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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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Nutty Carrot Sandwich
AppetizersCarrotsSpreads

Nutty Carrot Sandwich

Ingredients: 3 large carrots, coarsely shredded2/3 cup pecans, ground1 garlic cloves, minced4 stuffed green...

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Hot Mamas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Hot Mamas

Ingredients: 1 lb cheddar cheese, grated1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated1 (4 ounce) cans...

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Brown Sugar Bacon Twists
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Brown Sugar Bacon Twists

Ingredients: 1/3 cup packed light-brown sugar or 10 packets Splenda sugar substitute1 teaspoon mustard...

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Honeyed Blue Cheese Toast
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Honeyed Blue Cheese Toast

Ingredients: 10 slices chewy bread, small rounds ( or toast points)2/3 cup blue cheese2/3...

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Guinness Battered Onion Rings
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Guinness Battered Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 lb onions, peeled and sliced into big fat rings4 ounces self-rising flour3/4...

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Tequila Poppers
AppetizersTex MexVegetables

Tequila Poppers

Ingredients: 2 pints cherry tomatoes2 cups tequila2 limes, sliced3 teaspoons coarse salt1 teaspoon grated...

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Thai Country Style Fish (Pla Nai Suan Rot Det)
AppetizersFishMain dish

Thai Country Style Fish (Pla Nai Suan Rot Det)

Ingredients: 500 g fish ( any white meat fish)5 shallots5 large garlic cloves2 coriander...

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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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Black Bean Spareribs
AppetizersMain dishPork

Black Bean Spareribs

Ingredients: 4 lbs pork spareribs ( I like back ribs)1/2 cup black bean sauce1/4...

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Blue Cheese Baguette Spread
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Blue Cheese Baguette Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled2 tablespoons walnuts, toasted and...

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Chipped Beef Dip
AppetizersEggs/dairyLow carb

Chipped Beef Dip

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 (2 1/2 ounce) jars chipped beef,...

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Shrimp Stuffed Puff Pastries
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp Stuffed Puff Pastries

Ingredients: 6 puff pastry shells1/2 lb small shrimp, cooked1 dash onion salt, to taste1...

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Zucchini Torte
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Zucchini Torte

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs zucchini4 tablespoons vegetable oil1 small onions3 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksPork

Crispy Wontons

Ingredients: 6 ounces ground pork4 water chestnuts, chopped1 ounce green onions, chopped ( with...

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Queso Flameado
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Queso Flameado

Ingredients: 1/4 lb chorizo sausage, casings removed1/2 onions, thinly sliced1 small tomatoes, diced1/4 cup...

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Walnut-Crusted Salmon Bites With Apricot Ginger Dipping Sauce
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Walnut-Crusted Salmon Bites With Apricot Ginger Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup apricot jam2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine...

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Smoked Salmon and Brie Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Smoked Salmon and Brie Pizza

Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, approximately1 lb brie cheese12 ounces smoked salmon1...

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp With Garlic Dipping Sauce
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp With Garlic Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 18 slices prosciutto18 fresh basil leaves18 extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined18 bamboo skewers,...

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Rainbow Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Rainbow Pizza

Ingredients: 2 packages Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls12 ounces cream cheese12 ounces light sour...

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Shrimp Spring Rolls (Goi Cuon)
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Shrimp Spring Rolls (Goi Cuon)

Ingredients: 1 cup vermicelli rice noodles8 -12 medium shrimp4 rice paper sheets ( 8-12...

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Four Cheese Panini With Basil Tomatoes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Four Cheese Panini With Basil Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup shredded fresh mozzarella cheese ( 3 ounces)1/2 cup shredded Fontina cheese...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Thermonuclear Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 24 chicken wings, tips cut off2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 teaspoon garlic powder3 tablespoons...

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Debby's Cheese Crisps
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Debby’s Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 2 cups swiss cheese or 2 cups monterey jack cheese (with or without...

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Crab Deviled Eggs
AppetizersCrabEggs

Crab Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs2 tablespoons soft butter2 tablespoons mayonnaise1/4 teaspoon dry mustard1/2 teaspoon lemon...

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Tanya's Sweet Chex Mix
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Tanya’s Sweet Chex Mix

Ingredients: 1 cup light Karo syrup1 cup sugar3/4 cup butter ( NOT margarine)1 dash...

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Layered Reuben Spread
< 60 minsAppetizersSpreads

Layered Reuben Spread

Ingredients: 2/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup thousand island dressing1 (8 ounce) cans sauerkraut, well drained1...

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Hummus
< 15 minsAppetizersTime to make

Hummus

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed off ( also known...

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Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa2 cups water4 large green peppers ( or 6 medium)1 medium...

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Fiesta Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Fiesta Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 8 hard-boiled eggs1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup salsa2 tablespoons sliced...

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Clams in a Spicy Broth
< 30 minsAppetizersTime to make

Clams in a Spicy Broth

Ingredients: 2 lbs manila clams3 tablespoons red onions, diced3 tablespoons carrots, diced3 tablespoons celery,...

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Baked Sweet Potato Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Baked Sweet Potato Chips

Ingredients: 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8 inch thick slices1 1/2...

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Sensational Shrimp Mold
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Sensational Shrimp Mold

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper1 lb medium shrimp1 (8 ounce)...

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Your Basic Baked Potato
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Your Basic Baked Potato

Ingredients: 6 medium white potatoesshortening (optional) Directions: Scrub potatoes with water (Do not peel.).Rub...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Jenny’s Harvest Popcorn Mix

Ingredients: 3 quarts popped popcorn, plain and unseasoned1 cup dried apples, cut into 1/2...

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Beer Battered Shrimp
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Beer Battered Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb large or jumbo fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined4 ounces self-rising flour3/4...

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Easy Chile Relleggrolls
AppetizersCheeseMain dish

Easy Chile Relleggrolls

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans whole green chilies1/2 lb mild cheddar cheese1/2 lb monterey...

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Teriyaki Beef Skewers
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Teriyaki Beef Skewers

Ingredients: 3/4 lb beef round tip steaks or 3/4 lb any other lean and...

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Artichoke and Crab Toasts
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Artichoke and Crab Toasts

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans marinated artichokes, drained2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat or 16...

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Garlic Scape Pesto
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Garlic Scape Pesto

Ingredients: 1/4 lb garlic scapes, chopped1/2 cup olive oil1 cup parmesan cheese, grated3 tablespoons...

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Low-Fat Yogurt Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChicken breastLunch/snacks

Low-Fat Yogurt Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 large boneless skinless chicken breasts1 cup breadcrumbs1 cup plain yogurt Directions: Preheat...

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Ricotta Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersCheeseEggs

Ricotta Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 8 -12 large fresh mushrooms, cleaned1 slice white bread1 tablespoon milk2 cloves garlic,...

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Lasagna Roll Ups
AppetizersLasagnaMain dish

Lasagna Roll Ups

Ingredients: 8 ounces dry lasagna noodles16 ounces ricotta cheese2 eggs10 ounces frozen chopped spinach...

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Crab Pie
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Crab Pie

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon flour1/2 cup chopped onions1/4 cup chopped celery1 teaspoon salt1/4...

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Dino's Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Dino’s Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 eggs4 tablespoons mayonnaise ( I prefer Hellman’s; no Miracle Whip!)1 teaspoon prepared...

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Cheddar Shrimp Nachos
AppetizersCheeseShrimp

Cheddar Shrimp Nachos

Ingredients: 3/4 lb peeled deveined, cooked shrimp1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese ( I...

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Pasta Di Pina
AppetizersPastarice and grains

Pasta Di Pina

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil4 cloves garlic, finely chopped2 tablespoons fresh breadcrumbs1/8 teaspoon pepper1...

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Crispy Prawn Baskets
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Crispy Prawn Baskets

Ingredients: 8 spring roll wrappers1 cup chopped prawns or 1 cup cooked shrimp2 cups...

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Honey Crackle Corn
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Honey Crackle Corn

Ingredients: 3 quarts freshly popped corn1 cup sliced almonds1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup...

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Crispy Parmesan Chicken Strips
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Crispy Parmesan Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups seasoned croutons ( whichever kind you like)1/3 cup parmesan cheese1...

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Crab Crostini
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Crab Crostini

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil2 teaspoons finely chopped shallots2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic1/2 cup...

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Sweet Fruit Dip
AppetizersDessertEggs/dairy

Sweet Fruit Dip

Ingredients: 4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce1 cup thawed Cool...

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AppetizersRiceSide dishes

Wild Rice Griddle Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice1 cup carrots, grated ( 2 to 3...

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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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Caribbean Shrimp
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Caribbean Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb large or jumbo shrimp, cleaned,tails left on2 teaspoons olive oil2 teaspoons...

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Tomato Bruschetta
AppetizersEuropeanItalian

Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 loaf Italian bread, sliced 1/2 inch thickolive oil2 cloves minced garlic12 roma...

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Imitation Crabmeat Rangoon
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Imitation Crabmeat Rangoon

Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) packages softened cream cheese1 cup finely chopped imitation crabmeat3 chopped...

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Nachos Agrios (Sour Cream Nachos)
AppetizersBeansCheese

Nachos Agrios (Sour Cream Nachos)

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups refried beans5 -6 ounces tortilla chips ( homemade or top...

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Broiled Deviled Tomatoes
AppetizersGrainsLunch/snacks

Broiled Deviled Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 small tomatoes, halved4 -5 cloves garlic, mashed1/2 teaspoon dry mustard2 tablespoons extra...

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Italian Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersItalianVegetables

Italian Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 24 medium fresh button mushrooms2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup scallions or 1/4 cup...

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Gravad Lax With a Mustard and Dill Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalmon

Gravad Lax With a Mustard and Dill Sauce

Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets, of approx 2 lb each thick, skin on, scaled and...

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