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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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Pumpkin Fritters
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Pumpkin Fritters

Ingredients: 2 lbs pumpkin, coarsely grated1 large onions, chopped ( 1 cup)2 green onions,...

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Hot Crab Bites
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Hot Crab Bites

Ingredients: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup cottage cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1 (6 ounce) cans...

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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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AppetizersPineappleSpreads

Chattanooga Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained6 slices bacon, crumbled2 (8...

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Sheila's Smoked Tuna Dip
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Sheila’s Smoked Tuna Dip

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in vegetable oil5 tablespoons liquid smoke3 tablespoons Mrs....

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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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AmericanAppetizersEggs/dairy

Appetizer Cream Cheese Pinwheels, Yummy!

Ingredients: 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese8 ounces reduced-fat sour cream1 cup grated cheese (...

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Brie With Roasted Pear and Thyme
AppetizersCheesePears

Brie With Roasted Pear and Thyme

Ingredients: 1 (6 inch) brie round2 almost ripe pears2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme...

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Tamale Dip
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Tamale Dip

Ingredients: 2 lbs Velveeta reduced fat cheese product1 (4 ounce) cans green chilies, chopped2...

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Mama's Nachos Grande!!!
AmericanAppetizersSouthwestern u.s.

Mama’s Nachos Grande!!!

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sunflower oil or 2 tablespoons corn oil1 onions, finely chopped1/2 green...

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Garlic shrimp (gambas al ajillo)
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Garlic shrimp (gambas al ajillo)

Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled,deveined,tail removed3 -4 cloves garlic, thinly slicedchili flakes1/4 cup...

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Meatballs in Garlic
< 60 minsAppetizersMeat

Meatballs in Garlic, Tomato and Mint Sauce

Ingredients: 350 g mincemeat1 onions, chopped1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced1/2 sprig chopped parsley1/2 sprig chopped...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Ham and cheese crescent snacks

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons...

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Mexican Fiesta Biscuit Bake
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mexican Fiesta Biscuit Bake

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons margarine1 (16 1/3 ounce) cans Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1 (10...

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Spanish Potatoes Bravos
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Spanish Potatoes Bravos

Ingredients: 500 g potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks400 g canned diced tomatoes1 garlic...

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Candied Kielbasa
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Candied Kielbasa

Ingredients: 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup prepared horseradish2 lbs kielbasa, thinly...

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Chipotle Cheese Fondue
AppetizersMain dishSauces

Chipotle Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1/2 lb finely diced gruyere cheese ( about 2 cups)1/2 lb finely diced...

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Garbanzo Bean Salad With Tuna and Creamy Lemon Dressing
AppetizersSaladsTuna

Garbanzo Bean Salad With Tuna and Creamy Lemon Dressing

Ingredients: 1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt4 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard2 tablespoons...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Adam West’s Super Bowl Dumplings

Ingredients: 1 lb sweet Italian sausage links, removed from casings1 large onions, peeled and...

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Perfect Mozzarella Sticks
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Perfect Mozzarella Sticks

Ingredients: 10 egg roll wraps1 package mozzarella cheese ( Medium to large size)1 eggsvegetable...

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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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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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Simple yet       Elegant Babylonian Apricot Jewels
AppetizersCheeseDessert

Simple yet Elegant Babylonian Apricot Jewels

Ingredients: 32 dried apricots4 ounces finely ground cashews2 ounces raisins1/4 cup white wine1 lemons,...

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Cherry tomato and Feta cheese slice
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Cherry tomato and Feta cheese slice

Ingredients: 1 sheet ready rolled puff pastry, thawed2 tablespoons olive oil500 g cherry tomatoes1...

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Lynn's Killer Clams Casino
AppetizersLow calorieSeafood

Lynn’s Killer Clams Casino

Ingredients: 18 top neck clams ( a little larger than little necks, but still...

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Spicy Chicken Pastries
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Spicy Chicken Pastries

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups shortening4 cups flour, and a little more as needed2 teaspoons...

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Classy Spinach Bundles with Pistachio Dressing
AppetizersFruitSide dishes

Classy Spinach Bundles with Pistachio Dressing

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 tablespoon vinegar1 teaspoon honey or 1 teaspoon pure maple...

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Always Perfect Sweet and Sour Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Always Perfect Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beefgarlic powderonion powder1 eggs1/4 cup matzo meal12 ounces chili sauce1/2...

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Baked "Fried" Veggies
AppetizersKid FriendlyVegetables

Baked “Fried” Veggies

Ingredients: 1 cup instant potato flakes1/3 cup parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon garlic...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksPork

Thai Spring Rolls (Pa Pia)

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil4 cloves chopped garlic4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro1 (6 1/2...

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Traditional Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Traditional Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 (48 ounce) cans V8 vegetable juice ( spicy if desired)2 avocados, chopped2...

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Individual Mini Shrimp Quiches
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Individual Mini Shrimp Quiches

Ingredients: 36 frozen mini tart shells1/2 lb shrimp, cooked, chopped ( save 36 shrimp...

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Creamy Whipped Brie with Cranberry Salsa
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Creamy Whipped Brie with Cranberry Salsa

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh cranberries3 medium green onions, finely chopped1 small red jalapeno chiles,...

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Cucumber
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Cucumber, Feta, and Mint Salad

Ingredients: 2 medium English cucumbers1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese1/2 cup chopped fresh mint...

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French Tomato Mustard Pie
AppetizersLunch/snacksSavory pies

French Tomato Mustard Pie

Ingredients: 1 pie crusts4 ounces French mustard4 ounces swiss cheese, grated6 sliced tomatoes1 teaspoon...

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Greek Biscuits
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Greek Biscuits

Ingredients: 2/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled1 tablespoon lemon juice2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill2 tablespoons...

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Prawn Sang Choy Bow
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Prawn Sang Choy Bow

Ingredients: 750 g prawns, chopped1 teaspoon sesame oil1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons chopped spring...

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Chicken and Pesto Terrine
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Chicken and Pesto Terrine

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oil1 onions, finely chopped1/3 cup pine nuts4 garlic cloves, finely chopped750...

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Chicken Strips with Sweet and Sour Sauce
AppetizersSaucesSweet sauces

Chicken Strips with Sweet and Sour Sauce

Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts2 large eggs6 tablespoons buttermilk1 1/2 cups fine...

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Margaritas and Shrimp All Around
AppetizersShrimpSide dishes

Margaritas and Shrimp All Around

Ingredients: 1 cup tequila ( preferably 100% blue agave)1/2 cup Cointreau liqueur or 1/2...

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Cheese and Guinness Fondue
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cheese and Guinness Fondue

Ingredients: 2 lbs cheddar cheese, grated1/2 pint Guinness stout6 -8 teaspoons Worcestershire saucesalt &...

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Salami and Parmesan Pinwheels
AppetizersBeefMeat

Salami and Parmesan Pinwheels

Ingredients: 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese3/4 teaspoon dried thyme3/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1...

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Double Baked Potatoes With Mushrooms and Cheese
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Double Baked Potatoes With Mushrooms and Cheese

Ingredients: 6 small russet potatoes, scrubbed ( about 7 ounces each)5 tablespoons butter, divided,...

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Canapes with Green Spread
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Canapes with Green Spread

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped1 1/2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature1 tablespoon freshly...

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Sausage-cheese Balls
AppetizersHigh calciumLunch/snacks

Sausage-cheese Balls

Ingredients: 1 lb bulk sausage ( hot or mild)3 cups baking mix ( I...

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German Potato Pancakes
AppetizersBreakfastPancakes and waffles

German Potato Pancakes

Ingredients: 3 large potatoes1 small onions3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 eggs1 pinch baking powdersaltpepperoil Directions:...

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Halloween Spooky Spider Snacks (Fun for the Kids to Make)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Halloween Spooky Spider Snacks (Fun for the Kids to Make)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, plus1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter48 butter flavored crackers...

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Potato Skins with Guacamole
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Potato Skins with Guacamole

Ingredients: 2 baked potatoes2 tablespoons olive oilsea salt1 large ripe avocados, halved and stoned1...

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Shaved Croutons
AppetizersGarnishesSalads

Shaved Croutons

Ingredients: 1/2 loaf italian whole wheat bread2 -3 tablespoons olive oilkosher saltfreshly cround black...

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Crostini With Olives and Feta Spread
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Crostini With Olives and Feta Spread

Ingredients: 1 loaf baguette-style French bread ( unsliced)4 ounces sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil1/4...

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Bacon Wrapped Smokies
AppetizersMeatVery low carbs

Bacon Wrapped Smokies

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) packages cocktail franks1 lb baconbrown sugar Directions: heat oven to...

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Pink Adobe Peanut Chicken
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Pink Adobe Peanut Chicken

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into strips6 ounces bottles beer4 tablespoons molasses2...

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Blue Cheese Stuffed Endive (Diabetic)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Blue Cheese Stuffed Endive (Diabetic)

Ingredients: 8 ounces fat free cream cheese1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled1/4 cup scallions, finely...

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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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Crab Appetizers
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 can flakey biscuits8 ounces cream cheese1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt1 tablespoon chopped fresh...

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Kelly's Tapenade
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Kelly’s Tapenade

Ingredients: 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted1 (15 ounce) cans black olives ( I get...

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Cucumber Open Faced Sandwiches
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Cucumber Open Faced Sandwiches

Ingredients: 3 cucumbers, peeled and sliced thin ( seedless are great)8 ounces cream cheese,...

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Brie and Dried Cranberry Quesadillas
AppetizersEggs/dairyLunch/snacks

Brie and Dried Cranberry Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 cup thinly sliced yellow onions8 flour tortillas...

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Easy Tomato Mozzarella Bruschetta
AppetizersTomatoesVegetables

Easy Tomato Mozzarella Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 ripe tomatoes, diced1/2 red onions, diced1/3 cup mozzarella cheese, diced2 tablespoons extra...

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Cheesy Deep-Fried Hush Puppies
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Cheesy Deep-Fried Hush Puppies

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups cornmeal1/2 cup finely chopped onions1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/2...

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