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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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Amazing Crab Stuffed Pasta Shells
AppetizersCrabShrimp

Amazing Crab Stuffed Pasta Shells

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese1 (8 ounce) packages baby shrimp2 cans crabmeat or 1...

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Cheese and Bell Pepper Stuffed Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Cheese and Bell Pepper Stuffed Potato Skins

Ingredients: 6 large hot baked russet potatoes ( about 3/4 pound each)4 tablespoons cayenne...

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Mushroom Torte
< 15 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mushroom Torte

Ingredients: 10 sheets phyllo pastry8 pints mushrooms, chopped1/2 tablespoon garlic2 tablespoons basil, choppedsaltto taste...

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Coconut Chicken Strips With Creamy Mango Chutney
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Coconut Chicken Strips With Creamy Mango Chutney

Ingredients: 2 large mangoes, peeled and diced1/2 teaspoon peeled minced fresh ginger1 seeded chopped...

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Warm Imported Olive Appetizer
AppetizersFruitPitted fruits

Warm Imported Olive Appetizer

Ingredients: 1/2 lb kalamata olives1/2 lb nicoise olivesextra virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced...

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Fire and Ice Oysters with Horseradish Sauce
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Fire and Ice Oysters with Horseradish Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons prepared horseradish1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon finely...

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Barbecued Lil' Smokies
AppetizersPorkSide dishes

Barbecued Lil’ Smokies

Ingredients: 150 count hillshire farms Little Smokies sausages1 (18 ounce) bottles barbecue sauce, your...

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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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Everything Spread
< 15 minsAppetizersSpreads

Everything Spread

Ingredients: 2 1/2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/2...

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AppetizersBreakfastSavory pies

Lower-Cal Buttermilk Bacon Spinach Quiche

Ingredients: 1 cup low-fat buttermilk1 cup light cream or 1 cup half & half...

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Parmesan Potato Bites
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Parmesan Potato Bites

Ingredients: 12 small round red potatoes, about a pound1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil3/4 cup...

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Shrimp Salsa
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Shrimp Salsa

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs cooked baby shrimp1 (24 ounce) jars salsa ( mild to...

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Baked Vidalia Onions
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Baked Vidalia Onions

Ingredients: 4 large vidalia onions1/4 cup butter, cut into pieces1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon fresh...

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Oven Fried Green Tomatoes
AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Oven Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cornmeal1 eggs1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 tablespoon water3...

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Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms

Ingredients: 4 portabella mushrooms1/4 cup olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1/2-2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese1...

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Chicken Mushroom Quesadilla
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Chicken Mushroom Quesadilla

Ingredients: 10 count flour tortillas1 -2 chicken breasts ( cooked and shredded)4 ounces chopped...

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Bleu Cheese Crescent Spirals
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Bleu Cheese Crescent Spirals

Ingredients: 1/4 cup pecans, toasted8 ounces cream cheese4 tablespoons blue cheese1 tablespoon milk, as...

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Patatokeftedes (Potato Croquettes)
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Patatokeftedes (Potato Croquettes)

Ingredients: 2 lbs cooked peeled potatoes ( I nuke them)1 eggs4 green onions, sliced...

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Cucumber Spread
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Cucumber Spread

Ingredients: 1 cucumbers1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1/8 cup sour cream1 small lemons, juice...

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AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Samosa filling – spicy potato

Ingredients: 3 lbs boiling potatoes ( 4-5 potatoes)1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon red chili...

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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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Spicy Beef Skewers
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Spicy Beef Skewers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 medium onions4 garlic cloves, crushed2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon dried...

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Breaded Chicken Fingers
AppetizersLow carbMain dish

Breaded Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 6 chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch strips ( or chicken tenders)1 eggs,...

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Ultimate Pepper Poppers
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

Ultimate Pepper Poppers

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese ( 4oz.)1...

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Pizzettes With Gorgonzola
< 30 minsAppetizersTime to make

Pizzettes With Gorgonzola, Tomato and Basil

Ingredients: 12 ounces pizza dough5 ounces gorgonzola, crumbled5 ounces cherry tomatoes, quartered1 tablespoon extra...

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Yellow or Zucchini Squash Boats or Stuff That Zuke
AppetizersCasserolesMain dish

Yellow or Zucchini Squash Boats or Stuff That Zuke

Ingredients: 2 medium yellow squash ( or Zukes if you prefer)1 onions, diced2 garlic...

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Mini Pepperoni Frittatas
AppetizersBreakfastOmelets and frittatas

Mini Pepperoni Frittatas

Ingredients: 4 large plum tomatoes9 eggs1/2 cup milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3/4 cup shredded...

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Herbed Chicken with Boursin Pizza
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Herbed Chicken with Boursin Pizza

Ingredients: cornmeal pizza crust or new york-style pizza crust1/4 cup dry white wine1 tablespoon...

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Vegetable Pakora
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Vegetable Pakora

Ingredients: 1 cup chickpea flour ( besan)2 tablespoons oil1 teaspoon ground cumin1 1/2 teaspoons...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksPork

Crispy Wontons

Ingredients: 6 ounces ground pork4 water chestnuts, chopped1 ounce green onions, chopped ( with...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Steamed Pork Wontons

Ingredients: 1/3 cup canned bamboo shoots, drained8 ounces pork loin ( with fatback or...

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Mar Far Chicken
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Mar Far Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup soy sauce5 ounces fermented bean curd1 teaspoon ginger1 teaspoon...

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Feta Cheese in Olive Oil
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Feta Cheese in Olive Oil

Ingredients: 14 ounces feta cheese3 green onions3 cloves garlic1 teaspoon mixed herbs ( i.e...

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Arugula (Rocket) and Goat Cheese Tartine
AppetizersBreakfastCheese

Arugula (Rocket) and Goat Cheese Tartine

Ingredients: 6 slices good country white bread, crusts removed and toasted4 ounces goat cheese4...

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Raw Slaw
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Raw Slaw, Avocado Cups

Ingredients: 12 baby carrots1 green apples1/4-1/2 cup onions ( depending on taste)1/2 cup packed...

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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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Texas Cowboy Caviar
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Texas Cowboy Caviar

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1 (16 ounce) cans white...

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Spicy Chicken Pastries
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Spicy Chicken Pastries

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups shortening4 cups flour, and a little more as needed2 teaspoons...

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Greek Biscuits
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Greek Biscuits

Ingredients: 2/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled1 tablespoon lemon juice2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill2 tablespoons...

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Minty Sweet and Sour Eggplant (Aubergine)
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Minty Sweet and Sour Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs eggplants6 -8 tablespoons peanut oil or 6 -8 tablespoons canola...

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Red-Red Bean Spread
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Red-Red Bean Spread

Ingredients: 2 red bell peppers ( see note in instructions)1 (15 ounce) cans kidney...

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Chorizo With Dates and Bacon
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

Chorizo With Dates and Bacon

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) chorizo sausage8 medjool dates, cut in half lengthways and pitted16...

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Baked Crab Dip (Like Simon and Seafort's Restaurant)
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Baked Crab Dip (Like Simon and Seafort’s Restaurant)

Ingredients: 2/3 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts, chopped1/2 cup lump crabmeat, frozen or...

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Dixie Crossroads Corn Fritters
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Dixie Crossroads Corn Fritters

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt4 tablespoons white sugar2 large...

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Harvest Tomato Tart
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Harvest Tomato Tart

Ingredients: 9 freshly harvested vine ripened tomatoes3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2...

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Cajun Tofu Slices
AppetizersBeansSoy/tofu

Cajun Tofu Slices

Ingredients: 1 (350 g) packages extra firm tofu, cut diagonally into triangles1 teaspoon roasted...

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Baked Garlic
AppetizersBreadsLow fat

Baked Garlic, Brie, and Bread

Ingredients: 3 -4 heads garlicolive oilthymebrie cheese, 4 ozFrench bread ( crusty) Directions: Preheat...

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Easy
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Easy, Elegant Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1/2 cup milk1/4 cup dry white wine1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon dry mustard1...

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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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Meatballs Deliziosa
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Meatballs Deliziosa

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 cup Ritz crackers or 1 cup sociables crackers2 eggs,...

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Cucumber Logs Filled With Black and Gold Hummus
AppetizersSaladsVegetables

Cucumber Logs Filled With Black and Gold Hummus

Ingredients: 2 cucumbers1 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon...

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Margarita Prawns
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Margarita Prawns

Ingredients: 1/4 cup tequila1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped2 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 tablespoons oil1...

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My Favorite Deviled Eggs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

My Favorite Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs, shelled4 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon Dijon mustardsalt & freshly ground black...

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Stuffed Artichoke Hearts
AppetizersGluten FreeLow carb

Stuffed Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans whole artichoke hearts, drained1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese,...

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AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Chinese Latkes with Tangy Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 2 medium potatoes3 green onions, finely chopped1 eggs1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch1 teaspoon salt2...

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Eggplant Stir-Fried with Pine Nuts
AppetizersMain dishSide dishes

Eggplant Stir-Fried with Pine Nuts

Ingredients: 1/3 cup cornstarch, plus1 teaspoon cornstarch, divided2 tablespoons flour8 ounces eggplants, peeled and...

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Mushroom Mozzarella Bruschetta
AppetizersBreadsGrains

Mushroom Mozzarella Bruschetta

Ingredients: Italian bread, cut in half lengthwise1 (10 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup1/4...

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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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Zucchini "Crab" Cakes
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Zucchini “Crab” Cakes

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups grated zucchini1 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine,...

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Crabmeat Appetizers
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crabmeat Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans lump crabmeat, drained1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese1 tablespoon...

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