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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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Frito Pie in the Bag
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Frito Pie in the Bag

Ingredients: 6 (1 1/4 ounce) individual servings sized bags Fritos corn chips 6 cups...

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AppetizersPineappleSalads

Mom’s Orange Souffle Salad

Ingredients: 1 (13 1/2 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits2 packages orange Jell-O1 cup hot orange...

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Another Simple Chicken Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Another Simple Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups chicken, cooked & chopped1/2 medium onions, chopped1/2 cup dill relish or...

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AppetizersSoups & stewsVegetables

Lynn’s Famous Gazpacho

Ingredients: 2 medium cucumbers, peeled & diced2 lbs ripe tomatoes, chopped ( 6 large)1/2...

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Ross Burden's Asian Stuffed Cabbage Leaves
AppetizersMain dishSide dishes

Ross Burden’s Asian Stuffed Cabbage Leaves

Ingredients: 4 pointed cabbage leaves140 g long grain rice, cooked30 g fresh coriander1/2 red...

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Chex Caramel Corn
AppetizersDessertKid Friendly

Chex Caramel Corn

Ingredients: 4 1/2 cups Corn Chex or 4 1/2 cups Rice Chex4 cups popped...

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Long John Silvers Hush Puppies
< 15 minsAppetizersBreads

Long John Silvers Hush Puppies

Ingredients: 1/4 cup milk 1 eggs 1/2 cup cornmeal 1/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon...

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Lil Smokie Wraps
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Lil Smokie Wraps

Ingredients: 1 lb Little Smokies sausages1 lb bacon1/8 cup Splenda granular, sugar substitute Directions:...

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Cold Cucumber Soup
AppetizersLimeSoups & stews

Cold Cucumber Soup

Ingredients: 1 medium vidalia onions, diced1 clove garlic, minced1 tablespoon olive oil3 cucumbers, peeled,diced2...

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World's Best Fried Zucchini
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

World’s Best Fried Zucchini

Ingredients: 1 large zucchini ( 1/4-inch slices)2 eggs1/2 cup milk1 cup floursalt and pepper,...

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Mexican Plateau
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

Mexican Plateau

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese3 tablespoons sour cream1 1/2 cups salsa1 tomatoes, coarsely chopped1...

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Halloween Spooky Spider Snacks (Fun for the Kids to Make)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Halloween Spooky Spider Snacks (Fun for the Kids to Make)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, plus1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter48 butter flavored crackers...

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Crab Backs
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Crab Backs

Ingredients: 500 g fresh crabmeat or 3 (170 g) cans crabmeat4 tablespoons butter1 large...

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Creamy Summer Egg Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Creamy Summer Egg Spread

Ingredients: 4 eggs1/4 cup cream cheese ( may use fat free)1 tablespoon zesty Italian...

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Easy Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Easy Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, flaked1 eggs, beaten1 cup cracker crumbs1 teaspoon dry mustard1 teaspoon...

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Veggie Rice
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Veggie Rice

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups water2 1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon ( 2 1/2 cubes)1 cup...

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Hot Crab Meat Dip
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Hot Crab Meat Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese7 ounces crabmeat2 tablespoons chopped onions1/2 teaspoon creamed horseradish1/4 teaspoon...

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Baked Brie Pastries With Artichoke and Prosciutto
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Baked Brie Pastries With Artichoke and Prosciutto

Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry, cut into 9 squares ( 8 ounces, 1/2 package...

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Golabki - Polish Stuffed Cabbage
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Golabki – Polish Stuffed Cabbage

Ingredients: 1 -2 head cabbage2 slices stale bread3/4 lb ground beef1 onions, minced2 tablespoons...

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Honey Cinnamon Butter
AppetizersBreakfastSpreads

Honey Cinnamon Butter

Ingredients: 1 cup butter1/2 cup honey1 teaspoon cinnamon Directions: Combine all ingredients in a...

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Seafood Gazpacho
AppetizersShrimpSoups & stews

Seafood Gazpacho

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs3 cloves garlic, minced1 cucumbers, peeled,seeded and diced2 sweet red...

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My Neptune Spread
AppetizersCrabSpreads

My Neptune Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced1/2 teaspoon dried...

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Garlic Prawns
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Garlic Prawns

Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil3 cloves garlic, minced1 lb prawns or 1 lb shrimp,...

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Shaved Croutons
AppetizersGarnishesSalads

Shaved Croutons

Ingredients: 1/2 loaf italian whole wheat bread2 -3 tablespoons olive oilkosher saltfreshly cround black...

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Seven Fruit Salad
AppetizersDessertSalads

Seven Fruit Salad

Ingredients: 1/2 cup lime juice1/2 cup water1/2 cup sugar2 medium nectarines, thinly sliced1 large...

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Chicken Spiedino - Spiedies - Speedies
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Chicken Spiedino – Spiedies – Speedies

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts3 large red bell peppers2 large green...

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Giouvarlakia Avgolemono (Rice Meatballs in Egg-Lemon Sauce)
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Giouvarlakia Avgolemono (Rice Meatballs in Egg-Lemon Sauce)

Ingredients: 2 slices whole wheat bread ( crusts removed, soaked in milk & squeezed...

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Avocado Spread
AppetizersFruitSpreads

Avocado Spread

Ingredients: 1 avocados1 teaspoon minced onions1/2 teaspoon minced garlic2 tablespoons chili sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/8...

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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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Pan-Fried Fresh Salmon Cakes
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Pan-Fried Fresh Salmon Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs salmon fillets1 slice white bread, such as Pepperidge Farm, crusts...

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Malai Seekh Kebabs For Iftar
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Malai Seekh Kebabs For Iftar

Ingredients: 500 g finely minced mutton ( keema)1 cup onions, peeled,washed and finely chopped3...

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Balsamic Onion Tartlets
AppetizersEggs/dairyOnions

Balsamic Onion Tartlets

Ingredients: 15 miniature phyllo cups ( 1 package found in the freezer section of...

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Sausage 'n Hamburger Rounds
< 30 minsAppetizersMeat

Sausage ‘n Hamburger Rounds

Ingredients: 2 loaves miniature party rye rounds1 lb lean ground beef1 lb hot pork...

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Chipotle Appetizer Meatballs
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Chipotle Appetizer Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, chopped4 cloves garlic, chopped1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 cup tomato sauce2...

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Marinated Artichoke Hearts
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Shrimp, and Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 (14 ounce) cans tiny artichoke hearts, drained2 lbs cooked shrimp, peeled and...

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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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Crispy fried Tacos OR Tacos Dorados
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Crispy fried Tacos OR Tacos Dorados

Ingredients: 1 large tomatoes, roasted,peeled and chopped1 small onions, chopped fine1 clove garlic, minced1...

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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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Ultimate Reuben Dip
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Ultimate Reuben Dip

Ingredients: 1/4 lb shredded swiss cheese1/4 lb shredded mozzarella cheese16 ounces bavarian sauerkraut, drained1/2...

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Apple Cheddar Walnut Toasts
AppetizersApplesCheese

Apple Cheddar Walnut Toasts

Ingredients: 12 slices whole wheat french bread, thin slices ( narrow kind)1 tart apples,...

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Tuna Sandwich or Salad
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Tuna Sandwich or Salad

Ingredients: 1 can tuna in water1/2 stalk celery1 1/2 pickles ( garlic and dill...

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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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Baked Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Baked Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsalted butter1/4 cup dry red wine1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 -2...

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'better Than Sex' Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

‘better Than Sex’ Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese ( low fat or fat free can...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Roll
AppetizersOne Dish mealSavory pies

Eggplant (Aubergine) Roll

Ingredients: 2 lbs eggplants, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices1 lb ground beef1 medium...

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Marinated Fennel
AppetizersLow proteinSalads

Marinated Fennel

Ingredients: 1 lb fennel bulbs1 tablespoon lemon juicesalt & freshly ground black pepper1/3 cup...

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Savory Parmesan Bites
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Savory Parmesan Bites

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided2...

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Grilled Eggs
AppetizersEggsSide dishes

Grilled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 eggs1 cup sharp cheddar cheese1 cup sliced red peppers1 cup salsa1/2 cup...

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Tarator - Bulgarian Cold Cucumber Soup
AppetizersEggs/dairySoups & stews

Tarator – Bulgarian Cold Cucumber Soup

Ingredients: 2 cucumbers ( about 500 g or 1 lb)500 g plain yogurt (...

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AppetizersCrabShrimp

Seafood Hors D’oeuvres

Ingredients: 6 English muffins ( 12 halves)1/2-1 cup butter1 jar Kraft Old English cheese...

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Blue Cheese and Herb Bites
AppetizersEggs/dairyVegetarian

Blue Cheese and Herb Bites

Ingredients: 8 ounces crumbled blue cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour1/3...

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Amazing Stuffed Capsicum
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Amazing Stuffed Capsicum

Ingredients: 4 banana peppers4 slices bacon, chopped2 small chopped onions1 tablespoon minced garlic1/4 cup...

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Caesar Seafood Tacos
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Caesar Seafood Tacos

Ingredients: 16 ounces fresh cooked crabmeat ( or flaked imitation crabmeat)1/2 cup purchased creamy...

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Nacho Dip
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Nacho Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces cottage cheese8 ounces cream cheese, softened8 ounces salsa4 -5 green onions,...

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Marinated Lentil Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Marinated Lentil Salad

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1/4 cup red wine vinegar3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon...

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Zucchini and Feta Appetizer
AppetizersSquashVegetables

Zucchini and Feta Appetizer

Ingredients: 4 zucchini1 cup crumbled feta cheese8 tablespoons extra virgin olive oilsea salt (...

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Easy Taco Fries
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Easy Taco Fries

Ingredients: 2 -4 medium baking potatoes, cut into fries1 packet taco seasoning ( or...

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Southwestern Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Southwestern Onion Rings

Ingredients: 2 large sweet onions2 1/2 cups buttermilk2 eggs3 tablespoons water1 3/4 cups all-purpose...

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Shrimp (Camarones) Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp (Camarones) Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 cup chopped onions1 cup fresh corn kernels ( about 2...

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New Yorker Onion Sandwich
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

New Yorker Onion Sandwich

Ingredients: 4 slices brown bread ( or 2 slices if they are large)1 tablespoon...

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