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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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Michele's Crab Spread
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Michele’s Crab Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 cup mayonnaise1 cup celery, finely chopped1 (10...

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Far East Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Far East Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh lump crabmeat, drained2 tablespoons finely chopped water chestnuts1 tablespoon soft...

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Green Beans with Red Onion and Olives
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Green Beans with Red Onion and Olives

Ingredients: 1/4 cup minced red onions2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste1 tablespoon...

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Asian Roll Lettuce Wrap Fun for the Entire Family!
AppetizersAsianMain dish

Asian Roll Lettuce Wrap Fun for the Entire Family!

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey1 tablespoon light soy sauce1 teaspoon minced garlic2 teaspoons minced...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Homemade Baked Potato Chips

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons grated low-fat parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 lb baking...

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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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Italian Hero Calzones
AppetizersLunch/snacksSavory pies

Italian Hero Calzones

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cornmeal1/4 cup snipped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil3 ounces thinly sliced...

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Easy Chili-Cheese Dip
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Easy Chili-Cheese Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces brick Velveeta Mexican cheese ( the small brick, any flavor would...

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Delicious Low Carb Goat Cheese Stuffed Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Delicious Low Carb Goat Cheese Stuffed Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb extra-large shrimp or 1 lb jumbo shrimp1 package herbed goat cheese1...

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AppetizersEggs/dairyLow carb

Avocado Stuffed Eggs

Ingredients: 1 dozen eggs2 medium ripe california avocados2 tablespoons onions, minced1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4...

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Crab Stuffed Mushrooms En Croute
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms En Croute

Ingredients: 1/2 cup boursin cheese ( herb flavored cheese, check out the recipe for...

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Baked Bloomin' Onion
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Baked Bloomin’ Onion

Ingredients: 2 large sweet onions1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground pepper1/2 teaspoon oregano1/4...

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Lamb Ribs
< 15 minsAppetizersMeat

Lamb Ribs

Ingredients: 2 racks lamb rib chops3/4 cup apricot jam3/4 cup ketchup1/4 teaspoon garlic powder...

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Dilly Cheese Pinwheels
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Dilly Cheese Pinwheels

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages crescent roll dough4 ounces cream cheese, softened to room...

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Seafood Cheese Melts
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Seafood Cheese Melts

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained ( or 7-3/4 can salmon or 6-1/2...

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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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AppetizersEggsLunch/snacks

Rochester Quiche

Ingredients: 1 deep dish pie shells, prebaked6 slices bacon1 cup sliced mushrooms1/2 cup onions,...

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Green Chile Cream Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Green Chile Cream Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages neufchatel cheese or 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese,...

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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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Crab Salad English Muffin Melt
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Crab Salad English Muffin Melt

Ingredients: 4 English muffins, halved1 lb crab salad1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded Directions: Spread...

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Tequila-Chili Spiked Vegetables
AppetizersTex MexVegetables

Tequila-Chili Spiked Vegetables

Ingredients: 24 radishes1 lb jicama8 carrots4 teaspoons fresh lime juice4 teaspoons tequila1 1/2 teaspoons...

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Beer Cheese Fondue
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Beer Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1 clove garlic3/4 cup beer8 ounces swiss cheese4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese1 dash...

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Strip T's
AppetizersPoultryTurkey

Strip T’s

Ingredients: 1/2 cup shredded coconut2 tablespoons sesame seeds1/2 cup unseasoned dry breadcrumbs1 1/2 lbs...

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AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Bacon-Glazed Onions

Ingredients: 2 large sweet onions, such as vidalia, cut in wedges8 slices thick hickory...

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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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String Cheese Sticks
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

String Cheese Sticks

Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups Bisquick baking mix2/3 cup milk8 sticks mozzarella string cheese1 tablespoon...

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Shrimp Kelaguen
AppetizersSaladsShrimp

Shrimp Kelaguen

Ingredients: 5 lbs shrimp ( shelless and headless)1 whole onions5 -6 stalks green onions1...

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Chinese Buffet Style Crab
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Chinese Buffet Style Crab

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages imitation crabmeat ( I like flake or chunk style,...

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Marinated Shrimp Appetizer
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Marinated Shrimp Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 green onions2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice2 tablespoons prepared horseradish2...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Moroccan Delight

Ingredients: 1/2 lb carrots2 cups orange juice1/3 cup lemon juice3/4 cup water1/2 cup sugar...

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Chinese Spring Rolls (Shanghai) Dim Sum
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Chinese Spring Rolls (Shanghai) Dim Sum

Ingredients: 1 cup unbleached flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs, beaten2 cups water, approximatelyvegetable oil1 tablespoon...

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Deviled Eyeball Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Deviled Eyeball Eggs

Ingredients: 12 hardboiled egg1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans deviled ham1/3 cup mayonnaise4 teaspoons prepared...

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Feta Bruschetta
AppetizersEggs/dairyTomatoes

Feta Bruschetta

Ingredients: 8 slices French bread, large2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic, coarsely...

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Garlic Shrimp with Chilies
AppetizersMain dishSalads

Garlic Shrimp with Chilies

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil28 large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined2 tablespoons coarsely chopped...

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Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil1 lb ground turkey2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped small1...

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AppetizersBreadsCheese

Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise1 cup grated parmesan cheese1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic2 teaspoons dried...

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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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Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Kabobs

Ingredients: 1/4 cup honey1 tablespoon minced canned chipotle chiles in adobo2 garlic cloves, minced1/2...

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Nacho Potato Skins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Nacho Potato Skins

Ingredients: 6 medium potatoes, such as russet ( 2 lbs)cooking oilshorteningbutter or margarine1/4 cup...

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Chargrilled Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Chargrilled Oysters

Ingredients: 12 fresh oysters, in the half shell1 cup butter, melted1 cup grated parmesan...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

The Ultimate Grilled Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened3/4 cup mayonnaise1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1...

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Amazing Roasted Shrimp With Garlic
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Amazing Roasted Shrimp With Garlic

Ingredients: 2 heads garlic5 -6 dried chilies or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/3...

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AppetizersCheesePork

Cherry Pepper Shooters

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) jars cherry peppers ( I like them hot but you...

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Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Spread
AppetizersEggs/dairySpreads

Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Spread

Ingredients: 1 cup gorgonzola, crumbled1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened3 tablespoons milk1/4 teaspoon...

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Mom's Stuffed Eggs Tomato Stack
AppetizersEggsLunch/snacks

Mom’s Stuffed Eggs Tomato Stack

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs1 green onions, finely chopped1 garlic cloves, smashed then finely chopped1...

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Fresh Thai spring rolls
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Fresh Thai spring rolls

Ingredients: rice paper sheets ( these are not the same as wonton/eggroll wrappers, which...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Soy-Glazed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil1/2 cup finely chopped onions2 teaspoons minced gingerroot1 lb mushrooms, sliced2...

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Cheddar Cheese Scones
AppetizersQuick breadsScones

Cheddar Cheese Scones

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups Bisquick baking mix ( Purchased)1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, Finely...

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Zucchini Torte
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Zucchini Torte

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs zucchini4 tablespoons vegetable oil1 small onions3 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded...

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Orange and Olive Salad
AppetizersCitrusSide dishes

Orange and Olive Salad

Ingredients: 6 -8 oranges20 kalamata olives, stoned1 tablespoon lemon juice ( or at least...

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Amusement Park Cornbread
AppetizersBreadsQuick breads

Amusement Park Cornbread

Ingredients: 2/3 cup white sugar1 teaspoon salt1/3 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 eggs2...

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BBQ Salami Oysters
AppetizersShellfishSide dishes

BBQ Salami Oysters

Ingredients: 6 medium oysters, shucked in half-shelf40 g salami ( 2 thick slices)1 tablespoon...

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Tuna Canape Spread
AppetizersSpreadsTuna

Tuna Canape Spread

Ingredients: 1 (6 1/2 ounce) cans tuna in vegetable oil1/3 cup finely chopped celery1/2...

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Potato-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Potato-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 lb sweet potatoes or 1 lb yams, peeled and chopped1 lb white...

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Shrimp Puffs - OAMC
AppetizersCrabShrimp

Shrimp Puffs – OAMC

Ingredients: 6 slices firm white bread ( Pepperidge Farm is good)1 lb uncooked frozen...

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AppetizersRiceSide dishes

Wild Rice Griddle Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice1 cup carrots, grated ( 2 to 3...

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AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Basic Boiled Shrimp

Ingredients: 4 bay leaves20 peppercorns12 whole cloves1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon dried marjoram1/2 teaspoon...

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Vegetable Pizza
< 60 minsAppetizersVegetables

Vegetable Pizza

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages crescent rolls2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 (1 ounce)...

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Ruth Reichl's Gougeres (Yummy Cheese Puffs!) Great for Holiday!
AppetizersCheeseEggs

Ruth Reichl’s Gougeres (Yummy Cheese Puffs!) Great for Holiday!

Ingredients: 1 cup water1/4 lb unsalted butter1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour5 eggs1 cup diced...

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Chicken Fingers - Buffalo Style
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Chicken Fingers – Buffalo Style

Ingredients: 1 cup crushed corn flakes1 tablespoon finely snipped parsley1/4 teaspoon salt1 lb boneless...

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