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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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Pork Souvlaki
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Pork Souvlaki

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless pork loin or 1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloins1/4 cup...

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Shrimp Remoulade
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Remoulade

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons dry mustard2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 teaspoon paprika1/2...

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Jalapeno Cheese Ball
AppetizersEggs/dairyTex Mex

Jalapeno Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature2 jars Hormel dried beef ( accept no...

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Steak Nachos
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Steak Nachos

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) beef top round steak, chopped1/4 cup chopped onions1 tablespoon vegetable...

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Basil and Feta Spread
AppetizersGreekSpreads

Basil and Feta Spread

Ingredients: 1 cup loosely packed basil leaves1/4 cup chopped chives2 tablespoons minced onions2 -3...

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Sausage Croustades
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Sausage Croustades

Ingredients: 16 slices white bread or 16 slices brown bread1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup...

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Bavarian Crostini
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Bavarian Crostini

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine1 large Spanish onions, thinly sliced1 garlic...

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Watermelon Crawl- Aka Spiked Watermelon
AppetizersBeveragesMelons

Watermelon Crawl- Aka Spiked Watermelon

Ingredients: 1 watermelon750 ml rum or 750 ml vanilla vodka or 750 ml coconut...

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Joanne's Creamy Bruschetta
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Joanne’s Creamy Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated2 tomatoes, diced, to taste2 tablespoons parmesan...

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Drew's Homemade Pimiento Cheese - Spicy or Mild
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Drew’s Homemade Pimiento Cheese – Spicy or Mild

Ingredients: 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese ( 8 ounces)1/4-1/2 cup mayonnaise ( I...

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Lemonade Chex Mix
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Lemonade Chex Mix

Ingredients: 3 cups Corn Chex3 cups Rice Chex3 cups Wheat Chex1 cup sliced almonds1/4...

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Ham and Cheese Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Ham and Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons dry onion...

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Warm Imported Olive Appetizer
AppetizersFruitPitted fruits

Warm Imported Olive Appetizer

Ingredients: 1/2 lb kalamata olives1/2 lb nicoise olivesextra virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced...

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Maple Broiled Scallops or Chicken Breast Bites
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Maple Broiled Scallops or Chicken Breast Bites

Ingredients: 16 sea scallops ( or 16 1-inch pieces of chicken breast)6 slices bacon,...

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Sushi Rolls
AppetizersFruitLunch/snacks

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sushi Rolls

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter2 tablespoons jam (pick your favorite) or 2 tablespoons...

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AmericanAppetizersVegetables

Outback Steakhouse Bloomin’ Onion

Ingredients: 1/3 cup cornstarch1 1/2 cups flour2 teaspoons garlic, minced2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon salt1...

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Grilled Strawberries
AppetizersDessertStrawberries

Grilled Strawberries

Ingredients: 8 large strawberries, whole & cleaned1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon sugar or 1...

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Red Lentil Puree
AppetizersGrainsSide dishes

Red Lentil Puree

Ingredients: 7 ounces red lentils1 1/2 cups water5 -8 sprigs thyme ( 10-12 cm...

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Vietnamese Chicken Meatballs in Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersChickenLunch/snacks

Vietnamese Chicken Meatballs in Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of visible fat and cut into...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksPork

Mushroom Stacks

Ingredients: 6 large field mushrooms50 g blue cheese1 tablespoon sunflower seeds2 sprigs flat leaf...

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Broiled Buffalo Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Broiled Buffalo Wings

Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken wings, tips removed ( about 24)1 (2 ounce) envelopes Lipton...

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AppetizersBeefLunch/snacks

Grape Dogs

Ingredients: 24 fluid ounces chili sauce8 fluid ounces grape jelly20 hot dogs, sliced into...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Parmesan Triscuit Snacks

Ingredients: 15 Triscuit crackers ( I use reduced-fat)1/2 tablespoon olive oil1/2 tablespoon garlic powder15...

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Manchurian Shrimp (Garlic Flavored Shrimp)
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Manchurian Shrimp (Garlic Flavored Shrimp)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs shrimp ( 16-20 per pound)1 teaspoon cornstarch1 teaspoon ginger paste1...

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Turkish Meatballs (Kofta)
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Turkish Meatballs (Kofta)

Ingredients: 1 cup fine fresh breadcrumbs1 lb lean ground lamb1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1...

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Jalapeno Cheese
AppetizersSpreadsVegan

Jalapeno Cheese

Ingredients: 2 cups macadamia nuts, soaked 8 hours and drained2 cups filtered water (...

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Brie Appetizer to Travel
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Brie Appetizer to Travel

Ingredients: 12 ounces brie round1 (18 ounce) containers caramel apple dip7 ounces mixed dried...

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Dancing Pepitas (toasted pumpkin seeds)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Dancing Pepitas (toasted pumpkin seeds)

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon oil1 clove garlic, slightly smashed1/2 cup pepitas ( pumpkin seeds, raw...

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Moose Shrimp
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Moose Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons creole seasoning1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon cayenne pepper1...

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Louisiana Deviled Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Louisiana Deviled Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1/4 cup onions, finely chopped1/4 cup green bell peppers, finely chopped3 tablespoons celery,...

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Bloody Mary Salad
AppetizersSaladsSeafood

Bloody Mary Salad

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon shallots, finely minced1/4 cup vodka ( or 1/4...

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Dumplings With Ginger Dipping Sauce
AppetizersMeatPork

Dumplings With Ginger Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground lean pork1 scallions, finely minced1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce1...

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Jamaican Chicken Patties
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Jamaican Chicken Patties

Ingredients: 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 sweet potatoes, medium sized, to yield...

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Cheddar Nut Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cheddar Nut Spread

Ingredients: 1 lb shredded cheddar cheese, grated1 cup chopped walnuts1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup green...

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Sweet Chicken Skewers With a Peanut Dip
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Sweet Chicken Skewers With a Peanut Dip

Ingredients: 1/3 cup hot apple juice1/4 cup teriyaki sauce1/4 cup peanut butter1/4 cup soy...

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Copycat Applebee's Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Copycat Applebee’s Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon hormel real bacon bits ( black label)2 8-inch flour tortillassoftened butter...

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Teriyaki Sirloin Strips
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Teriyaki Sirloin Strips

Ingredients: 2 lbs sirloin steaks, cut into 1/2-inch strips1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 cup rice...

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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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< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Dorothy’s Leek Stuff

Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry, defrosted but kept cold in fridge1 leeks, sliced (...

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Vegas Shrimp Cocktail
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Vegas Shrimp Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs medium shrimp, shelled, deveined, washed well in tepid water and...

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Chicken Enchilada Ring
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Chicken Enchilada Ring

Ingredients: 2 cups coarsely chopped cooked chicken1/4 cup chopped pitted ripe olives1 (4 ounce)...

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Smoked Pepper and Butter Bean Vegetarian Sausages
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Smoked Pepper and Butter Bean Vegetarian Sausages

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sunflower oil1 red peppers, deseeded and finely chopped1 yellow peppers, deseeded...

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Chicken and Lemon Pot Stickers With Soy-Scallion Dipping Sauce
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Chicken and Lemon Pot Stickers With Soy-Scallion Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry sherry1/2 cup water1/2 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms3/4 cup finely chopped...

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Crispy Chicken Fingers with Spicy Honey Mustard
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Crispy Chicken Fingers with Spicy Honey Mustard

Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breast tenders2 eggs1/4 cup milksalt and pepper1 1/2 cups Italian...

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Steamed Yam Cake
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Steamed Yam Cake

Ingredients: 170 g rice flour30 g wheat starch350 g yams, diced into cubes50 g...

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Bleu Krab Quiche
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Bleu Krab Quiche

Ingredients: 1/2 cup onions, thinly sliced into rings1 tablespoon butter1 unbaked pie crusts1 cup...

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Breaded Chicken Fingers
AppetizersLow carbMain dish

Breaded Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 6 chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch strips ( or chicken tenders)1 eggs,...

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Eggplant Rolls filled with Basil and Cheese
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Eggplant Rolls filled with Basil and Cheese

Ingredients: 1 onions, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil1 clove garlic, minced2 lbs tomatoes, peeled,seeded and...

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Half-Time Nachos
AppetizersBeansCheese

Half-Time Nachos

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1/2-3/4 cup sour cream1 cup avocado dip (optional)1...

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Domatokeftedes - Greek Tomato Patties
AppetizersLunch/snacksTomatoes

Domatokeftedes – Greek Tomato Patties

Ingredients: 8 large tomatoes, chopped1 large onions, peeled and chopped1 teaspoon sugarsalt and pepperself-raising...

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Mojos (Delicious Deep Fried Potatoes)
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Mojos (Delicious Deep Fried Potatoes)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon garlic salt3/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon salt4...

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Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Feta Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Feta Spread

Ingredients: 4 cups cream cheese1 lb feta cheese1 cup milk6 garlic cloves1/8 lb sun-dried...

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"buffalo" Stuffed Eggs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

“buffalo” Stuffed Eggs

Ingredients: 12 eggs ( hard-boiled, cooled & halved)1/4 cup blue cheese ( well-crumbled, may...

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Shrimp Verde
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp Verde

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil2 garlic cloves, chopped1/4 cup green onions, chopped1 lb fresh...

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Crescent Mushroom Turnovers
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Crescent Mushroom Turnovers

Ingredients: 1/4 lb fresh mushrooms, coarsley chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons minced onions3...

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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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Jalapeno Poppers Stuffed with Cheese and Crab
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Jalapeno Poppers Stuffed with Cheese and Crab

Ingredients: 16 fresh jalapeno chiles2 1/2 cups milk1/4 lb grated cheddar cheese1/4 lb cream...

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Anchovy Rolls
AppetizersFishSeafood

Anchovy Rolls

Ingredients: 2 (2 ounce) cans anchovies ( with or without capers)2 tablespoons creme fraiche...

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Whiskey Weiners
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Whiskey Weiners

Ingredients: 1 lb beef smokies3/4 cup chili sauce or 3/4 cup ketchup1/4 cup brown...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mexican Party Wings

Ingredients: 24 chicken drummettes2 -3 teaspoons oil1 package taco seasoning mix1 cup flour Directions:...

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