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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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Brazilian Cheese Puffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Brazilian Cheese Puffs

Ingredients: 4 cups tapioca flour1 1/2 cups milk1/2 cup butter1 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups...

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Amusement Park Cornbread
AppetizersBreadsQuick breads

Amusement Park Cornbread

Ingredients: 2/3 cup white sugar1 teaspoon salt1/3 cup butter, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 eggs2...

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Olives
AppetizersEuropeanLunch/snacks

Olives, Italian Style

Ingredients: 1 (9 ounce) jars large green olives, with pits, your choice of brand2...

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AppetizersPotatoesSalads

Sweet Potato Salad (Slatit batata helwa)

Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes3/4 teaspoon grated fresh ginger1...

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Three Onion Spread
AppetizersOnionsSpreads

Three Onion Spread

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup vidalia onions, chopped1 cup red onions, chopped1 tablespoon...

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Another Simple Chicken Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Another Simple Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups chicken, cooked & chopped1/2 medium onions, chopped1/2 cup dill relish or...

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Chicken Prosciutto Pieces
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Prosciutto Pieces

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon honey1/4 cup Dijon mustard4 slices prosciutto (thin slices) or 4 slices...

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Honey Garlic Appetizer Meatballs
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Honey Garlic Appetizer Meatballs

Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 cup breadcrumbs3/4 cup milk1/2 cup onions ( finely...

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Crab Cakes With Creamy Chili Sauce
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Cakes With Creamy Chili Sauce

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 shallots, chopped2 cloves garlic, chopped2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce1/2 cup...

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Dad's Cheese Spread
AppetizersHigh calciumSpreads

Dad’s Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers wispride sharp cheddar cheese spread ( softened at room...

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Pasta with Asparagus
AppetizersSaladsSide dishes

Pasta with Asparagus

Ingredients: 1/2 lb cooked elbow macaroni5 cloves garlic, minced1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese1 teaspoon...

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AppetizersNorth americanVegetables

Jicama With Chili Salt

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon kosher salt1/4-1/2 teaspoon chili powder1 jicama ( 1 1/2 to 2...

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Stuffed Baked Sardines
AppetizersLunch/snacksSaltwater fish

Stuffed Baked Sardines

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil1 large onions, finely diced2 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 cup...

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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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Bev's Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsLunch/snacks

Bev’s Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hardboiled egg1/4 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish1 tablespoon vinegar1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire...

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Green chile Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Green chile Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 cups shedded cheddar cheese ( 8 oz)1 (4 ounce) cans diced green...

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Tempura  Batter
< 15 minsAppetizersSide dishes

Tempura Batter

Ingredients: 3/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup...

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AppetizersEggs/dairyLow carb

Avocado Stuffed Eggs

Ingredients: 1 dozen eggs2 medium ripe california avocados2 tablespoons onions, minced1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4...

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Salmon Pate' Ala Villani
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Salmon Pate’ Ala Villani

Ingredients: 7 1/2 ounces canned salmon, drained4 ounces cream cheese4 drops liquid smoke2 teaspoons...

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Shrimp Kelaguen
AppetizersSaladsShrimp

Shrimp Kelaguen

Ingredients: 5 lbs shrimp ( shelless and headless)1 whole onions5 -6 stalks green onions1...

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My Saganaki
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

My Saganaki

Ingredients: 1/2 lb kasseri cheese ( in 2 large slices)flour ( as needed)1/4 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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Green Beans with Ricotta Salata
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Green Beans with Ricotta Salata

Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus1/8 teaspoon salt8 ounces string beans, stem ends trimmed1...

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Shrimp Teriyaki Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp Teriyaki Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, shelled and deveined ( I used 21-25 per pound)1/3...

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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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Blue Cheese and Cranberry Endive Delights
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Blue Cheese and Cranberry Endive Delights

Ingredients: 2 heads Belgian endive, separated and cleaned1 (4 ounce) containers of crumbled blue...

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Spicy Cornmeal Crackers
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegan

Spicy Cornmeal Crackers

Ingredients: 1 cup cold water1/4 cup olive oil2 1/2 cups flour1/2 cup cornmeal1 1/2...

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Three Little Pigs Snack Mix
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Three Little Pigs Snack Mix

Ingredients: 1 cup potato sticks1 cup pretzel sticks1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks ( or...

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Mexican Pizza Like Taco Bells
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Mexican Pizza Like Taco Bells

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning2 tablespoons water8 small...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Oven Parmesan Chips

Ingredients: 4 medium unpeeled baking potatoes1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted1 tablespoon...

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Potato and Coriander Samosas
AppetizersLunch/snacksPotatoes

Potato and Coriander Samosas

Ingredients: 50 g butter2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger2 teaspoons cumin seeds1 teaspoon Madras curry...

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Mediterranean Cheese Foldovers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Mediterranean Cheese Foldovers

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) containers crumbled feta cheese with garlic and herbs ( 1...

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Charbroiled Oysters from Dragos
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Charbroiled Oysters from Dragos

Ingredients: 32 oysters, on the half shell1 cup butter2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic1/2 teaspoon...

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Garlic Bread Topped With Crab Meat and Spinach
AppetizersBreadsCrab

Garlic Bread Topped With Crab Meat and Spinach

Ingredients: 1 lb loaf fresh garlic bread, sliced6 ounces fresh lump crabmeat1/4 cup shredded...

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Shrimp Pesto Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Shrimp Pesto Pizza

Ingredients: 1 pillsbury refrigerated pizza dough12 ounces cooked shrimp, medium size1/4 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon...

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Korean Spinach Soup
AppetizersGround beefSoups & stews

Korean Spinach Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh spinach1 green onions, sliced1 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon sesame oil1/2...

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Chocolate Covered Apricots
AppetizersDessertFruit

Chocolate Covered Apricots

Ingredients: 30 dried apricots1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon solid shortening Directions: In a...

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Crispy Potato Poppers
AppetizersLow fatSide dishes

Crispy Potato Poppers

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups mashed potatoes ( leftover)1 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon parsley1 eggs1/2...

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Fried Brie With Cranberry Sauce
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Fried Brie With Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients: 1 cup unbleached flour1 lb brie cheese ( not over-ripe)1 eggs, lightly beaten1...

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Oregano Breadsticks
< 30 minsAppetizersBreads

Oregano Breadsticks

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) cans refrigerated breadstick dough1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon dried oreganocooking...

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Carrot
AppetizersApplesCondiments

Carrot, Apple, and Horseradish Salad

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups coarsely grated carrots2 large granny smith apples1/2 cup sour cream2...

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Chinese Five-Spice Chicken Wings With Cilantro Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Chinese Five-Spice Chicken Wings With Cilantro Sauce

Ingredients: 40 chicken wings or 20 whole chicken wings2 tablespoons Chinese five spice powder3...

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Sesame Pita Crisps
AppetizersBreadsLow cholesterol

Sesame Pita Crisps

Ingredients: 4 pita breads2 tablespoons olive oilsalt, to taste1 tablespoon sesame seeds Directions: Carefully...

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Mozzarella in Carrozza - Nigella Lawson
AppetizersBreakfastCheese

Mozzarella in Carrozza – Nigella Lawson

Ingredients: 6 slices white bread, crusts removedmozzarella cheese, cut into approximately 1/4 inch slices,...

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Oven-Roasted Parsnips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Oven-Roasted Parsnips

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs parsnips, peeled and julienned3 tablespoons olive oil2 pinches cayenne (...

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Greek Salad Bites
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Greek Salad Bites

Ingredients: 1 cup crumbled feta cheese ( 4 ounces)1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup snipped...

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Asian Glazed Salmon With Oriental Salad
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Asian Glazed Salmon With Oriental Salad

Ingredients: 6 pieces salmon3 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons soy sauce6 teaspoons oyster saucefresh ground...

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Southwestern Potato Slices-Better Than Chips!
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Southwestern Potato Slices-Better Than Chips!

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes ( about 6 medium)3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 1/2...

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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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Twisted Quesadillas
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Twisted Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresno chile pepper ( 1 medium)1/2...

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Cucumber Party Bread
AppetizersBreadsVegetarian

Cucumber Party Bread

Ingredients: 1 medium cucumbers1 loaf rye cocktail bread ( found in the deli section)1...

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AppetizersChickenMain dish

Quick Orange-Cumin Chicken

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, crushed1/4 cup parsley1/2 cup orange juice concentrate2 tablespoons oil2 tablespoons...

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Garlic Snow Peas
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Garlic Snow Peas

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh snow peas ( washed, dried, and trimmed)1 -2 tablespoon sesame...

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Cold Teriyaki Tofu
AppetizersBeansSoy/tofu

Cold Teriyaki Tofu

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) packages firm tofu1/2 cup soy sauce3 cloves minced garlic2 teaspoons...

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Florida Crab Cakes With Avocado Butter
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Florida Crab Cakes With Avocado Butter

Ingredients: 3/4 lb crabmeat1/2 cup breadcrumbs2 tablespoons mayonnaise2 tablespoons parsley, chopped1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1...

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Hot Shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Hot Shrimp, Bacon, and Horseradish Casserole Dip

Ingredients: 1/2 lb medium shrimp, cooked and deveined6 slices bacon1 (8 ounce) packages cream...

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AppetizersMeatPork

Jalapeno Poppers, “Armadillo Eggs” (no stuffing)

Ingredients: 1/2 lb monterey jack cheese1/2 lb sharp cheddar cheese1/2 lb hot pork sausage...

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Grilled Portabella Mushrooms
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Grilled Portabella Mushrooms

Ingredients: olive oil flavored cooking spray1 -2 portabella mushrooms, cap1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon coarsley...

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Bacon Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Bacon Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef8 -10 slices bacon, cut into small pieces2...

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Nacho Potato Skins
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Nacho Potato Skins

Ingredients: 6 medium potatoes, such as russet ( 2 lbs)cooking oilshorteningbutter or margarine1/4 cup...

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