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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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Cheesy Deep-Fried Hush Puppies
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Cheesy Deep-Fried Hush Puppies

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups cornmeal1/2 cup finely chopped onions1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/2...

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AppetizersHigh calciumSpreads

Cheddar Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/4 cup...

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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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AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 excellent tomatoes4 teaspoons butter2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs1/2 cup parmesan...

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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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Farina Dumplings (Gnocchi Alla Romana)
AppetizersPastarice and grains

Farina Dumplings (Gnocchi Alla Romana)

Ingredients: 3 cups milk1 cup farina or 1 cup semolina2 eggs, beaten1 tablespoon butter1...

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Cajun Fried Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Cajun Fried Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken tenderloins1/2 cup frank’s hot sauce1 cup Bisquick1/4 cup grated...

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Jack Quesadillas With Cranberry Salsa
AppetizersLunch/snacksTurkey

Jack Quesadillas With Cranberry Salsa

Ingredients: 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro2 tablespoons chopped green...

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Spiced 'shake 'n' Bake' Pita Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegan

Spiced ‘shake ‘n’ Bake’ Pita Chips

Ingredients: 2 large whole wheat pita bread ( with pockets)1 tablespoon garlic powder3/4 tablespoon...

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Queso Flameado
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Queso Flameado

Ingredients: 1/4 lb chorizo sausage, casings removed1/2 onions, thinly sliced1 small tomatoes, diced1/4 cup...

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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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Wonderful Parmesan Zucchini Strips
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Wonderful Parmesan Zucchini Strips

Ingredients: 1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated4 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise1...

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Crab Rangoon Cups
AppetizersCheeseCrab

Crab Rangoon Cups

Ingredients: 8 ounces crabmeat, drained ( can use imitation)8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, room...

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Pub-Style Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Pub-Style Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten1 cup self-rising flour, you can sub regular3/4 cup beer2 teaspoons...

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Griddled Marinated Aubergine (Eggplant) With Feta
AppetizersEggs/dairySide dishes

Griddled Marinated Aubergine (Eggplant) With Feta

Ingredients: 2 large eggplants, cut lengthways into 2cm thick slices1 lemons, juice of1 garlic...

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Blue Ribbon Beef Nachos
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Blue Ribbon Beef Nachos

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 small onions, chopped1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1 (16...

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Portabella Napoleons
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Portabella Napoleons

Ingredients: 3/4 cup olive oil2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/2 cup white wine6 garlic cloves, crushed8...

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T G I Friday's Fire Bites
AppetizersLow sat. fatLow sodium

T G I Friday’s Fire Bites

Ingredients: 26 ounces sliced jalapeno peppers ( not pickled, those used for nachos)2 2/3...

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Smoked Salmon Mousse
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Smoked Salmon Mousse

Ingredients: 1/4 ounce unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1/2 cup boiling water1/2 cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise1...

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Little Reubens
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Little Reubens

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and patted...

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Pig in the Blankets
AppetizersBreakfastPork

Pig in the Blankets

Ingredients: 3 cups flour1 cup margarine3 tablespoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup milk3 lbs...

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Crunchy Ramen Chicken Salad
AppetizersChickenSalads

Crunchy Ramen Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter1 (3 ounce) packages oriental-flavor instant ramen noodles2 tablespoons sesame seeds1/4...

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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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Black Eyed Pea Relish
AppetizersBeansSide dishes

Black Eyed Pea Relish

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained1 (16 ounce) cans sweet corn or...

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Deluxe Nachos
AppetizersBeansLunch/snacks

Deluxe Nachos

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans black beans, drained1 (9 ounce) bags tortilla chips1 (15...

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Brie With Roasted Pear and Thyme
AppetizersCheesePears

Brie With Roasted Pear and Thyme

Ingredients: 1 (6 inch) brie round2 almost ripe pears2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme...

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Oil-Free Tofu Mayonnaise
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Oil-Free Tofu Mayonnaise

Ingredients: 1 cup drained mashed tofu2 teaspoons vinegar1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon soy sauce1...

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Spanakopita (Spinach and Cheese Pie)
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Spanakopita (Spinach and Cheese Pie)

Ingredients: 10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry ( or 6 cups fresh,...

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AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Deepfried Camembert

Ingredients: 1 (125 g) packages camembert cheesebreadcrumbs1 eggs Directions: Make sure the cheese is...

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Sauteed Corn Cakes
AppetizersCornSide dishes

Sauteed Corn Cakes

Ingredients: 4 ears fresh sweet corn, remove kernels from cob1 small red onions, finely...

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Apple Wonton Bundles
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Apple Wonton Bundles

Ingredients: 4 granny smith apples1/4-1/2 cup cinnamon sugar2 -3 cups oil ( I use...

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Crab Bites
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Bites

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages Pillsbury refrigerated biscuits1 (7 ounce) cans crabmeat1 (8 ounce)...

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Middle Eastern Style Black Bean Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Middle Eastern Style Black Bean Salad

Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups cooked drained black beans ( approx. 1 cup dried)1/2 cup...

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Easy Crunchy Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Easy Crunchy Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts2 teaspoons cajun seasoning1 1/2 cups crushed corn...

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Maryland Crab Cakes with Basil Aioli
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Maryland Crab Cakes with Basil Aioli

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat ( preferably Blue crab)1 small minced onions, lightly sauteed1/2 cup...

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Low Carb Cinnamon Thin Crackers
AppetizersBreadsEggs

Low Carb Cinnamon Thin Crackers

Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour2 tablespoons Splenda granular1 egg whites1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/8...

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No-Fat Marinated Chopped Tomato Salad
AppetizersOnionsSalads

No-Fat Marinated Chopped Tomato Salad

Ingredients: 1 bermuda onions, coarsely chopped6 medium tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped1 green bell...

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Cheese Wafers
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cheese Wafers

Ingredients: 2 cups flour2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground ginger2/3 cup shortening2 cups sharp cheddar...

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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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AppetizersSaladsVegetables

Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Salad

Ingredients: 4 large tomatoes2 cups mozzarella cheese8 -10 leaves fresh basil4 tablespoons extra virgin...

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Mexican Pizza Squares
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Mexican Pizza Squares

Ingredients: 2 (8 count) cans Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls1 lb lean ground beef1...

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AppetizersLow calorieLow cholesterol

Amazing Stuffed ‘shrooms

Ingredients: 24 large mushrooms1 cup seasoned bread crumbs3 tablespoons cream cheese1/2-1 cup milkgrated parmesan...

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Tom's Penne alla Vodka
AppetizersMain dishPenne

Tom’s Penne alla Vodka

Ingredients: 1/2 lb dried penne pasta4 tablespoons butter1/4 lb prosciutto di Parma, diced1 ounce...

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Stuffed Baked Sardines
AppetizersLunch/snacksSaltwater fish

Stuffed Baked Sardines

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil1 large onions, finely diced2 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 cup...

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Papas Rellenas (Fried Stuffed Potatoes)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Papas Rellenas (Fried Stuffed Potatoes)

Ingredients: 4 large potatoes, peeled & boiled1/2 teaspoon saltblack pepper4 eggsdry breadcrumbs ( I...

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Brie and Mango Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Brie and Mango Quesadillas

Ingredients: 8 ounces brie cheese, rind removed and cut into 1/2 cubes1 large mangoes,...

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Coriander Peanut Pesto
AppetizersAsianSpreads

Coriander Peanut Pesto

Ingredients: 200 ml peanut oil40 g raw blanched peanuts2 green bird’s eye chilies, minced1...

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Tortilla Wraps
< 30 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Tortilla Wraps

Ingredients: 8 ounces sour cream8 ounces cream cheese1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice4 -5 green...

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Smoky Salmon Spread II
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Smoky Salmon Spread II

Ingredients: 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans canned salmon2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese3 tablespoons...

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Veggie Quesadillas II
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Veggie Quesadillas II

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh broccoli1/2 cup diced red bell peppers1/2 cup diced onions1/2 cup...

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Almond Deviled Eggs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Almond Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs1/4 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon garlic salt3 tablespoons finely...

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Artichokes Parisienne
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Artichokes Parisienne

Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons capers, drained,minced2 teaspoons onions, minced2 teaspoons cornichons, minced (...

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Reuben Crescents
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Reuben Crescents

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and well...

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Three-Cheese Stuffed Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Three-Cheese Stuffed Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/4 cup asiago cheese, grated1/4 cup monterey jack cheese, grated1/4 cup parmesan cheese,...

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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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Best-Ever Sticky Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Best-Ever Sticky Wings

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs chicken wings ( separated at joint, with wing tips discarded...

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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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German Cucumber Dressing
AppetizersEuropeanGerman

German Cucumber Dressing

Ingredients: 1/4 cup water2 tablespoons light tasting oil ( I used Crisco)2 tablespoons apple...

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The Lady's Crunchy New Potatoes - Paula Deen
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

The Lady’s Crunchy New Potatoes – Paula Deen

Ingredients: 12 small red potatoes1 (1/2 ounce) package ranch dressing mix ( recommended (...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Chickpeas, Tomato and Walnut Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups drained cooked chickpeas1 medium tomatoes, chopped1/4 cup walnuts, broken into pieces1/4...

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