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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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Gus's Incredible Chicken Taco Filling
AppetizersOne Dish mealSpreads

Gus’s Incredible Chicken Taco Filling

Ingredients: 1 whole large chicken, boiled and boned1 (16 ounce) jars of pickled mild...

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Mushrooms Aux Croustade
AppetizersEuropeanFrench

Mushrooms Aux Croustade

Ingredients: 1 baguette4 cups chopped white mushrooms5 tablespoons unsalted butter2 shallots, minced4 garlic cloves,...

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Sugared Sausage Appys
AppetizersMeatPork

Sugared Sausage Appys

Ingredients: 1 lb bacon1 (1 lb) package cocktail smoked sausage links1/4 cup brown sugar,...

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AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Fried Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 large vidalia onions or 1 large sweet onions3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup...

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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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Grilled Scallops With Cashew - Cucumber Relish
AppetizersMain dishSeafood

Grilled Scallops With Cashew – Cucumber Relish

Ingredients: 2 cucumbers, diced1/2 cup cashews, chopped1/4 cup onions, minced1/4 cup parsley, chopped1 tablespoon...

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AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Hummus Bi Tahina (Turkish Hummus)

Ingredients: 200 g chickpeas, precooked1/3 cup tahini3 whole lemons, juice of100 ml olive oil2...

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AppetizersPineappleSalads

Mom’s Orange Souffle Salad

Ingredients: 1 (13 1/2 ounce) cans pineapple tidbits2 packages orange Jell-O1 cup hot orange...

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Glazed Tofu Bars
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Glazed Tofu Bars

Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons cider vinegarpepper, to...

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Honeyed Pineapple
AppetizersDessertPineapple

Honeyed Pineapple

Ingredients: 1 pineapple1/4 cup honey Directions: Peel the pineapple, cut into 4 wedges, and...

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Turnip and Havarti Torte
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Turnip and Havarti Torte

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs large turnips, of similar size2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room...

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Alton Brown's Cuban Sandwich
AppetizersEggs/dairyMain dish

Alton Brown’s Cuban Sandwich

Ingredients: 4 hoagie rolls2 tablespoons yellow mustard1/4 lb baked ham, thinly sliced1/4 lb roast...

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AppetizersNorth americanVegetables

Jicama With Chili Salt

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon kosher salt1/4-1/2 teaspoon chili powder1 jicama ( 1 1/2 to 2...

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Baked Egg Rolls
AppetizersMain dishVegetables

Baked Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs turkey or 1 1/4 lbs chicken1 1/2 cups bean sprouts2...

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Easy Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Easy Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 8 fresh mushrooms1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese1 teaspoon...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cheesy Asparagus And Ham

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup flour2 cups milk1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese1/4 teaspoon...

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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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Curried Chicken Spread
AppetizersChickenSpreads

Curried Chicken Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened ( low fat OK)1 cup chicken, finely minced...

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Peachy Cream Cheese Jalapeno Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Peachy Cream Cheese Jalapeno Spread

Ingredients: 1/4 cup peach preserves or 1/4 cup apricot preserves1/2 red jalapeno chiles, seeded...

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Denise's Meatballs
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Denise’s Meatballs

Ingredients: 3 lbs ground beef1 (12 ounce) cans evaporated milk1 cup quick-cooking oats, uncooked1...

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Creamy Sweet Potato Soup With Baby Peas
AppetizersSoups & stewsYam/sweet potato

Creamy Sweet Potato Soup With Baby Peas

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter2 mcintosh apples, peeled,cored and diced1 medium onions, peeled and chopped4...

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Avery Island Deviled Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Avery Island Deviled Shrimp

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter1 lb breaded shrimp ( frozen or your own)2 tablespoons butter1...

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Sausage Balls With Apples and Craisins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Sausage Balls With Apples and Craisins

Ingredients: 1 lb bulk pork sausage2 1/2 cups baking mix2 granny smith apples, grated...

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Fried Olives
AppetizersEuropeanGreek

Fried Olives

Ingredients: 1/2 lb green pitted olives or 1/2 lb green olives, with pits1 red...

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Mediterranean Pizzas
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Mediterranean Pizzas

Ingredients: 8 large pita breads1 pint grape tomatoes2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon coarse salt1/2...

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Deep Fried Mashed Potatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Deep Fried Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 cups mashed potatoessalt and pepper, to tastecheese, any type (optional)1/2 cup flour1...

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Burger Bites
AppetizersGround beefPineapple

Burger Bites

Ingredients: 1/2 cup barbecue sauce ( suggest KRAFT Honey Barbecue Sauce or BULL’S-EYE Original...

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Baby Artichokes
AppetizersLow fatVegetables

Baby Artichokes, Elegant and Easy First Course

Ingredients: 3 baby artichokes, per person1/4 cup Best Foods Mayonnaise1 teaspoon French’s mustardkosher saltfreshly...

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Baked Tomatoes With Olives
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Baked Tomatoes With Olives

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups warm cooked spelt or 1 1/4 cups cracked farro3/4 cup...

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I Love Olives! Appetizer
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

I Love Olives! Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 cup pimento stuffed olives, drained and sliced3/4 cup chunky salsa, drained slightly1...

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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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Thai Meatballs With Peanut Sauce
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Thai Meatballs With Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 500 g beef minceflour ( for coating)peanut oil ( for frying)2 tablespoons coriander,...

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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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Sun-dried Tomato and Pesto Torta
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Sun-dried Tomato and Pesto Torta

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter1/2 small onions, finely chopped1/2...

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AppetizersAsianChinese

Chinese-Style Spareribs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine1 clove garlic, finely chopped1 envelope onion...

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Three Little Pigs Snack Mix
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Three Little Pigs Snack Mix

Ingredients: 1 cup potato sticks1 cup pretzel sticks1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks ( or...

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Bleu Cheese Appetizer Tarts
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Bleu Cheese Appetizer Tarts

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine,...

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Green Grape Delight
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Green Grape Delight

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese1 tablespoon mayonnaise1 tablespoon sugar1 dash cayenne pepper1...

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Sushi  Poppers
AppetizersSalmonTuna

Sushi Poppers

Ingredients: 1 cup freshly cooked short-grain rice3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar2 tablespoons toasted sesame...

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Tex-Mex Cheese Fondue
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Tex-Mex Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs gruyere or 1 1/4 lbs swiss cheese, grated1 lb monterey...

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Neiman Marcus Strawberry Butter
AppetizersSpreadsStrawberries

Neiman Marcus Strawberry Butter

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter1/2 cup strawberry preserves Directions: Whip butter in a bowl with...

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AppetizersBreakfastSavory pies

Lower-Cal Buttermilk Bacon Spinach Quiche

Ingredients: 1 cup low-fat buttermilk1 cup light cream or 1 cup half & half...

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7 Layer Taco Dip
< 15 minsAppetizersFor large groups

7 Layer Taco Dip

Ingredients: 9 ounces bean dipguacamole (optional)8 ounces sour cream8 ounces salsa6 ounces shredded colby...

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Sushi Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Sushi Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup sushi rice ( uncooked)1 red peppers1 yellow peppers1 orange bell peppers1...

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AppetizersMain dishShrimp

South of the Border Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined4 tablespoons butter2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons...

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Tyropita (Cheese pies)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Tyropita (Cheese pies)

Ingredients: 1 lb feta cheese1 lb phyllo pastry1/4 lb ground kefalograviera cheese1 cup milk3...

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BLT Turkey Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

BLT Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons mayonnaise8 large iceberg lettuce leaves16 slices deli smoked turkey4 slices American...

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Summer Tomato Tart
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Summer Tomato Tart

Ingredients: 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed2 egg yolks2 teaspoons corn oil2 teaspoons water4...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Leftover Bread Patties

Ingredients: 4 ounces leftover stale bread3 eggs4 ounces different leftover hard cheese, grated1 tablespoon...

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Rice Paper Wrapped Fish
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Rice Paper Wrapped Fish

Ingredients: 800 g firm fish fillets2 green chilies, chopped1 tablespoon sesame oil4 tablespoons chopped...

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Chicken-Mandarin Orange Spread Sandwiches
AppetizersLunch/snacksOranges

Chicken-Mandarin Orange Spread Sandwiches

Ingredients: 12 slices raisin bread1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 1/2 cups chopped...

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Tuna pockets
AppetizersSaltwater fishTuna

Tuna pockets

Ingredients: 2 cans tuna2 picklesonionsmayonnaise, to tastesalt and pepperwhole grain bread ( “or” what...

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Groundhog Pecans
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Groundhog Pecans

Ingredients: 4 cups pecan halves1/4 cup pure maple syrup ( do not use pancake...

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Chicken Sesame Bites
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Chicken Sesame Bites

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup sesame seeds2...

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Ginger Camembert
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Ginger Camembert

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) packages camembert cheese3 tablespoons ginger marmalade1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1 tablespoon...

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Garlic Bread Topped With Crab Meat and Spinach
AppetizersBreadsCrab

Garlic Bread Topped With Crab Meat and Spinach

Ingredients: 1 lb loaf fresh garlic bread, sliced6 ounces fresh lump crabmeat1/4 cup shredded...

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Pesto and Goat Cheese Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Pesto and Goat Cheese Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 ounces goat cheese ( adjust amount to suit size of tortilla)3 tablespoons...

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MAG's Extra Special Extra Delicious Candied Pecans
AppetizersDessertLunch/snacks

MAG’s Extra Special Extra Delicious Candied Pecans

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cold water1 egg whites1 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cinnamon1 lb...

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Easy Whole Wheat  Cauliflower Samosa
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Easy Whole Wheat Cauliflower Samosa

Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour1 cup all-purpose flour4 tablespoons ghee, melted ( can...

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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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