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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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Oven Porcupines
AppetizersBeefSide dishes

Oven Porcupines

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1/2 cup rice, uncooked1/2 cup water1/3 cup onions, chopped1 teaspoon...

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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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Tahitian Ceviche
AppetizersSoups & stewsTuna

Tahitian Ceviche

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh ahi ( fresh tuna will suffice)1/2 quart lightly salt water...

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Le Cirque's Spaghetti Primavera
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Le Cirque’s Spaghetti Primavera

Ingredients: 1 lb broccoli2 small zucchini4 asparagus spears, trimmed, about 5-inch long1 1/2 cups...

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Cheese Spread With Brandied Cranberries
AppetizersHigh calciumSpreads

Cheese Spread With Brandied Cranberries

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup blue cheese1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese1...

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Southwest Chopped Salad (Healthy!)
AppetizersLimeSalads

Southwest Chopped Salad (Healthy!)

Ingredients: 2 cups frozen corn kernels1 red bell peppers, diced1 cup diced jicama (...

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Coconut Chicken Strips With Creamy Mango Chutney
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Coconut Chicken Strips With Creamy Mango Chutney

Ingredients: 2 large mangoes, peeled and diced1/2 teaspoon peeled minced fresh ginger1 seeded chopped...

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Tiropites
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Tiropites

Ingredients: 1 lb phyllo dough3 eggs1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled4 ounces ricotta cheese4 ounces...

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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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Chilled Tomato Soup With Capers and Herbs
AppetizersSoups & stewsTomatoes

Chilled Tomato Soup With Capers and Herbs

Ingredients: 1 onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons olive oil5 garlic cloves, pressed10 -12 medium fresh...

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English Muffin Olive Cheese Melts
AppetizersBreadsQuick breads

English Muffin Olive Cheese Melts

Ingredients: 1 cup black olives, chopped1/3 cup green onions, chopped1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar...

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Cottage Cheese (paneer) Cutlets
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cottage Cheese (paneer) Cutlets

Ingredients: 2 cups cottage cheese, grated ( paneer)2 teaspoons gram flour ( besan)1/2 teaspoon...

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Basil Pesto Bread Rounds
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Basil Pesto Bread Rounds

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) French baguettes ( cut into about 1/2-inch slices, purchase the...

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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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Sauerkraut Meatballs
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Sauerkraut Meatballs

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 lb potatoes, scrubbed and sliced8 ounces red cabbage, cored...

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Blooming Onion
AppetizersEggsOnions

Blooming Onion

Ingredients: 1 large sweet vidalia onions1 eggs1 cup buttermilk1 cup flour1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2...

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Simple Pesto Spread with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Simple Pesto Spread with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese3/4 cup favorite basil pesto sauce5 -6 sun-dried tomatoes (...

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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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Chicken Cole Slaw
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Chicken Cole Slaw

Ingredients: 3 teaspoons soy sauce2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons rice vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1 crushed...

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AppetizersMeatPork

Baked Lumpia Rolls

Ingredients: 1 lb ground lean pork1 medium carrots, chopped fine1 medium onions, chopped fine1...

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My Big Brother's Bratwurst Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

My Big Brother’s Bratwurst Wraps

Ingredients: 4 fresh bratwursts ( 1 lb.)1 (12 ounce) bottles beer1/4 lb sauerkraut4 large...

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Fajita Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Fajita Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb flank steaks or 1 lb chicken breasts, marinatedchopped garlic ( in...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Vegetarian Summer Roll

Ingredients: 2 limes, juice of1 limes, segments of1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 tablespoon brown sugar1/4...

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Mini Baked Potatoes
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Mini Baked Potatoes

Ingredients: 12 very small red potatoes, boiled1/2 cup sour cream2 -3 tablespoons black olives,...

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When Pigs Fly Appetizer
AppetizersMeatPork

When Pigs Fly Appetizer

Ingredients: 4 boneless pork loin chops, cut into 3/4-inch cubes2 teaspoons vegetable oil1 (14...

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Creamy cold potato soup (Vichyssoise)
AppetizersPotatoesSoups & stews

Creamy cold potato soup (Vichyssoise)

Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes, peeled and diced5 leeks, cut into small pieces ( white...

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AppetizersBreadsCheese

Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise1 cup grated parmesan cheese1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic2 teaspoons dried...

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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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Little Reubens
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Little Reubens

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

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Hot and Crusty Shrimp Sandwich
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Hot and Crusty Shrimp Sandwich

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons dry mustard1 teaspoon salt1/4 cup...

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Sesame Chicken Bites
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Sesame Chicken Bites

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup sesame seeds2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley1/2 cup mayonnaise1...

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Grouper Nuggets
AppetizersFishSaltwater fish

Grouper Nuggets

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh grouper fillets1 cup buttermilk1 eggs35 saltine crackers1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2...

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AppetizersLow cholesterolLow protein

Southern Caviar

Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained1 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn,...

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champagne shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

champagne shrimp

Ingredients: 2 cups champagne1/2 cup chopped shallots2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1/4 teaspoon whole black...

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Fruit Kabobs
AppetizersDessertPineapple

Fruit Kabobs

Ingredients: 1/8 melon, sliced1/4 cup strawberries, sliced1/4 cup pineapple, sliced1/4 apples, sliced1/4 bananas, sliced...

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Hot Dog Surprise
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Hot Dog Surprise

Ingredients: 2 hot dogs1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon cilantro1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning1...

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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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Simple Zucchini Soup
AppetizersSoups & stewsSquash

Simple Zucchini Soup

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon olive oil1 sweet onions, chopped fine1 3/4 lbs sliced...

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Delightfully Easy and Delicious Bruschetta
AppetizersLow cholesterolLow sat. fat

Delightfully Easy and Delicious Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes1 -2 garlic cloves, crushed2 tablespoons fresh...

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Spinach Salad With Gorgonzola Croutons and Bacon Twists
AppetizersLunch/snacksMarinades and rubs

Spinach Salad With Gorgonzola Croutons and Bacon Twists

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons gorgonzola, crumbled ( about 1 ounce)1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened2 slices...

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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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Mango Coconut Cucumber Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSauces

Mango Coconut Cucumber Salad

Ingredients: 1 cucumbers, peeled, seeded and diced1/2 teaspoon minced fresh chili peppers1 tablespoon fresh...

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5 Ingredient Baked Potato Skins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

5 Ingredient Baked Potato Skins

Ingredients: 4 baked potatoes, cooled4 ounces cream cheese1/4 cup bacon bits3/4 cup cheddar cheese,...

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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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Cream Cheese Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cream Cheese Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 jar apricot preserves1 (8 ounce) jars red horseradish8 ounces cream cheese Directions:...

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CheesePuffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

CheesePuffs

Ingredients: 1 package shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup Hellman’s mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pinch...

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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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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Roasted Garlic Bruschetta

Ingredients: 6 cloves garlicolive oil1 loaf French bread16 ounces cream cheese1 cup romano cheese,...

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Bacon and Tomato Spread
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Bacon and Tomato Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon mayonnaisegarlic salt1 tomatoes, peeled and...

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Bacon-Crescent Rollups
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Bacon-Crescent Rollups

Ingredients: 1 (8 count) packages crescent rolls1/2 cup sour creamonion powder12 slices bacon, cooked...

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Potato and Smoked Salmon Lasagna
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Potato and Smoked Salmon Lasagna

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 medium leeks, white and tender green, coarsely chopped1/2 lb fresh...

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Zesty Zucchini Sticks
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Zesty Zucchini Sticks

Ingredients: 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese4 -5 small zucchini, cut in...

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Rolled Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Rolled Oysters

Ingredients: 2 cups oatmeal5 cups water1/2 cup light corn syrup2 pints oysters, drained, reserve...

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Easy Party Turnovers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Easy Party Turnovers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix1 cup shredded...

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AppetizersItalianSpreads

Tapenade

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

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Teriyaki Salmon Cakes
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Teriyaki Salmon Cakes

Ingredients: 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans red sockeye or 1 (14 3/4 ounce) cans...

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Chicken Nachos (spicy)
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Chicken Nachos (spicy)

Ingredients: 1 -2 lb chicken breasts, if you like a lot of meat use...

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Cajun Ponchartrain Sauce
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Cajun Ponchartrain Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter8 fresh mushrooms, sliced8 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/4 cup whipping...

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Walleye Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Walleye Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb walleye, chopped1 (8 ounce) cans crab1/4 cup melted butter2 -3 green...

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< 4 hoursAppetizersWeeknight

Syrian Bread Dip

Ingredients: 1 loaf Syrian bread ( I use pita bread)olive oiloreganogarlic powder1 cup sour...

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