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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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Fresh Homemade Ricotta Cheese
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Fresh Homemade Ricotta Cheese

Ingredients: 2 quarts whole milk3 tablespoons fresh lemon juicesalt Directions: Line a colander with...

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Blue Chips Cheese Bread
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Blue Chips Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread12 -15 slices provolone cheese1 cup shrimp, the little salad...

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Mom's meatballs in wine sauce
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Mom’s meatballs in wine sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef1 cup chopped onions2 cloves diced garlic1 cup breadcrumbs3 eggssalt...

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Korokke
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Korokke

Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes1/4 lb ground beef1/2 onions1 eggs ( beaten)1 teaspoon saltpeppervegetable oilpankoflour...

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Curry Dip
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Curry Dip

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened3 green onions, chopped. Include some of...

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Saint Silvester Pudding
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Saint Silvester Pudding

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cauliflower florets, cooked1/2 lb cooked and cleaned shrimp1 lb cooked...

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Easy Greek-Inspired Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Easy Greek-Inspired Salad

Ingredients: 3 -4 cups salad greens ( spring mix, European, exotic, romaine, etc)1 carrots,...

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Bacon Cheese Strips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Bacon Cheese Strips

Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayonnaise ( no subs please)1 eggs, beaten1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/8 teaspoon...

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Marinated Tomatoes
AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Marinated Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1 (1/8 ounce) envelope Italian salad mix ( such as Good Seasons)2 tablespoons...

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Paradise Crab Dip Wontons
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Paradise Crab Dip Wontons

Ingredients: 1 (6 1/2 ounce) cans crabmeat, shells removed1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese,...

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Un-Fried Potato Latkes
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Un-Fried Potato Latkes

Ingredients: 4 russet potatoes, peeled1 medium red onions, finely chopped1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black...

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Smoky Grilled Cheese Fries
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Smoky Grilled Cheese Fries

Ingredients: 16 ounces frozen french fries ( can use seasoned fries too… mmm!)2 cups...

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AppetizersBeefGround beef

Keftedes-savory meatballs

Ingredients: 1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumbs1 medium onions4 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon ground cuminsaltfresh...

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Garlic shrimp (gambas al ajillo)
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Garlic shrimp (gambas al ajillo)

Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled,deveined,tail removed3 -4 cloves garlic, thinly slicedchili flakes1/4 cup...

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Baked Artichoke Hearts
AppetizersLow calorieLow cholesterol

Baked Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans water-packed artichoke hearts, 6 to 8 count, drained1 tablespoon...

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Trolelotes-- (Mexican cooked corn snack)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Trolelotes– (Mexican cooked corn snack)

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked corn1 1/2 teaspoons butter1 tablespoon crumbled mexican queso fresco or...

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Cheese and Bacon Loaf
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Cheese and Bacon Loaf

Ingredients: 1 large loaf French bread ( unsliced and cut in half)2 -3 tablespoons...

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AppetizersCheeseShrimp

Shrimp with Green Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter3 cloves garlic, chopped1/2 medium onions, chopped1/4 cup fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon...

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Cheesy Green Chili Snacks
AppetizersHigh calciumLunch/snacks

Cheesy Green Chili Snacks

Ingredients: 2 cups grated cheddar cheese1/4 cup butter, at room temperature3 tablespoons chopped green...

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Chunky Guacamole
AppetizersNorth americanSpreads

Chunky Guacamole

Ingredients: 3 standard size avocados1 medium onions, chopped1 large tomatoes, chopped2 tablespoons of finely...

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Macedonian BBQ'd Corn
AppetizersCornSide dishes

Macedonian BBQ’d Corn

Ingredients: 6 ears of corn3 tablespoons butter2 lemons, cut in thirds1 tablespoon masala1 tablespoon...

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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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Zucchini Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Zucchini Chips

Ingredients: 3 -4 cups vegetable oil1 cup all-purpose flour1 -2 zucchini Directions: Fill a...

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Hot Spinach Cheesecake
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Hot Spinach Cheesecake

Ingredients: 60 g butter1 cup finely crushed cheese crackers1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese2 bunches...

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Cinnamon Won-Ton Crisps Microwave
AppetizersLow fatLunch/snacks

Cinnamon Won-Ton Crisps Microwave

Ingredients: 12 wonton wrappers1/4 teaspoon cinnamon sugar1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves1/8 teaspoon garlic powdercooking spray...

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Texas Cannonballs
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Texas Cannonballs

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese ( softened)2 pickled jalapeno peppers, finely minced ( stems...

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Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 dozen cherry tomatoes1 lb bacon2 tablespoons mayonnaise3 green onionsparsley Directions: Wash tomatoes...

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Buttermilk Onion Rings
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Buttermilk Onion Rings

Ingredients: 3 large onions, preferably sweet onions3 -4 cups buttermilk1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Easy Braunschweiger Party Spread

Ingredients: 16 ounces braunschweiger sausage8 ounces cream cheese3 green onions ( chopped)1 tablespoon milk...

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Pizzatizers
AppetizersGrainsLunch/snacks

Pizzatizers

Ingredients: 2 medium pita breads ( about 6 inches)2 tomatoes, sliced4 cloves garlic, minced1...

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Goat Cheese With Honey
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Goat Cheese With Honey

Ingredients: 6 ounces log soft fresh goat cheese, cut into 4 rounds2 tablespoons orange...

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Homemade Popiah Wrapper ( Spring Roll )
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Homemade Popiah Wrapper ( Spring Roll )

Ingredients: 250 g flour1 tablespoon tapioca flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder2 tablespoons corn oil1 large...

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Crab Meat Alma
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Meat Alma

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or margarine1 bunch green onions, chopped1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped1/2...

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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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Spinach Pesto Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Spinach Pesto Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1/2 cup pine nuts1 cup frozen chopped spinach1 cup loosely packed fresh basil...

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< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Dorothy’s Leek Stuff

Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry, defrosted but kept cold in fridge1 leeks, sliced (...

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Spicy Jalapeno Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Spicy Jalapeno Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb dungeness crabmeat1 large shallots, finely chopped1 large jalapeno peppers, finely chopped3...

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Potatoes on the Half Shell
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potatoes on the Half Shell

Ingredients: 6 baking potatoes1/4 cup milk or 1/4 cup cream4 tablespoons butter1 eggs, beatensalt,...

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Sausage Balls Ala Emeril
< 30 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Sausage Balls Ala Emeril

Ingredients: 2 (1 lb) packages ground sausage2 cups Bisquick baking mix or 2 cups...

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Pasta with Asparagus
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Pasta with Asparagus

Ingredients: 1/2 lb cooked elbow macaroni5 cloves garlic, minced1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese1 teaspoon...

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5 Minute Thai Shrimp Satay
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

5 Minute Thai Shrimp Satay

Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and de-veined1/4 cup low-fat peanut butter1/3 cup low-fat catalina...

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1000 Island Vegetable Dip
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

1000 Island Vegetable Dip

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers thousand island dressing ( can use regular or any...

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Peanutty  Chocolate Spread on Vanilla Wafers
AppetizersChocolateSpreads

Peanutty Chocolate Spread on Vanilla Wafers

Ingredients: 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt1/4 cup chocolate flavored syrup...

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Cherry Cheese Flakies
AppetizersCakesPies and tarts

Cherry Cheese Flakies

Ingredients: 8 sheets phyllo dough, covered with a damp cloth1/3 cup butter, melted1 (125...

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Crab Florentine Quiche
AppetizersBreakfastSavory pies

Crab Florentine Quiche

Ingredients: 1 (7 ounce) cans refrigerated bread doughcooking spray3/4 cup grated gruyere cheese8 ounces...

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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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Mexican Cream Cheese Rollups
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Mexican Cream Cheese Rollups

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened ( I use FF cream cheese)1/3...

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AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Oysters Meltzerenfuego

Ingredients: 12 oystersbutter ( I use ghee)fresh-minced garlic ( mince it yourself)fresh herbs (...

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Chilled Moroccan Tomato Soup
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Chilled Moroccan Tomato Soup

Ingredients: 2 medium tomatoes, diced1 stalk celery, minced1 scallions, finely chopped1 quart chilled tomato...

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Crab Rangoon Dip
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Crab Rangoon Dip

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese2 tablespoons milk1/4 teaspoon garlic powder6 ounces imitation crabmeat1/4 cup...

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AppetizersGrainsSide dishes

$1,000 Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients: 4 -6 artichoke hearts, canned ( without marinade)1 -2 eggs, beaten ( egg...

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Mom's Murdered Crab
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Mom’s Murdered Crab

Ingredients: 1 lb cream cheese ( room temp.)1 cup seafood cocktail sauce18 ounces crabmeat...

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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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Cheese Stacks
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cheese Stacks

Ingredients: 5 ounces cheddar cheese ( 8 3.5 inch square slices)1/3 cup cream cheese...

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Cheesy English Muffin Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cheesy English Muffin Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (4 1/4 ounce) cans chopped ripe olives1/2 cup green onions, tops included1...

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Pumpernickel Melts
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pumpernickel Melts

Ingredients: 1 loaf sliced pumpernickel cocktail bread1/4-1/3 cup Dijon mustard8 ounces havarti cheese, sliced...

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Baked Cherry Tomatoes and Feta
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Baked Cherry Tomatoes and Feta

Ingredients: 1 -2 tablespoon minced garlic2/3 cup olive oil2 lbs cherry tomatoes1 loaf focaccia...

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Thai Carrot Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Thai Carrot Salad

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs carrots, peeled & shredded8 ounces string beans, trimmed & cut...

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Cream Cheese Pickapeppa Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cream Cheese Pickapeppa Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese1/8 bottle Pickapeppa Saucecrackers ( Triscuits are good...

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Broccoli Salad with Oven-Roasted Mushrooms
AppetizersBroccoliSalads

Broccoli Salad with Oven-Roasted Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 lbs mushrooms, wiped clean, stems trimmed4 large shallots, thinly sliced lengthwise6 tablespoons...

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