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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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Dove Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishPoultry

Dove Kabobs

Ingredients: 3 dove breasts3 medium onions1 large bell peppersteriyaki saucecherry tomatoesmushrooms Directions: Marinate breasts...

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Guacamole Pronto!
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Guacamole Pronto!

Ingredients: 1 avocados1/4 cup picante sauce ( we use Pace medium)salt and pepper Directions:...

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AppetizersFishSaltwater fish

Sardine Tapas

Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oilself rising flour3/4 lb fresh sardinessalt ( sea...

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Black Bean Cakes
AppetizersGrainsLunch/snacks

Black Bean Cakes

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed2 tablespoons vegetable broth or...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Barbecued Drumsticks

Ingredients: 5 cloves garlic, crushed4 fluid ounces soy sauce8 chicken drumsticks Directions: In a...

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Baked Havarti
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Baked Havarti

Ingredients: 20 slices havarti cheese1 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls2 granny smith...

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Christmas Tree Edible Centerpiece
AppetizersBroccoliSide dishes

Christmas Tree Edible Centerpiece

Ingredients: 4 lettuce leaves (optional)8 cups broccoli, & broccoflower heads blanched1 cup petite carrots4...

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Seasoned Goldfish Crackers
AppetizersKid FriendlyToddler Friendly

Seasoned Goldfish Crackers

Ingredients: 18 ounces cheddar cheese goldfish crackers1 ounce ranch dressing mix3 teaspoons dill weed1/2...

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Colorfull fresh salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Colorfull fresh salad

Ingredients: 3 fresh carrots1 granny smith apples ( Green acidy apple)1 small red onions1...

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Crab Salad Roll-Ups
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Salad Roll-Ups

Ingredients: 3/4 lb crab salad ( purchased in the deli section)3 ounces cream cheese,...

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Light Shrimp Mold
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Light Shrimp Mold

Ingredients: 1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/2 cup water8 ounces cream cheese8 ounces thousand island dressing1/4-1/2...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Baked Stuffed Mushrooms Caps

Ingredients: 24 medium mushrooms, cleaned4 tablespoons butter, melted1/4 cup onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons dry...

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Three-Cheese Stuffed Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Three-Cheese Stuffed Shrimp

Ingredients: 1/4 cup asiago cheese, grated1/4 cup monterey jack cheese, grated1/4 cup parmesan cheese,...

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Perfect Pimento Cheese
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Perfect Pimento Cheese

Ingredients: 1 (2 ounce) jars diced pimentos8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated1/2 cup...

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Black Bean Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Black Bean Salsa

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained1 (10 ounce) cans canned corn niblets,...

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Bruschetta II
AppetizersItalianVegetables

Bruschetta II

Ingredients: 1 baguette or 1 sourdough loaf3 -4 roma tomatoes, sliced*1/2 cup fresh parmesan...

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Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Kabobs

Ingredients: 1/4 cup honey1 tablespoon minced canned chipotle chiles in adobo2 garlic cloves, minced1/2...

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Mock Pierogi
AppetizersPastaSide dishes

Mock Pierogi

Ingredients: 42 wonton skins ( 42)2 large baking potatoes, peeled and cubed1/2 cup cheddar...

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Taco Party Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Taco Party Wings

Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken wings, thawed if frozen1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning...

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Thai Inspired Pork Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishPork

Thai Inspired Pork Kabobs

Ingredients: 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 tablespoons water2 teaspoons...

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AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Easy Caprese (Insalata)

Ingredients: 2 large firm tomatoes ( sliced thin)1/2 lb mozzarella cheese ( sliced)1/3 cup...

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Easy Crispy Taco Turnovers
AppetizersLunch/snacksNorth american

Easy Crispy Taco Turnovers

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef ( can use ground turkey if you like)1/2...

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Turkey Wraps (from leftovers)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Turkey Wraps (from leftovers)

Ingredients: 1/4 cup ultra light mayonnaise or 1/4 cup light mayonnaise1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1...

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Zucchini Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Zucchini Chips

Ingredients: 3 -4 cups vegetable oil1 cup all-purpose flour1 -2 zucchini Directions: Fill a...

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Apricot and Nectarine Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Apricot and Nectarine Salsa

Ingredients: 1 cup dice apricots1 cup diced nectarines1/2 cup diced red peppers1 jalapenos, minced1...

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Grilled Zucchini With Fresh Mozzarella
AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Grilled Zucchini With Fresh Mozzarella

Ingredients: 3 zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices ( about 1 pound)2 tablespoons...

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Tequila-Chili Spiked Vegetables
AppetizersTex MexVegetables

Tequila-Chili Spiked Vegetables

Ingredients: 24 radishes1 lb jicama8 carrots4 teaspoons fresh lime juice4 teaspoons tequila1 1/2 teaspoons...

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Avocado Appetiser
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Avocado Appetiser

Ingredients: 1 ripe avocados6 hard-boiled eggs1 small onions, chopped finesalt Directions: Hard boil eggs.Chop...

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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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Chunky Hawaiian Spread
AppetizersPineappleSpreads

Chunky Hawaiian Spread

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages light cream cheese, softened1/2 cup light sour cream or...

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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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Drunken Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Drunken Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup shallots ( finely chopped)1 teaspoon garlic ( minced)1/2 tablespoon...

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Tuna and Avocado Shell Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksOne Dish meal

Tuna and Avocado Shell Salad

Ingredients: 12 jumbo pasta shells, fresh cooked2 cans tuna in water, drained1 avocados, diced3...

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Big John's Cajun Fried Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Big John’s Cajun Fried Oysters

Ingredients: 1 quart oysters, with juice ( medium Size)2 tablespoons butter2 whole eggs, beaten...

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Unfried Green Tomatoes
AppetizersSide dishesTomatoes

Unfried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup yellow cornmeal1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper1 dash...

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Cheesy Pretzels
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Cheesy Pretzels

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups Gold Medal all-purpose flour2/3 cup milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese...

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Spicy Creole Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Spicy Creole Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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Roasted Asparagus With Lemon
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Roasted Asparagus With Lemon

Ingredients: 2 lbs asparagus1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 lemons, zest...

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Curried Cheese and Olive Toasts
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Curried Cheese and Olive Toasts

Ingredients: 1 cup grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans sliced ripe olives,...

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Easy Deep-Fried Mushroom Caps
AppetizersEggsSide dishes

Easy Deep-Fried Mushroom Caps

Ingredients: 12 -14 large white mushrooms, stems and caps separated1/2 cup flour2 eggs, beatenfine...

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Pizza Dough
AppetizersGrainsPasta

Pizza Dough

Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast ( or fresh)1 teaspoon honey1 cup...

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Spinach Gruyere Puff Pastry
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Spinach Gruyere Puff Pastry

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed4 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup sliced...

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Beef Kabobs With Apricot Glaze
AppetizersBeefMain dish

Beef Kabobs With Apricot Glaze

Ingredients: 1 (15 1/4 ounce) cans apricot halves1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon...

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Artichoke Bread
AppetizersBreadsPasta

Artichoke Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread2 garlic cloves2 tablespoons butter1 (6 1/2 ounce) jars marinated...

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Spinach Pear Salad from Restaurateur
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Spinach Pear Salad from Restaurateur, Tom Douglas

Ingredients: 3/4 cup cashews ( about 3 ounces)1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted1 teaspoon chopped...

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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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AppetizersCheeseShrimp

Shrimp with Green Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter3 cloves garlic, chopped1/2 medium onions, chopped1/4 cup fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon...

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My Neptune Spread
AppetizersCrabSpreads

My Neptune Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced1/2 teaspoon dried...

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Cocktail Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Cocktail Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb very large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and rinsed, reserving shells ( 16...

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Balsamic Roasted Pears With Pepper and Honey
AppetizersCheeseDessert

Balsamic Roasted Pears With Pepper and Honey

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter2 firm-ripe pears, halved lengthwise and cored3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar4...

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Larb Chicken
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Larb Chicken

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons vegetable oil2 lbs ground chicken1 stalk lemongrass1/4 cup chopped green onions1...

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Turkish Braised Leeks with Olives
AppetizersFruitSide dishes

Turkish Braised Leeks with Olives

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil or 1/2 cup vegetable oil2 lbs leeks, white and...

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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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Roasted Potato Peels
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Roasted Potato Peels

Ingredients: 2 cups potatoes, peelings from about 4 baked potatoes, with a little potato...

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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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Crisp German Meatballs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Crisp German Meatballs

Ingredients: 1/2 lb pork sausage1/4 cup onions, chopped1 (16 ounce) cans sauerkraut, drain and...

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Chilli Prawn and  Bean Thread Noodle Salad
AppetizersSaladsShrimp

Chilli Prawn and Bean Thread Noodle Salad

Ingredients: 250 g cooked medium prawns60 ml lime juice2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce (...

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Curried Chicken Spread
AppetizersChickenSpreads

Curried Chicken Spread

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened ( low fat OK)1 cup chicken, finely minced...

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Party Stuffed Mushrooms
AmericanAppetizersVegetables

Party Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 12 medium fresh mushrooms, cleaned2 tablespoons unsalted margarine, divided1/8 cup finely chopped celery1/8...

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Marinated Tomatoes With Basil and Balsamic Vinegar
AppetizersSaladsTomatoes

Marinated Tomatoes With Basil and Balsamic Vinegar

Ingredients: 1 small red onions, thinly sliced4 cups ice water1/2-3/4 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup...

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