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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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Cajun Caviar
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Cajun Caviar

Ingredients: 1 cup butter1/2 lb small shrimp, peeled1/2 lb crayfish tails, peeled ( available...

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Yellow or Zucchini Squash Boats or Stuff That Zuke
AppetizersCasserolesMain dish

Yellow or Zucchini Squash Boats or Stuff That Zuke

Ingredients: 2 medium yellow squash ( or Zukes if you prefer)1 onions, diced2 garlic...

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Quick and Easy Chicken Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Quick and Easy Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients: 8 (10 inch) flour tortillas1 cup jalapeno flavored cream cheese1 (10 ounce) cans...

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Grilled Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/2 teaspoon cumin1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon citrus lemon pepper1...

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Spinach Phyllo Roll Ups
AppetizersEuropeanGreek

Spinach Phyllo Roll Ups

Ingredients: 1/2 cup green onions, finely chopped1 eggs1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese with...

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Janice's Shrimp Spread
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Janice’s Shrimp Spread

Ingredients: 1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans deveined medium shrimp, drained1 (8 ounce) packages cream...

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Pancho's Cheese Dip
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Pancho’s Cheese Dip

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon black pepper1 tablespoon Accent seasoning1 tablespoon ground cumin2...

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Potato and Turnip Patties
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potato and Turnip Patties

Ingredients: 1/2 lb turnips, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes ( about 1 1/3...

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Grandiose Gazpacho
AppetizersLemonSoups & stews

Grandiose Gazpacho

Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) cans contadina diced tomatoes with garlic1 small vidalia onions, chopped1...

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Grilled sesame tofu
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Grilled sesame tofu

Ingredients: 2 (14 ounce) packages extra firm tofu1/2 cup soy sauce1/2 cup red wine1/2...

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Spinach and Ricotta Bruschetta
AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Spinach and Ricotta Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 garlic cloves, minced1 1/2 cups fresh spinach1/2 cup ricotta cheese1/2 cup parmesan...

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Shrimp in Pernod Cream Sauce
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp in Pernod Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 8 fresh shrimp, very large, shelled & deveined2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon green peppercorns2...

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Lamb Cutlets with Tapenade

Ingredients: 12 -18 lamb cutlets1 tablespoon olive oilfresh rosemary sprigs1 clove garlic, crushedfresh ground...

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AppetizersSalsasSauces

Mango and Melon Salsa

Ingredients: 1/4 cantaloupe1/4 honeydew melon1 mangoes1/2 red peppers5 cherry tomatoes ( firm)1/2 red onions1/2...

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Congealed Pepper Jelly Mold
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Congealed Pepper Jelly Mold

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temp1 cup hot pepper jelly1 tablespoon...

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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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Delicious Cheesy Bacon and Green Onion Potato Skins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Delicious Cheesy Bacon and Green Onion Potato Skins

Ingredients: 6 large russet potatoesoilsalt and pepper1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)10 -15 slices...

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Pesto Stuffed Chicken Rolls
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Pesto Stuffed Chicken Rolls

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh basil leaves1/2 cup pine nuts4 garlic cloves1 cup olive oil,...

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Hot Stuffed Avocado
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Hot Stuffed Avocado

Ingredients: 1 Hass avocadoes2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon garlic powder2 tablespoons butter1 shallots, minced1/2...

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Lavender Cream Cheese for Bagels
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Lavender Cream Cheese for Bagels

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon herbes de provence1/2 teaspoon lavender flowers ( edible variety from a...

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Mushroom Cap Neptune
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Mushroom Cap Neptune

Ingredients: 1/2 cup cream cheese1 cup crabmeat, defrosted and well drained ( canned works...

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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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Batter-Fried Shrimp
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Batter-Fried Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled & deveined1/2 cup oil1 eggs, beaten1 cup all-purpose...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

The Best Tasting Grilled Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) envelope active dry yeast2/3 cup water ( 110-115 degrees)2 -3...

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Beet Hearts With Chevre
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Beet Hearts With Chevre

Ingredients: 2 medium beets1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil1/4 cup chevre cheesefresh chives Directions: Preheat oven...

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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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Edamame Hummus With Pita Crisps
AppetizersSoy/tofuSpreads

Edamame Hummus With Pita Crisps

Ingredients: 6 (6 inch) pita bread, split in half horizontally1 1/2 cups frozen blanched...

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Cinco de Mayo
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cinco de Mayo

Ingredients: 1 cup onions, finely chopped1 (10 ounce) packages tortilla chips2 cloves fresh garlic,...

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Spicy Quinoa Salad
AppetizersGrainsSalads

Spicy Quinoa Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa2 cups water1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries4 tablespoons lime juice4 tablespoons...

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Mar Far Chicken
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Mar Far Chicken

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup soy sauce5 ounces fermented bean curd1 teaspoon ginger1 teaspoon...

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Layered Seafood Spread
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Layered Seafood Spread

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups water3/4 lb unpeeled medium raw shrimp1 (8 ounce) packages cream...

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Amish Pickled Eggs and Beets
AppetizersEggs/dairySide dishes

Amish Pickled Eggs and Beets

Ingredients: 1 cup cider vinegar1 cup beet juice ( add water, if necessary, to...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Caribbean Coconut Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined3/4 cup flour1 eggs1/2 tablespoon baking powder1/2 cup...

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Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersLow carbLow sodium

Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1/4 teaspoon garlic powdersalt or pepper25 large mushroom caps8 ounces Philadelphia...

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Low-Fat Yogurt Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Low-Fat Yogurt Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 large boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup breadcrumbs1 cup plain yogurt Directions: Preheat...

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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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Grilled French Bread
AppetizersBreadsSide dishes

Grilled French Bread

Ingredients: 1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley1 clove garlic,...

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smoked salmon bruschetta
AppetizersSalmonSide dishes

smoked salmon bruschetta

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons pine nuts2 tomatoes, seeded and diced4 ounces smoked salmon, finely chopped4...

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Crescent Chick-be-Quicks
AppetizersFree of...Lactose Free

Crescent Chick-be-Quicks

Ingredients: 3/4 cup crushed canned French-fried onions1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt1 (8...

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They Could Be Sliders (If Eaten With Eyes Closed) - White Castle
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

They Could Be Sliders (If Eaten With Eyes Closed) – White Castle

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef8 ounces Velveeta cheese ( cubed or use the shreds)0.5...

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Grilled Herb Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Grilled Herb Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined ( 16-20 per pound)3 garlic cloves,...

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Easy Basil Pesto
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Easy Basil Pesto

Ingredients: 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese3 tablespoons toasted pine...

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Onion Souffle
AppetizersEggs/dairyOnions

Onion Souffle

Ingredients: 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1 (12 ounce) packages frozen onions1/2...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Meat Stuffed French Loaves

Ingredients: 1 loaf fat long French bread4 ounces Italian sausage, skin removed4 ounces ground...

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Old Kentucky Beer Cheese
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Old Kentucky Beer Cheese

Ingredients: 2 lbs sharp cheddar cheese, at room temperature2 garlic cloves, mashed3 tablespoons Worcestershire...

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Easy Olive and Artichoke Spread
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Easy Olive and Artichoke Spread

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans pitted black olives, drained1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, slightly...

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Ginger Garlic Prawn (Shrimp) Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Ginger Garlic Prawn (Shrimp) Salad

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 cup vegetable stock2 tablespoons soy sauce2 teaspoons soft brown sugar2...

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The Best Blue-Cheese Party Ball!!
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

The Best Blue-Cheese Party Ball!!

Ingredients: 16 ounces softened cream cheese8 ounces blue cheese, crumbles1 tablespoon sour cream3 stalks...

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Garlic Scape Pesto
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Garlic Scape Pesto

Ingredients: 1/4 lb garlic scapes, chopped1/2 cup olive oil1 cup parmesan cheese, grated3 tablespoons...

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Baked Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Baked Potato Skins

Ingredients: 10 potato skins, halves baked and empty of potato1 tablespoon melted butterseasoning salt1...

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Shrimp With Chipotle Sauce
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp With Chipotle Sauce

Ingredients: 3/4 lb shrimp, 12/15 count shrimp, tails on1 -2 tablespoon dried oregano1 teaspoon...

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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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Better-than-storebought Mozzarella Sticks
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Better-than-storebought Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients: 6 pieces mozzarella string cheese, each cut in half.1 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons water3/4...

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Roasted Olives
AppetizersEuropeanVegetables

Roasted Olives

Ingredients: 3 cups assorted green and black olives2 rosemary sprigs, cut in half1 oranges,...

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Crescent Wrapped Brie
AppetizersBreadsSpreads

Crescent Wrapped Brie

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls8 ounces brie cheese1 eggs, beaten...

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Chocolate Covered Apricots
AppetizersDessertFruit

Chocolate Covered Apricots

Ingredients: 30 dried apricots1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon solid shortening Directions: In a...

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Armenian Cheese Rolls
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Armenian Cheese Rolls

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese8 ounces feta cheese1/2 bunch cilantro ( or to taste)1/2...

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Play-Off Pepperoni Mozzarella Loaf
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Play-Off Pepperoni Mozzarella Loaf

Ingredients: 1 loaf unsliced Italian bread ( any hard crusted bread)8 ounces mozzarella cheese,...

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Garlic Ricotta Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Garlic Ricotta Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 7 large white mushrooms, stems removed5 garlic cloves, crushed3 -4 tablespoons part-skim ricotta...

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Mediterranean Cheese Foldovers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Mediterranean Cheese Foldovers

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) containers crumbled feta cheese with garlic and herbs ( 1...

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