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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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Hot Cheese Puffs
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Hot Cheese Puffs

Ingredients: 25 slices miniature party rye rounds2 egg whites1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4...

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AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Iberian Shrimp

Ingredients: 5 teaspoons olive oil1/2 cup chopped red peppers1/2 cup chopped onions3 cloves garlic,...

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Lisa P's Savory Herb Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Lisa P’s Savory Herb Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic4 teaspoons dried parsley4 teaspoons dried dill weed4 teaspoons dried...

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Italian Cucumber Bread
AppetizersSide dishesSpreads

Italian Cucumber Bread

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened2 (2/3 ounce) packets Italian salad dressing mix1 tablespoon...

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Crab on a Muffin Appetizers
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Crab on a Muffin Appetizers

Ingredients: 6 English muffins1 lb crabmeat1/3 cup butter1 (5 ounce) jars old English cheese...

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Layered Southwestern Dip
AppetizersEggs/dairyVegetables

Layered Southwestern Dip

Ingredients: 3 avocados1 tablespoon lemon juice1 (8 ounce) cartons sour cream2 green onions, sliced...

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Trevor's Chex Party Mix
AppetizersKid FriendlyWeeknight

Trevor’s Chex Party Mix

Ingredients: 4 cups Rice Chex4 cups Corn Chex1 cup Wheat Chex1 cup Cheerios toasted...

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Road Trip Snack Mix
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Road Trip Snack Mix

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages mini twist pretzels1 (12 1/2 ounce) boxes Ritz Bits...

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Empanadas de Honoro (Beef Turnovers)
AppetizersBeefMain dish

Empanadas de Honoro (Beef Turnovers)

Ingredients: 1 lb lean beef1 lemons1 limesto taste fresh oreganoto taste chili powder4 cups...

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Chickpea Tuna Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Chickpea Tuna Salad

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans tuna ( drained very well)1/4 cup chickpeas ( drained)1/4...

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Healthy Vegetarian Samosas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Healthy Vegetarian Samosas

Ingredients: 1 1/2 medium white potatoes, diced300 g sweet potatoes, diced10 string beans1/2 red...

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Chipotle Appetizer Meatballs
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Chipotle Appetizer Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, chopped4 cloves garlic, chopped1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 cup tomato sauce2...

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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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Marshall's Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Marshall’s Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 10 hardboiled egg1/2 teaspoon dry mustard1/8 teaspoon cumin1/2 teaspoon marjoramoregano (optional)onion salt (optional)salt1/2...

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Fennel and Sea Salt Pita Bread Crisps
AppetizersBreadsMoroccan

Fennel and Sea Salt Pita Bread Crisps

Ingredients: 3 pita bread, cut into wedges1 tablespoon olive oil ( enough to brush)1...

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Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Ingredients: 14 large shrimp, peeled and deveined7 slices bacon, cut in half lengthwise1/4 cup...

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Delicious Mesa Chicken Roll-Ups
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Delicious Mesa Chicken Roll-Ups

Ingredients: 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil1 cup goat cheese4 flour tortillas4 (4...

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Sausage and Corn Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishPork

Sausage and Corn Quesadillas

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon cavender...

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Panko Crab Cakes and Tartar Sauce (Jessup Lane)
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Panko Crab Cakes and Tartar Sauce (Jessup Lane)

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, not too broken apart1/4 cup scallions, finely chopped1 cup panko3...

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State Fair Fried Oreo Cookies
AppetizersCookies and browniesDessert

State Fair Fried Oreo Cookies

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) bags Oreo cookies2 cups pancake mix1 1/2 cups milk2 eggs4...

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Cranberry Sausage Tartlettes
AppetizersMeatWinter

Cranberry Sausage Tartlettes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cranberries 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup orange juice 1 lb...

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The Best Cucumber Spread
< 30 minsAppetizersSpreads

The Best Cucumber Spread

Ingredients: 2 medium cucumbers11 ounces cream cheese ( one 8 oz. and one 3...

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Ham and Provolone Pinwheels
AppetizersBreakfastOne Dish meal

Ham and Provolone Pinwheels

Ingredients: 1/4 cup mayonnaise or 1/4 cup salad dressing ( I use light)2 -3...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs

Baked Brie in Bread

Ingredients: 3/4 cup flour1/4 cup room temp butter1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese8 ounces...

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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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Crabmeat Appetizers
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crabmeat Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans lump crabmeat, drained1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese1 tablespoon...

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AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Meatballs With Tomato With Juice Gravy

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef or 1 1/2 lbs ground deer meat1/2 lb...

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Tequila Poppers
AppetizersTex MexVegetables

Tequila Poppers

Ingredients: 2 pints cherry tomatoes2 cups tequila2 limes, sliced3 teaspoons coarse salt1 teaspoon grated...

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Bacon Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Bacon Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs3 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled1 tablespoon butter, softened3 tablespoons onions,...

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AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Scampi Rockefeller

Ingredients: 1/2 lb large uncooked shrimp, shelled,deveined1 tablespoon olive oil6 cloves garlic, chopped1 bunch...

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Spam Musubi
< 15 minsAppetizersLunch/snacks

Spam Musubi

Ingredients: 12 ounces Spam2 cups hot cooked white rice1/4 cup bonito flakes ( furikake...

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Shaye's Bruschetta
AppetizersTomatoesVegetables

Shaye’s Bruschetta

Ingredients: 3 ripe plum tomatoes, cored and diced smallsalt & pepper2 basil leaves, cut...

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Samosas
AppetizersAsianIndian

Samosas

Ingredients: 350 g potatoes, peeled cubed125 g peas2 tablespoons olive oil1 onions, chopped1 garlic...

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Cold Appetizer
AppetizersPizzaSpreads

Cold Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated croissant dough ( crescent)1 (8 ounce) packages cream...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

African Piri – Piri Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 lb sweet potatoes1 lb boneless venison, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces...

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Biscuit Ham Bites
AppetizersLow carbLunch/snacks

Biscuit Ham Bites

Ingredients: 10 slices ham ( very thin slices)6 ounces swiss cheese ( 10 1/2-inch...

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Magic Potato Puffs
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Magic Potato Puffs

Ingredients: 3 lbs potatoes, peeled and quartered1 onions, chopped3 tablespoons olive oil1 cup cracker...

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Cheese Diablo Wafers (Hot)
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cheese Diablo Wafers (Hot)

Ingredients: 1 cup unbleached flour1/2 lb sharp cheddar cheese, Grated1/2 cup butter, Softened or...

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Layered Crab Spread
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Layered Crab Spread

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/4...

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Unbelievable Cheese Crisps
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Unbelievable Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese or 4 cups jalapeno jack cheese2 cups flour2...

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AppetizersSpreadsWeeknight

Banana Peppers ala Dave

Ingredients: 14 -15 seeded and chopped banana peppers1 can diced tomatoes1 onions, chopped2 tablespoons...

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New Year's Eve Latkes
AppetizersMain dishPotatoes

New Year’s Eve Latkes

Ingredients: 6 -8 large potatoes, peeled1 teaspoon baking powder1 onions, finely gratedflour, as neededoil,...

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Canape Al Salmone
AppetizersLemonSalmon

Canape Al Salmone

Ingredients: 4 ounces smoked salmon6 tablespoons sweet unsalted butter1/3 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese1...

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Crispy Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Crispy Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 500 g raw chicken breasts2 eggs3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs1/2...

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Spicy Sweet Wrapped Dates
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Spicy Sweet Wrapped Dates

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls16 large dates, pitted (...

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Artichoke Crostini
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Artichoke Crostini

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped3 green onions, chopped5...

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Crunchy Pierogies Pie
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Crunchy Pierogies Pie

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) box frozen potato & cheese pierogies3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese3...

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Thai Galloping Horses -- Vegetarian version
AppetizersAsianThai

Thai Galloping Horses — Vegetarian version

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons garlic, chopped3 teaspoons cilantro, chopped2 teaspoons rice wine32 peppercorns, whole or...

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Wasabi Shrimp on Rice Crackers
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Wasabi Shrimp on Rice Crackers

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature2 -3 teaspoons wasabi1 lb shrimp, cookedchopped scallions1...

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Deviled Tomatoes
AppetizersGrainsLunch/snacks

Deviled Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 firm tomatoes2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 cup fresh white breadcrumbs1...

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4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients: 12 shrimp ( Jumbo sized, peeled, deveined, & tails intact)2 tablespoons olive oil2...

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Layered Pizza Ole
AppetizersBeansCheese

Layered Pizza Ole

Ingredients: 6 ounces chorizo sausage3 10-inch flour tortillas1/4 cup enchilada sauce1/4 cup shredded colby-monterey...

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Cheese and Chili Pepper Squares
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Cheese and Chili Pepper Squares

Ingredients: 1 lb grated cheddar cheese1 lb grated monterey jack cheese1 (4 ounce) cans...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Turmeric Spiced Snack Crackers

Ingredients: 6 cups oyster crackers1/4 cup water1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder1...

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Boursin Mushrooms
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Boursin Mushrooms

Ingredients: 16 ounces large button mushrooms1 package boursin cheese, garlic and herb flavored1 -1...

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Mini Cheddar Tarts
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mini Cheddar Tarts

Ingredients: 1/2 cup margarine, softened4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup flour3/4 cup grated cheddar...

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Mexican Wontons
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

Mexican Wontons

Ingredients: 24 wonton wrappers2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 lb mild pork sausage1 cup shredded monterey...

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Meatballs in Sour Cream Sauce
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Meatballs in Sour Cream Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 cup soft breadcrumbs1 eggs, slightly beaten1/4 cup grated parmesan...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cheese Quesadilla

Ingredients: 2 soft taco-size flour tortillas1/4 cup shredded cheese, any kind2 teaspoons butter or...

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Always Perfect Sweet and Sour Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Always Perfect Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beefgarlic powderonion powder1 eggs1/4 cup matzo meal12 ounces chili sauce1/2...

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