, as neededoil,...

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AppetizersBreadsSpreads

Italian olive oil dip

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil2 cloves garlic ( minced)1 tablespoon italian seasoning ( dried,in...

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AppetizersBeefMeat

Nippy Franks

Ingredients: 1/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup brown sugar1 dash Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup barbecue sauce2 tablespoons...

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Crab Rangoon Dip
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Crab Rangoon Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese2 tablespoons milk1/4 teaspoon garlic powder6 ounces imitation crabmeat1/4 cup...

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AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Quesadillas With Pico De Gallo

Ingredients: 4 large flour tortillas4 grilled chicken breasts, sliced into strips2 cups monterey jack...

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Camembert Fondue With Truffle Essence
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Camembert Fondue With Truffle Essence

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons minced shallots1/2 teaspoon unsalted butter1 cup heavy cream1 1/2 teaspoons truffle...

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Champagne Grape and Shrimp Salad Sandwiches
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Champagne Grape and Shrimp Salad Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 lb baby shrimp ( the smallest you can find!)1/4 lb champagne grapes...

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Beef
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Beef, Blue Cheese and Spinach Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1/3 cup cooked extra lean ground beef3 tablespoons taco sauce4 large burrito-size whole...

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Chicken With Zucchini and Roasted Pepper Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Chicken With Zucchini and Roasted Pepper Wraps

Ingredients: 4 tortillas2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon sugar1 garlic, minced...

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Mexican Fiesta Biscuit Bake
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mexican Fiesta Biscuit Bake

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons margarine1 (16 1/3 ounce) cans Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1 (10...

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Boursin Mushrooms
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Boursin Mushrooms

Ingredients: 16 ounces large button mushrooms1 package boursin cheese, garlic and herb flavored1 -1...

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Super Nachos
AppetizersGround beefSpreads

Super Nachos

Ingredients: 1 ripe avocados, peeled1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 cup finely chopped onions1/2 cup chopped...

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Puerto Rican Fried Meat Pies: Empanadas
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Puerto Rican Fried Meat Pies: Empanadas

Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 cup...

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Hot or Sweet Italian Easter Pie
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Hot or Sweet Italian Easter Pie

Ingredients: 1 pie crusts1 lb hot Italian sausage or 1 lb sweet Italian sausage,...

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Smoky Salmon Spread - Dip
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Smoky Salmon Spread – Dip

Ingredients: 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans alaska salmon ( boneless and skinless)2 (8 ounce)...

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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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Pineapple Cheese Ball (or Spread)
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

Pineapple Cheese Ball (or Spread)

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 (8 1/2 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained1...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Tato Boats

Ingredients: 10 medium potatoes4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, baked and cubed1 (12 ounce) packages...

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Tropical Prosciutto Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Tropical Prosciutto Bites

Ingredients: 1/4 lb thinly sliced prosciutto1 large mangoes or 1 large papayas, peeled, pitted...

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Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsSide dishes

Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish1 teaspoon pimientos, chopped fine1 teaspoon French...

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Grilled Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Grilled Oysters

Ingredients: 1 small onions, grated1/4 cup hoisin sauce3 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon hot pepper...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksOranges

Shannon’s Good for You Parfait

Ingredients: 3/4 cup slightly defrosted frozen unsweetened blueberries8 fresh strawberries, slicedartificial sweetener1 (6 ounce)...

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Pepper and Mango Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Pepper and Mango Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil1/4 red bell peppers, chopped1/4 green bell peppers, chopped1/4 yellow...

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Baked Brie with Caramelized Pecans
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Baked Brie with Caramelized Pecans

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages brie cheese ( with rind)1/4 cup sour cream2 tablespoons...

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Bresaola Al Carpaccio
AppetizersItalianLunch/snacks

Bresaola Al Carpaccio

Ingredients: 6 ounces italian bresaola, sliced paper-thin24 small prepared marinated mushrooms, coarsely chopped (...

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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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Healthy Vegetarian Samosas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Healthy Vegetarian Samosas

Ingredients: 1 1/2 medium white potatoes, diced300 g sweet potatoes, diced10 string beans1/2 red...

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AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Reuben Roll

Ingredients: 0.5 (17 1/4 ounce) packages frozen puff pastry, thawed1/2 cup thousand island dressing1/2...

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Platanutres (Plantain Chips)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Platanutres (Plantain Chips)

Ingredients: 4 green plantainsvegetable oilsalt Directions: Trim off both ends from each of the...

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Dad's Cheese Spread
AppetizersHigh calciumSpreads

Dad’s Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers wispride sharp cheddar cheese spread ( softened at room...

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Easy Nachos Deluxe Bake
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Easy Nachos Deluxe Bake

Ingredients: 150 g tortilla chips ( or more if desired)2 1/2 cups refried beans...

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Baltimore Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Baltimore Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 8 ounces crabmeat, shell pieces removed ( backfin recommended)1 large eggs1 teaspoon Worcestershire...

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oh so good crab salad stuffed tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

oh so good crab salad stuffed tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 large tomatoes, hollowed out1 lb white crab meat2 diced avocados3 jalapenos, seeded...

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Cream Filled Crescents
AppetizersDessertKid Friendly

Cream Filled Crescents

Ingredients: 4 ounces cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons honey1 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner...

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Saganaki (fried Cheese) Greek Style
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Saganaki (fried Cheese) Greek Style

Ingredients: 1 lb krinos kefalograviera cheese or 1 lb kasseri cheese or 1 lb...

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Ultimate Nachos
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Ultimate Nachos

Ingredients: 5 ounces corn tortilla chips2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded8 ounces sausage, cooked and...

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Cowboy Potato Rounds
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Cowboy Potato Rounds

Ingredients: 2 large baking potatoes, unpeeledno-stick vegetable oil cooking spray1/2-3/4 cup tex-mex cheese5 slices...

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Sesame Yam Sticks
AppetizersSide dishesYam/sweet potato

Sesame Yam Sticks

Ingredients: 2 large yams1/2 cup sesame seeds1 tablespoon corn or 1 tablespoon sesame oil...

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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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Grilled Tomato Bruschetta
AppetizersBreadsTomatoes

Grilled Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 loaf crusty bread, sliced into 10 slices2 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup olive...

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Low-Fat Fried Chicken Strips
AppetizersPoultrySpreads

Low-Fat Fried Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1/4 cup flour1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon...

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Cheeseburger Quesadillas
AppetizersBeefMeat

Cheeseburger Quesadillas

Ingredients: 6 soft flour tortillas1 lb lean ground beef1 cup swiss cheese, shredded1 cup...

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AppetizersDessertPies and tarts

SVESTKOVE KNEDLIKY (Plum Dumplings)

Ingredients: 2 eggs2 cups sifted flour ( , all-purpose)2 cups boiled potatoes, , riced1...

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Tofu and Shrimp With Hoisin Sauce
AppetizersShrimpSoy/tofu

Tofu and Shrimp With Hoisin Sauce

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce2 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons water2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground...

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Seafood or Chicken Puffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Seafood or Chicken Puffs

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup flour1 eggs1/4 cup swiss cheese, shredded2 cups chicken, cooked,fine...

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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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My Sister-In-Law's Fabulous Cheese Balls
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

My Sister-In-Law’s Fabulous Cheese Balls

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) Velveeta cheese, shredded2 (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup milk1/2...

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Pizza Wedges
AppetizersKid FriendlyLunch/snacks

Pizza Wedges

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil1 onions, chopped1 garlic cloves, crushed2 teaspoons paprika1/2 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon...

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Swiss Cheese Cranberry and Pineapple Spread
AppetizersPineappleSpreads

Swiss Cheese Cranberry and Pineapple Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces soft cream cheese with pineapple6 ounces swiss cheese, shredded1/2 cup dried...

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AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Uncle Charly’s Fish Cakes

Ingredients: 1 can salmon, drained3/4 cup mashed potatoes ( minced)2 tablespoons cream2 tablespoons minced...

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Popcorn With Rosemary Infused Oil
AppetizersGrainsPasta

Popcorn With Rosemary Infused Oil

Ingredients: 1 cup popcornsalt1 cup olive oil5 -6 sprigs fresh rosemary ( each about...

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Lumpia -  Simple and Easy
AppetizersPorkSide dishes

Lumpia – Simple and Easy

Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork ( very lean) 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 cup...

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Chicago Shrimp De Jonghe
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Chicago Shrimp De Jonghe

Ingredients: 2 lbs medium shrimp1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup dry sherry2 garlic cloves, minced2...

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Zucchini and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Zucchini and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 12 fresh mushrooms, 2-inch ( about 3/4 pound)3 cups zucchini, coarsely shredded1/4 cup...

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