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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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Tortilla Pinwheels
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Tortilla Pinwheels

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cartons sour cream1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 (4...

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Cat's Chicken and Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersChicken breastSide dishes

Cat’s Chicken and Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 2 boneless chicken breasts, cooked5 ounces shrimp, cooked1/4 cup scallions1 head iceberg lettuce2...

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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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The Crazy Haole's Taquitos
AppetizersBeansLunch/snacks

The Crazy Haole’s Taquitos

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1/4 cup spaghetti sauce1 tablespoon hot chili sauce1...

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Grilled Taco Nachos
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

Grilled Taco Nachos

Ingredients: 10 cups tortilla chips2 lbs bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained2 (4 1/2...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSauces

Party Pan Nachos

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil2 large onions, chopped1 green peppers, chopped1 teaspoon chili powder2...

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Sugar Free Pickle Relish
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Sugar Free Pickle Relish

Ingredients: 1 (24 ounce) jars dill pickle spears1 cup chopped onions1/3 cup Splenda sugar...

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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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Caribbean Fruit Salad With Coconut Cream Dressing
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Caribbean Fruit Salad With Coconut Cream Dressing

Ingredients: fresh pineapple, cored and cut into slicesfresh strawberries, washed and stemmedkiwi fruits, peeled...

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Fried Broccoli Melt
AppetizersBroccoliVegetables

Fried Broccoli Melt

Ingredients: shortening ( for deep frying)3/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided4 tablespoons grated American cheese,...

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Zucchini Oven " Fries"
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Zucchini Oven ” Fries”

Ingredients: 5 zucchini1 egg whites2/3 cup flour1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powdercooking...

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Salmon Spread
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalmon

Salmon Spread

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans salmon3 ounces fat free cream cheese, at room temperature1/2...

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Bruschetta With Roasted Red Peppers  Yummy!
AppetizersBreadsVegetarian

Bruschetta With Roasted Red Peppers Yummy!

Ingredients: 1 large red bell peppers ( or 2 small)1/4-1/2 extra virgin olive oil...

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AppetizersItalianSpreads

Tapenade

Ingredients: 10 cloves garlic2 lemons, juice of1 (10 ounce) cans black olives1 cup chopped...

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Asparagus Parmigiana
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Asparagus Parmigiana

Ingredients: 16 fresh asparagus spears2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons parmesan cheese2 teaspoons lemon juice1 dash...

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Poached Seafood in Lime Coconut Dressing
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Poached Seafood in Lime Coconut Dressing

Ingredients: 400 g mixed fresh seafood ( prawns, scallops, fish)500 ml chicken stock (...

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Salata De Vinete
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Salata De Vinete

Ingredients: 3 medium sized eggplants1/4 cup sunflower oil1 small onions, minced1 garlic cloves, minced1/2...

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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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Jalapeno Boats
< 30 minsAppetizersTime to make

Jalapeno Boats

Ingredients: 8 fresh jalapeno peppers1/2 cup cooked shrimp, finely chopped1 tablespoon bacon bits4 ounces...

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Hot Crab Casserole
AppetizersCasserolesCrab

Hot Crab Casserole

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped red bell peppers, can use...

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Mixed Seafood Grill

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed1/4 teaspoon salt1...

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Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 3 lbs cream cheese, softened1/2 lb finely shredded cheddar cheese1 (16 ounce) containers...

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Zucchini Spread
AppetizersSpreadsSquash

Zucchini Spread

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups zucchini, unpeeled, shredded ( equiv. to 1 pound)1/4 cup fresh...

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Leftover Mashed Potato Roll Ups
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Leftover Mashed Potato Roll Ups

Ingredients: 2 -4 cups of leftover mashed potatoesseasoning saltchivessaltpepper Directions: Let your leftover mashed...

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Sesame Pecan Chicken Tenders with Apricot Dipping Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Sesame Pecan Chicken Tenders with Apricot Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 2 egg whites1/3 cup sesame seeds3 tablespoons finely chopped pecansvegetable oil ( for...

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Teriyaki Sirloin Strips
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Teriyaki Sirloin Strips

Ingredients: 2 lbs sirloin steaks, cut into 1/2-inch strips1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 cup rice...

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Buttermilk-Honey Fried Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Buttermilk-Honey Fried Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 4 teaspoons honeysalt1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepperflavoring, of choice ( see below)1...

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Cranberry Ginger-Garlic Party Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Cranberry Ginger-Garlic Party Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs lean ground beef2 (20 ounce) cans pineapple chunks, drained and...

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Cocktail Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Cocktail Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb very large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and rinsed, reserving shells ( 16...

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Cajun Grilled Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Cajun Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 lbs shrimp, peeled deveined, and be sure they are thawed, if using...

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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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Bacon Crisp
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Bacon Crisp

Ingredients: 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese24 rectangular crackers, buttery in taste1 lb sliced...

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Onion Cheddar Quiche
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Onion Cheddar Quiche

Ingredients: 2 (9 inch) unbaked frozen pie crusts1 cup sliced onions2 tablespoons butter3 eggs1...

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Zucchini Oven Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Zucchini Oven Chips

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick1/4 cup dry Italian style breadcrumbs1/4...

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Swiss Cheese Fondue
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Swiss Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons flour1 clove garlic ( halved)1 cup apple juice or 1 cup...

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Greek Salad Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Greek Salad Pizza

Ingredients: 1 large store bought thin pizza dough1/2 cup kraft Greek salad dressing, divided1...

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Roasted Garlic Butter
AppetizersLow proteinSpreads

Roasted Garlic Butter

Ingredients: 1 bulbs of garlic1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1/4 lb butter Directions: Preheat...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Tomato platter with cheese

Ingredients: 1 bunch basil2 red tomatoes, sliced thin2 yellow tomatoes, sliced thin3 sprigs thyme1...

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Mexican Quiches - Mini-Sized
AppetizersBreakfastEggs/dairy

Mexican Quiches – Mini-Sized

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup...

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Creamy Crab of Cymry
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Creamy Crab of Cymry

Ingredients: 2 ounces unsalted butter1 ounce plain flour6 fluid ounces milk1/2 teaspoon ground mace1/4...

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Smashed Spud Patties With Tapenade Cream
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Smashed Spud Patties With Tapenade Cream

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups mashed potatoes, ro room temperature1/2 cup smoked gouda cheese (...

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Avocado and Orange Salad
AppetizersOrangesSalads

Avocado and Orange Salad

Ingredients: 2 oranges2 ripe avocados2 tablespoons lemon juice50 g pecan halves2 tablespoons unsweetened orange...

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Peanut Dipping Sauce With a Kick
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Peanut Dipping Sauce With a Kick

Ingredients: 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter1/4 cup hot water1/3 cup coconut milk ( I...

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AppetizersApplesLunch/snacks

Skor Chip Apple Dip

Ingredients: 1 package softened cream cheese1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 cup white sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla1/2...

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AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Spicy Tomato Mini Pizzas

Ingredients: 4 flour tortillas ( 7 inch diameter)1 cup grated jalapeno pepper cheese1 lb...

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Mexican White Cheese Dip
AppetizersEggs/dairyNorth american

Mexican White Cheese Dip

Ingredients: 2 cups easy melt white processed cheese, shredded3/4 cup milk1/8-1/4 cup pickled jalapeno...

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Thai Inspired Pork Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishPork

Thai Inspired Pork Kabobs

Ingredients: 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 tablespoons water2 teaspoons...

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Mexicali Popcorn  D-V-O
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mexicali Popcorn D-V-O

Ingredients: 1/3 cup butter1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix1 tablespoon chopped dried chives4 quarts popped...

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Simple yet       Elegant Babylonian Apricot Jewels
AppetizersCheeseDessert

Simple yet Elegant Babylonian Apricot Jewels

Ingredients: 32 dried apricots4 ounces finely ground cashews2 ounces raisins1/4 cup white wine1 lemons,...

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Olive Tapenade Ala Dawn (Olive Salad)
< 15 minsAppetizersSpreads

Olive Tapenade Ala Dawn (Olive Salad)

Ingredients: 3 cups pimento-stuffed green olives3 cups pitted black olives2 ounces anchovies, with oil8...

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Madam Butterfly Tiger Shrimp on Pillow Crisps
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Madam Butterfly Tiger Shrimp on Pillow Crisps

Ingredients: 12 large tiger shrimp, devined3 tablespoons lemon juice4 tablespoons olive oil1/8 teaspoon cayenne...

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Layered Tortilla Snack
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Layered Tortilla Snack

Ingredients: 3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken, poached for 25 minuteswater, to cover1 small onions,...

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Garlic Snow Peas
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Garlic Snow Peas

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh snow peas ( washed, dried, and trimmed)1 -2 tablespoon sesame...

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AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Cajun-Style Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients: 1 envelope onion soup mix1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon...

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Hoagie Spread
AppetizersLow carbSpreads

Hoagie Spread

Ingredients: 1/4 lb ham, i use cappicola1/4 lb salami, i use genoa1/4 lb pepperoni1/4...

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Summer Squash Salad
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Summer Squash Salad

Ingredients: 4 small zucchini ( about 1 pound)4 small crookneck yellow squash ( about...

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Ghetto Nachos
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Ghetto Nachos

Ingredients: 1/2 can black beans ( with juice)1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded2 cups tortilla...

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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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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Roulade of Prosciutto, Figs, Stilton and Goat Cheeses with Port

Ingredients: 4 ounces dried figs, halved2 1/2 cups port wine1/3 cup crumbled Stilton cheese1/3...

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Jumbo Shrimp with Pepper Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Jumbo Shrimp with Pepper Salsa

Ingredients: 32 large raw shrimp, shelled but with tails on1 cantaloupe, seeded and cut...

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