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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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John's Killer Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

John’s Killer Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 bell peppers, chopped1 vidalia onions, chopped1 cup shredded cheese2 grilled chicken breasts,...

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Delicious Cheesy Bacon and Green Onion Potato Skins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Delicious Cheesy Bacon and Green Onion Potato Skins

Ingredients: 6 large russet potatoesoilsalt and pepper1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)10 -15 slices...

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Vegetarian Spring Rolls
AppetizersAsianThai

Vegetarian Spring Rolls

Ingredients: 1/4 cup lime juice3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped2 teaspoons Thai fish sauce...

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Garlic Prawns in the Microwave
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Garlic Prawns in the Microwave

Ingredients: 500 g prawns ( raw)1/3 cup peanut oil2 garlic cloves ( crushed or...

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Jerusalem Artichoke Patties
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Jerusalem Artichoke Patties

Ingredients: 2/3 cup mushrooms, cleaned & sliced1/2 cup onions, peeled and thinly sliced1 clove...

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Cajun Tofu Slices
AppetizersBeansSoy/tofu

Cajun Tofu Slices

Ingredients: 1 (350 g) packages extra firm tofu, cut diagonally into triangles1 teaspoon roasted...

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Mary-Mex Crab Wraps
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Mary-Mex Crab Wraps

Ingredients: 1/2 lb backfin crab meat1 medium avocados, sliced4 large tortillas2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon...

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Mirj's Faux Crab Salad
AppetizersCrabSalads

Mirj’s Faux Crab Salad

Ingredients: 300 g imitation crabmeat ( I use Alaska pollack)1 bunch scallions, green part...

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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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AppetizersBreadsItalian

Most Delicious Garlic Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread, thickly sliced or halved lengthwiseolive oil6 cloves garlic, minced3/4...

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Onion Souffle
AppetizersEggs/dairyOnions

Onion Souffle

Ingredients: 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise1 (12 ounce) packages frozen onions1/2...

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Cowboy Potato Rounds
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Cowboy Potato Rounds

Ingredients: 2 large baking potatoes, unpeeledno-stick vegetable oil cooking spray1/2-3/4 cup tex-mex cheese5 slices...

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Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 12 large mushrooms or 18 medium mushrooms2 tablespoons salad oil1 (6 ounce) packages...

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The Best Fried Ravioli
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

The Best Fried Ravioli

Ingredients: olive oil, for frying1 cup buttermilk2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs1 (24 count) boxes...

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Ranch Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Ranch Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 eggs3 tablespoons ranch salad dressing6 -8 ounces ranch flavored cream cheesesalt &...

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Pineapple Fireballs
AppetizersDessertPineapple

Pineapple Fireballs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon baking powder2 teaspoons cayenne pepper2 teaspoons curry powder2 teaspoons...

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English-Style Baked Chips
< 60 minsAppetizersLunch/snacks

English-Style Baked Chips

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) baking potatoes3 cups very hot water1 teaspoon canola oilcooking spray1...

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Scallion Pancakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Scallion Pancakes

Ingredients: 1 large eggs1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil4 flour tortillas1/2 cup scallions, finely chopped2...

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cream cheese stuffed jalapenos
AppetizersLow carbLow in...

cream cheese stuffed jalapenos

Ingredients: 1 package cream cheese, softenedfresh jalapenos, sliced lengthwise and seeded1/4 cup mayonnaise or...

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Crustless Zucchini and Tomato Quiche
< 4 hoursAppetizersEggs/dairy

Crustless Zucchini and Tomato Quiche

Ingredients: 2 cups zucchini, sliced thin1/2 cup onions, thin sliced2 tablespoons olive oil1 large...

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Chili Powder Chicken with Cilantro Cream
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Chili Powder Chicken with Cilantro Cream

Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1 tablespoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Thai Meatballs With Peanut Sauce
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Thai Meatballs With Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 500 g beef minceflour ( for coating)peanut oil ( for frying)2 tablespoons coriander,...

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Mini Swiss Cheese Quiche
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mini Swiss Cheese Quiche

Ingredients: 2 prepared pie pastry ( enough to cut out 25 2-1/2-inch rounds)2 cups...

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Shrimp - Tomato Bruschetta
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Shrimp – Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) loaves French baguettes1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon snipped fresh oregano1...

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Deep Fried Eggplant (Aubergine)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Deep Fried Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour3 eggs1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups breadcrumbs, freshly made2 teaspoons paprika2...

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Taco Roll Ups
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Taco Roll Ups

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese12 ounces sour cream1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese1 package...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Sandwich Loaf

Ingredients: 1 loaf firm bread, unslicedsoftened butter3 cups deviled ham or 3 cups cooked...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) Roll
AppetizersOne Dish mealSavory pies

Eggplant (Aubergine) Roll

Ingredients: 2 lbs eggplants, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices1 lb ground beef1 medium...

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Grandiose Gazpacho
AppetizersLemonSoups & stews

Grandiose Gazpacho

Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) cans contadina diced tomatoes with garlic1 small vidalia onions, chopped1...

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Shrimp Puffs - OAMC
AppetizersCrabShrimp

Shrimp Puffs – OAMC

Ingredients: 6 slices firm white bread ( Pepperidge Farm is good)1 lb uncooked frozen...

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Pasta
AppetizersPastaSalads

Pasta, Pesto and Peas

Ingredients: 3/4 lb fusilli3/4 lb bow tie pasta1/4 cup olive oil1 1/2 cups pesto...

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Rosti With Vacherin Fribourgeois
AppetizersLunch/snacksSauces

Rosti With Vacherin Fribourgeois

Ingredients: 800 g unpeeled potatoes2 teaspoons salt2 tablespoons butter1 onions, diced1 garlic cloves, minced250...

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Tomatoes Stuffed With Chicken Chipotle Salad
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Tomatoes Stuffed With Chicken Chipotle Salad

Ingredients: 1 large tomatoes, seeded and core removed,drained upside down on a paper towel12...

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Spicy Carrot Puree
AfricanAppetizersVegetables

Spicy Carrot Puree

Ingredients: 750 g carrots, peeled and choppedsalt4 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons wine vinegar2 garlic...

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AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Aloo Paratha (Indian Potato-Stuffed Flatbreads)

Ingredients: 3 -4 medium potatoes1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2...

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Spinach Pie or Spanakopita
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Spinach Pie or Spanakopita

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil12 scallions, sliced2 (10 ounce) packages chopped fresh spinach (...

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Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts ( 6)2 eggs2 tablespoons melted butter...

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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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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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AppetizersOnionsSide dishes

Beer Batter Onion Rings

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1 cup beer ( I prefer Budweiser)2 large onions ( I...

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Bedeviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsLunch/snacks

Bedeviled Eggs

Ingredients: 8 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled1/4 cup tartar sauce1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard1 1/4...

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Krab Rangoon Dip With Toasted Wonton Dippers
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Krab Rangoon Dip With Toasted Wonton Dippers

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons soy sauce1 teaspoon gingerroot, minced3...

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Garlicky Tomato Bruschetta
AppetizersItalianVegetables

Garlicky Tomato Bruschetta

Ingredients: 2 tomatoes, in small cubes1 teaspoon dried basil2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese2 tablespoons...

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Pear and Blue Cheese Tartlets
AppetizersCheesePears

Pear and Blue Cheese Tartlets

Ingredients: 30 frozen miniature phyllo cups1 tablespoon butter2 pears, peeled and chopped2 teaspoons sugar5...

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Asian Beef Skewers - 3 Points
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Asian Beef Skewers – 3 Points

Ingredients: 3 scallions, sliced2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, grated peeled1...

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Buffalo Chicken Tenders or Fingers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Buffalo Chicken Tenders or Fingers

Ingredients: 16 breaded chicken tenders1/2 cup louisiana hot sauce1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic...

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Koftas
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Koftas

Ingredients: 500 g lamb mince or 500 g beef mince1 purple shallots, sliced thinly3...

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Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter1/3 cup red peppers, diced1/3 cup celery, diced1/3 cup yellow onions,...

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Oklahoma-style Fried Cucumbers
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Oklahoma-style Fried Cucumbers

Ingredients: 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch slices2 eggs, beaten1 1/2...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Danish “Sillsallet” (Herring Salad)

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) jar pickled, sliced beets ( reserve liquid)3/4 cup marinated wine...

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Wine and Black Olive Pate
AppetizersEuropeanLow protein

Wine and Black Olive Pate

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 small onions, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed1 (400 g)...

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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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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip
AppetizersChocolateLunch/snacks

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 1/2 cups brown...

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Soft Shell Crabs Mia
AppetizersSeafoodVery low carbs

Soft Shell Crabs Mia

Ingredients: 8 soft shelled crabs1/4 cup soy sauce1 1/2 cups white wine1/3 cup olive...

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Apple Brie Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseDessert

Apple Brie Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 medium onions, sliced1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/8 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon...

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Potato Pancakes Polish
AppetizersBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Potato Pancakes Polish

Ingredients: 1 3/4 lbs firm potatoes, peeled1 large sweet onions, finely grated1 finely minced...

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Grilled Italian Tomatoes
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Grilled Italian Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 red vine ripened tomatoes1/2 cup olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup shredded...

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Paszteciki (Polish Pasties)
AppetizersBeefLunch/snacks

Paszteciki (Polish Pasties)

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/8 teaspoon salt1 hard-boiled eggs, yolk only1 eggs5 tablespoons unsalted butter,...

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Heloise's Olive Nut Spread
AmericanAppetizersNorth american

Heloise’s Olive Nut Spread

Ingredients: 6 ounces cream cheese, softened, i use low fat1/2 cup mayonnaise, i use...

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Crispy Brown Rice Snacks
AppetizersDessertLunch/snacks

Crispy Brown Rice Snacks

Ingredients: 2 cups crispy brown rice cereal1/2 cup honey1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup natural-style...

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