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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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Chicken Taquitos
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Chicken Taquitos

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded1 (10 ounce) cans mild enchilada sauce1 cup shredded...

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Chile-Lime Shrimp on Skewers
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Chile-Lime Shrimp on Skewers

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons chili oil1/4 cup fresh lime juice2 garlic cloves,...

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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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Antipasto Di Melanzane (Eggplant Appetizer)
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Antipasto Di Melanzane (Eggplant Appetizer)

Ingredients: 2 large eggplants1/4 cup olive oil3 large ripe tomatoes4 garlic cloves1 tablespoon tomato...

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Spicy Creole Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Spicy Creole Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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Baked Brie Pastries With Artichoke and Prosciutto
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Baked Brie Pastries With Artichoke and Prosciutto

Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry, cut into 9 squares ( 8 ounces, 1/2 package...

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Coconut Shrimp Wontons
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Coconut Shrimp Wontons

Ingredients: 1 cup shrimp, cooked and chopped1 cup unsweetened flaked coconut1 (3 ounce) packages...

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Oven-baked Parmesan Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Oven-baked Parmesan Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 8 to 10 strips1/4 cup...

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Kulikuli (Peanut Balls)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Kulikuli (Peanut Balls)

Ingredients: 1 lb roasted peanuts1/4 cup peanut oil ( to taste)1 small onions, finely...

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Crusty Crab
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crusty Crab

Ingredients: 1/2 lb crabmeat2 tomatoes, chopped and drained2 hard-boiled eggs1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup sour...

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Chipotle Hummus
< 60 minsAppetizersFor 1 or 2

Chipotle Hummus

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked garbanzo beans3 tablespoons tahini1 1/2 teaspoons chopped garlic1 tablespoon...

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June's Addiction (Cucumber Sandwich)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

June’s Addiction (Cucumber Sandwich)

Ingredients: 1 slice dill rye bread, toastedmayonnaise2 slices tomatoes, to cover5 slices cucumbers, to...

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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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Garlic Cheese Fondue
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Garlic Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1 lb swiss cheese, grated1/2 lb gruyere cheese, grated3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon...

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Grilled Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Grilled Oysters

Ingredients: 1 small onions, grated1/4 cup hoisin sauce3 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon hot pepper...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Warm Ziti Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked ziti pasta1/4 cup chopped fresh basil3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons...

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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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Vegetarian Lasagna With Radicchio and Shiitakes
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Vegetarian Lasagna With Radicchio and Shiitakes

Ingredients: 1 quart milk4 ounces butter6 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium...

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Florida Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Florida Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh crabmeat, picked over1/2 cup fresh white breadcrumbs2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons...

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Cajun-Style Chicken Fingers
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cajun-Style Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts3 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons...

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Cheddar Cheese and Broccoli Appetizers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cheddar Cheese and Broccoli Appetizers

Ingredients: 10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli8 ounces whole kernel corn, drained1/4 cup onions, chopped1/2...

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Meatball Bubble Biscuits
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Meatball Bubble Biscuits

Ingredients: 1 (16 1/3 ounce) cans ready-to-bake refrigerated buttermilk flaky biscuits ( or other...

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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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BBQ Ranch Quesadilla Wedges
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

BBQ Ranch Quesadilla Wedges

Ingredients: 1/2 green bell peppers, sliced2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 yellow bell peppers, sliced1/2 red...

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Bacon Biscuit Balls
AppetizersMeatVegetables

Bacon Biscuit Balls

Ingredients: 1 lb bacon4 tablespoons chopped green peppers3 tablespoons chopped fresh mushrooms1 1/2 cups...

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Smoked Salmon Pinwheels
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Smoked Salmon Pinwheels

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 teaspoons...

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Parsnip Chips
AppetizersLow proteinVegetables

Parsnip Chips

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs parsnips, peeled2 quarts peanut oilsalt Directions: Cut parsnips lengthwise into...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Steamed Pork Wontons

Ingredients: 1/3 cup canned bamboo shoots, drained8 ounces pork loin ( with fatback or...

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Broiled Stuffed Onions
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Broiled Stuffed Onions

Ingredients: 10 big white onions1/8 cup buttersalt and pepper1 package frozen chopped spinach1/2 teaspoon...

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The Crazy Haole's Taquitos
AppetizersBeansLunch/snacks

The Crazy Haole’s Taquitos

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1/4 cup spaghetti sauce1 tablespoon hot chili sauce1...

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Peanut Butter Banana Rounds
AppetizersLow fatLow protein

Peanut Butter Banana Rounds

Ingredients: 1 slice breadpeanut butterbananas Directions: Crusts off the bread.Spread with Peanut butter.lay a...

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Chocolate Halloween Mice
AppetizersCandyDessert

Chocolate Halloween Mice

Ingredients: 4 (1 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares1/3 cup sour cream1 cup chocolate wafers,...

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AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Kinder, Gentler Latkes

Ingredients: 5 -6 large red potatoes, un-peeled ( 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pounds)1...

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Tomato Basil Gooey Cheese Side Dish
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Tomato Basil Gooey Cheese Side Dish

Ingredients: 1 medium ripe tomatoes, cored and sliced into thick rings1/4 cup fresh basil...

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Grandma's Oyster Crackers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Grandma’s Oyster Crackers

Ingredients: 1/2-1 cup oil, to preference1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix2 teaspoons...

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Prosciutto
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Prosciutto, Fontina and Tomato Grilled Panini

Ingredients: 1 loaf rustic bread ( 1 lb.)1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/2 cup olive oil5...

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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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Banana Fritters a La Jacques Pepin
AppetizersBananasBreakfast

Banana Fritters a La Jacques Pepin

Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1 eggs1 1/4 cups ice water1 cup...

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Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos

Ingredients: 1 (26 ounce) cans of whole jalapenos ( about 15-20 total, I’ve used...

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Fried Bread (I Call It Bannock)
AppetizersBreadsQuick breads

Fried Bread (I Call It Bannock)

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup cold wateroil,...

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Heat Wave Maguro Poke
AppetizersSaltwater fishTuna

Heat Wave Maguro Poke

Ingredients: 2 green onions, sliced1 teaspoon chili paste1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon toasted sesame...

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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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Bubba's Baked Onions I I
AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Bubba’s Baked Onions I I

Ingredients: 1 large vidalia onions1 beef bouillon cubesbutter or margarine Directions: Peel Vidalia and...

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Roasted Garlic Spread
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Roasted Garlic Spread

Ingredients: 4 heads garlic1/8-1/4 cup olive oilsalt and pepper1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced Directions:...

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Country Pate Gourmet Group
AppetizersFrenchMeat

Country Pate Gourmet Group

Ingredients: Pam cooking spray3/4 cup dried cranberries1 eggs, beaten1/2 cup shallots1/2 cup chopped pistachios1/3...

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Smoked Gouda and Caramelized Onion Quesadillas
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Smoked Gouda and Caramelized Onion Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 onions, thinly sliced1 tablespoon golden brown sugar1/4 teaspoon white wine...

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Renkon Butter
AppetizersFishSeafood

Renkon Butter

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon peanut oil6 slices fresh lotus root, peeled, cut...

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Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Salsa Wraps Stolen from Sharon

Ingredients: 6 -8 large tortillas16 ounces soften cream cheese1 cup prepared salsa1 cup shredded...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Fried Halloumi Salad

Ingredients: 1 halloumi cheese2 tablespoons seasoned flour2 tablespoons olive oil1 limes, juice and zest...

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Gorgonzola Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Gorgonzola Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1/2 lb gorgonzola or 1/2 lb Roquefort cheese, crumbled1 (8 ounce) packages cream...

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Oven Baked Sweet Plantains
AppetizersBananasSide dishes

Oven Baked Sweet Plantains

Ingredients: 4 very ripe plantains ( when the skin is yellow with spots of...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Orange – Pecan Spread

Ingredients: 6 ounces cream cheese1/2 cup orange marmalade1/2 cup chopped pecans Directions: Mix all...

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Mexican Seafood Cocktail
AppetizersNorth americanSeafood

Mexican Seafood Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chilled Clamato juice ( or 1 cup tomato juice and...

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Heather's Fruit Pizza Quick and Simple
AppetizersDessertPies and tarts

Heather’s Fruit Pizza Quick and Simple

Ingredients: 1 (16 1/2 ounce) packages Pillsbury sugar cookie dough ( 1-2 packages. depends...

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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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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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Succulent Prawns for the Barbie
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Succulent Prawns for the Barbie

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup minced fresh herbs ( ,...

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I Can't Be Left Alone With It
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

I Can’t Be Left Alone With It, Artichoke Pie

Ingredients: 1 (9 ounce) boxes frozen artichoke hearts, thawed & chopped small1 tablespoon olive...

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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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Gourmet Garlic Loaf - Over the Top Garlic Bread!
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Gourmet Garlic Loaf – Over the Top Garlic Bread!

Ingredients: 1 loaf long French bread1/2 cup butter6 cloves garlic, crushed2 tablespoons sesame seeds1...

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