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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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Greek Meat Pie
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Greek Meat Pie

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground chuck1 lb lean ground lamb2 tablespoons olive oil2 onions,...

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Pepper Jack Stuffed Chicken
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Pepper Jack Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients: 2 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese ( can also use sliced deli cheese...

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Savory Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Savory Potato Skins

Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes, baked3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, melted1 -2...

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Bonstrs Awesome Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Bonstrs Awesome Salsa

Ingredients: 5 medium plum tomatoes, finely chopped1 medium yellow onions, finely chopped8 scallions, finely...

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Tuscan Cream Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Tuscan Cream Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2 teaspoons chopped garlic1 teaspoon salt1 (14...

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Martini Crab
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Martini Crab

Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups finely grated carrots1/3 cup finely chopped green onions1 large tomatoes,...

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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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Party Pin Wheels

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 (8 ounce) jars Hidden Valley Ranch...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Salami Snacks

Ingredients: 12 slices dry italian salami, thinpeanut butter ( we prefer chunky)sweet gherkins or...

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No-Fuss Taquitos
AppetizersBeefMain dish

No-Fuss Taquitos

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) cans libby’s roast beef in gravy or 1 lb leftover...

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Low Carb Garlic Cheesebread (Yes Low-Carb)
AppetizersBreadsPasta

Low Carb Garlic Cheesebread (Yes Low-Carb)

Ingredients: 2 slices low-carb breadmayonnaiseminced garlic (my choice) or garlic spray, to taste (...

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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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Baking Powder Meatballs
AppetizersSide dishesTurkey

Baking Powder Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef2/3 cup milk4 slices bread, cubed1 tablespoon onions, choppedsaltpepper2 teaspoons...

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Rick's Salsa
< 4 hoursAppetizersCondiments

Rick’s Salsa

Ingredients: 5 roma tomatoes, chopped1/8 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 cup yellow onions, chopped fine3 jalapeno...

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Cilantro Sour Cream
AppetizersCondimentsEggs/dairy

Cilantro Sour Cream

Ingredients: 16 ounces sour cream1 cup finely chopped cilantro1 medium limes Directions: Mix sour...

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Mom's Dill Beans (Pickled)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Mom’s Dill Beans (Pickled)

Ingredients: 2 cups yellow beans1 tablespoon pickling salt2 tablespoons vinegar1/2 teaspoon sugar1 sprig dill1...

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Marinated Greek Feta
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Marinated Greek Feta

Ingredients: 500 g Greek feta cheese1 1/2 cups olive oil1/4 cup cracked black pepper1/2...

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Cheese Ball with Pesto
AppetizersSpreadsWeeknight

Cheese Ball with Pesto

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/4 cup prepared pesto sauce1/2 cup grated...

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Chocolate Raspberry Fondue
AppetizersCondimentsDessert

Chocolate Raspberry Fondue

Ingredients: 2 (7 ounce) dark mildly sweet chocolate candy bars1/2 cup heavy cream1/4 cup...

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Greek Squash Pita (Savoury)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSquash

Greek Squash Pita (Savoury)

Ingredients: 2 lbs pumpkin or 2 lbs squash or 2 lbs zucchini, grated1 medium...

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Authentic Italian Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Authentic Italian Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef2 slices american bread, soaked in a1/2 cup milk1 cup...

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Marinated Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
AppetizersChickenSide dishes

Marinated Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms

Ingredients: 6 portabella mushrooms, stems removed and reserved for stuffing1/2 cup chicken broth1/2 cup...

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Golabki - Polish Stuffed Cabbage
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Golabki – Polish Stuffed Cabbage

Ingredients: 1 -2 head cabbage2 slices stale bread3/4 lb ground beef1 onions, minced2 tablespoons...

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Cheesy Crab Squares
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Cheesy Crab Squares

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) cans crescent rolls1/2 cup Miracle Whip2 teaspoons lemon juice1/8 teaspoon...

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Herb Grilled Tomatoes
AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Herb Grilled Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 small tomatoes3 tablespoons sour cream or 3 tablespoons plain yogurt1 tablespoon snipped...

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Spicy Sweet Potato Fries
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Spicy Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients: 4 sweet potatoes, about 2 lbs1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon chopped...

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Quesadillas With Options!
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Quesadillas With Options!

Ingredients: 6 tortillas ( 8 inch, sundried tomato or spinach tortillas add some extra...

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AppetizersAsianVegetables

Low Cal Vegetable Siew Mai

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons broccoli or 4 tablespoons cauliflower, chopped4 tablespoons carrots, boiled and chopped4...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Honey Pecan Chicken Cutlets

Ingredients: 1 lb skinless chicken pieces1/2 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons margarine, divided1/4 cup honey1/4...

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Green chile Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Green chile Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 cups shedded cheddar cheese ( 8 oz)1 (4 ounce) cans diced green...

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Easy Crunchy Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Easy Crunchy Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts2 teaspoons cajun seasoning1 1/2 cups crushed corn...

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Roasted Chili and Portabello Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Roasted Chili and Portabello Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 hatch chiles, roasted,seeded and chopped ( or what ever peppers you have...

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Truffled White Beans
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Truffled White Beans

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, diced2 shallots, minced1 (19 ounce) cans white beans, drained and...

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Artichoke Pie
AmericanAppetizersSide dishes

Artichoke Pie

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 clove garlic, minced2 (6 ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained1/2...

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Shrimp Ball
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Shrimp Ball

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/3 cup mayonnaise1 1/2 tablespoons horseradish2 tablespoons...

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Pizza Wrap
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Pizza Wrap

Ingredients: 1 12-inch tortillas1 -2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon parmesan cheese or...

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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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Martha's Beef and Scallion Rolls
AppetizersAsianMeat

Martha’s Beef and Scallion Rolls

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil1 red bell peppers, ribs and seeds removed, cut into...

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Delicious Diet Coleslaw
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Delicious Diet Coleslaw

Ingredients: 1/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt2 tablespoons light mayonnaise1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon...

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Wisconsin Fresh Mozzarella
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Wisconsin Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Salad

Ingredients: 2 large ripe tomatoes ( vine-ripened are best)8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons...

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Seafood Cheese Melts
AppetizersCrabSide dishes

Seafood Cheese Melts

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained ( or 7-3/4 can salmon or 6-1/2...

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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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Pizza Pinwheels  - P
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pizza Pinwheels – P

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese1/3 cup...

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Gallitos De Papa from Costa Rica
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Gallitos De Papa from Costa Rica

Ingredients: 3 large potatoes2 garlic cloves, chopped finely3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon...

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Shrimp Fradiavolo
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp Fradiavolo

Ingredients: 20 medium shrimp2 ounces vegetable oil1 teaspoon minced garlic2 ounces brandy3 ounces unsalted...

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Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 8 ounces ground beef1 cup fresh white breadcrumbs1 eggs2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese1...

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Broiled Shrimp With Honey-Sesame Sauce
AppetizersSaucesSavory sauces

Broiled Shrimp With Honey-Sesame Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 cup sesame oil1/4 cup rice wine...

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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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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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Elephant Garlic Butter
AppetizersEggs/dairySpreads

Elephant Garlic Butter

Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened1 minced elephant garlic cloves1/4 cup softened cream cheese1 tablespoon...

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Brie Stuffed Jacket Potatoes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Brie Stuffed Jacket Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 baked potatoes3 ounces brie cheese, de-rinded,room temp1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg yolks2 ounces...

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Dill Pickle Ham Pinwheels (Ham Rollups)
AmericanAppetizersNorth american

Dill Pickle Ham Pinwheels (Ham Rollups)

Ingredients: 1/2 lb thinly sliced ham or 1/2 lb salami or 1/2 lb dried...

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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Peppers
AppetizersLow carbVery low carbs

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Peppers

Ingredients: 30 jalapenos2 packages cream cheese30 slices bacon1 box toothpicks Directions: Cut off the...

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Barbecue Chicken and Black Bean Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Barbecue Chicken and Black Bean Pizza

Ingredients: 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup barbecue sauce ( your favorite brand)16...

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Chicken Balls
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Chicken Balls

Ingredients: 1 (5 ounce) cans chicken1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine1/4 teaspoon poultry...

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Tacos De Potatoes (Tacos De Hombre Pobre)
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Tacos De Potatoes (Tacos De Hombre Pobre)

Ingredients: 5 -6 cups leftover mashed potatoes, heated ( garlic flavored spuds are particularily...

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Chicken Bastilla
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Chicken Bastilla

Ingredients: 1 small chicken1 large onions, finely chopped2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger1/8 teaspoon saffron...

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AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Spanish Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons shallots, minced3/4 teaspoon...

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Creamy Crab and Shrimp Wontons
AppetizersCrabShrimp

Creamy Crab and Shrimp Wontons

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese3 green onions, chopped very fine1/4 cup seasoned...

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Greek Vegetable Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Greek Vegetable Pizza

Ingredients: 1 package pizza crust mix or 6 pocketless pitas2 -4 tablespoons red wine...

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