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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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Fried Baby Artichokes
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Fried Baby Artichokes

Ingredients: 1 lemons, halved12 baby artichokes3 cups olive oil1/3 cup flour1 teaspoon garlic powder1...

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Cheese Quesadillas
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cheese Quesadillas

Ingredients: 8 10-inch flour tortillas1/4 cup butter1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese1/4 cup finely...

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Tortilla Triangles With Avocado Salsa
AppetizersSalsasSauces

Tortilla Triangles With Avocado Salsa

Ingredients: 4 corn tortillasoil ( for frying)2 avocados, firm but ripe, halved, peeled and...

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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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AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Super Healthy Hummus

Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, minced, more if you like1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt1 tablespoon...

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Wild Rice Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Wild Rice Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water1/2 cup wild rice, uncooked1 lb crabmeat ( imitation works...

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Ham and Provolone Pinwheels
AppetizersBreakfastOne Dish meal

Ham and Provolone Pinwheels

Ingredients: 1/4 cup mayonnaise or 1/4 cup salad dressing ( I use light)2 -3...

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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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Chicken Peanut Sate
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken Peanut Sate

Ingredients: 20 (6 inch) bamboo skewers10 slices bacon4 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tablespoons peanut...

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Laura Lee's Dried Beef Cheese Ball
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Laura Lee’s Dried Beef Cheese Ball

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

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Cucumber and Sour Creme “Miseria”

Ingredients: 2 cucumberssaltpepper1 pint sour cream Directions: skin the cucumbers.and slice them thin.sprinkle with...

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Layered Camembert
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Layered Camembert

Ingredients: 1 (4 1/2 ounce) round camembert cheese4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon dry...

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Parsnip Chips
AppetizersLow proteinVegetables

Parsnip Chips

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs parsnips, peeled2 quarts peanut oilsalt Directions: Cut parsnips lengthwise into...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Steamed Pork Wontons

Ingredients: 1/3 cup canned bamboo shoots, drained8 ounces pork loin ( with fatback or...

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Tequenos
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Tequenos

Ingredients: 1 kg flour1 cup vegetable oil1 eggs1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon sugar1 kg white...

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Gus's Incredible Chicken Taco Filling
AppetizersOne Dish mealSpreads

Gus’s Incredible Chicken Taco Filling

Ingredients: 1 whole large chicken, boiled and boned1 (16 ounce) jars of pickled mild...

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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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Kale-Corn Fritters
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Kale-Corn Fritters

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1 cup yellow cornmeal1 teaspoon salt, to taste2 cups fresh corn...

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Dales Deviled Eggs
AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Dales Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 eggs1/2 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon brown mustard1 tablespoon bread and butter pickle juice1...

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Stuffed Vienna Bread
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Stuffed Vienna Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf vienna bread, sliced diagonally almost through to crust1 lb swiss cheese,...

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Acorn Squash With Cracker Stuffing
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Acorn Squash With Cracker Stuffing

Ingredients: 4 acorn squash ( halved)1 cup melted butter14 ounces crumbled Ritz crackers1 cup...

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Tabbouleh - Middle Eastern Salad
AppetizersGrainsPasta

Tabbouleh – Middle Eastern Salad

Ingredients: 2 cups couscous6 lemons, juice of1/2 cup very fine dice onions1/2 cup fine...

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String Cheese Sticks
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

String Cheese Sticks

Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups Bisquick baking mix2/3 cup milk8 sticks mozzarella string cheese1 tablespoon...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksOranges

Shannon’s Good for You Parfait

Ingredients: 3/4 cup slightly defrosted frozen unsweetened blueberries8 fresh strawberries, slicedartificial sweetener1 (6 ounce)...

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Chicken Garlic Bites
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Chicken Garlic Bites

Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces1/2 cup olive oil4...

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Chargrilled Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Chargrilled Oysters

Ingredients: 12 fresh oysters, in the half shell1 cup butter, melted1 cup grated parmesan...

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Jack Salmon Skewers
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Jack Salmon Skewers

Ingredients: 4 lbs salmon ( skinned)9 green onions1/3 cup Bourbon1/3 cup maple syrup3 tablespoons...

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Mexican Snack Stacks
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mexican Snack Stacks

Ingredients: 1/2 cup salsa ( any variety, I used my homemade)1/4 cup sour cream1/2...

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AppetizersBeefLunch/snacks

Grape Dogs

Ingredients: 24 fluid ounces chili sauce8 fluid ounces grape jelly20 hot dogs, sliced into...

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Moose Shrimp
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Moose Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons creole seasoning1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon cayenne pepper1...

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Smokey Salmon Spread
AppetizersSalmonSpreads

Smokey Salmon Spread

Ingredients: 1 (15 1/2 ounce) cans salmon1 tablespoon lemon juice2 teaspoons grated onions2 teaspoons...

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Kulikuli (Peanut Balls)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Kulikuli (Peanut Balls)

Ingredients: 1 lb roasted peanuts1/4 cup peanut oil ( to taste)1 small onions, finely...

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Chipotle Appetizer Meatballs
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Chipotle Appetizer Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 medium onions, chopped4 cloves garlic, chopped1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 cup tomato sauce2...

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AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Welsh Rarebit

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2...

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Diabetic
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Diabetic, Low-Fat Jalapeno Pepper Spread

Ingredients: 3 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened1/4 cup jalapeno jelly Directions: In small bowl,...

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Italian Sausage Bread
< 4 hoursAppetizersBreads

Italian Sausage Bread

Ingredients: 8 ounces bulk Italian sausage ( we like the extra spicy one)1 cup...

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Easy French Onion Soup
< 60 minsAppetizersSoups & stews

Easy French Onion Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 cup margarine ( 1 stick)4 large onions, sliced,separated into rings ( use...

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Blue Jimmy Pillows
< 60 minsAppetizersSeafood

Blue Jimmy Pillows

Ingredients: 2 cups crabmeat ( jumbo lump)1 cup chicken broth1/2 cup vegetable oil3 teaspoons...

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Johnnie's Sauerkraut
AppetizersLow cholesterolLow protein

Johnnie’s Sauerkraut

Ingredients: 1 (27 ounce) cans sauerkraut, do not drain1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 cup oil...

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Make a Snake Sandwich
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Make a Snake Sandwich

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) cans crescent rolls ( 8 count)flour, for dusting4 tablespoons spicy...

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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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No-Fuss Taquitos
AppetizersBeefMain dish

No-Fuss Taquitos

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) cans libby’s roast beef in gravy or 1 lb leftover...

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Green Chili Artichoke Dip
< 30 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Green Chili Artichoke Dip

Ingredients: 1 baguette1 cup mayonnaise1 cup grated parmesan cheese1 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts,...

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Tortilla Dessert Cups
AppetizersCheeseDessert

Tortilla Dessert Cups

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamon10 (6 inch) flour tortillas8 ounces reduced-fat cream...

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Breaded Sauteed Goat Cheese Patties
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Breaded Sauteed Goat Cheese Patties

Ingredients: 1 cup soft goat cheese1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs ( I use homemade or...

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Hot Bacon Cheese Bites
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Hot Bacon Cheese Bites

Ingredients: 6 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons...

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Hot Crab Spread Appetizer
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Hot Crab Spread Appetizer

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese1 tablespoon milk ( whole or skim)2 tablespoons chopped onions1/2-2...

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Sweet 'n' Sticky Chicken Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Sweet ‘n’ Sticky Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 12 chicken wings2 tablespoons whole grain mustard1 tablespoon honey1 large lemons2 cloves garlic,...

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Avocado Fries With Habanero Ketchup
AppetizersFruitTropical fruits

Avocado Fries With Habanero Ketchup

Ingredients: 1 quart oil ( for frying)2 avocados, just beginning to ripen1 cup flour1...

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Marshmallow Nachos
AppetizersCandyDessert

Marshmallow Nachos

Ingredients: 7 -8 waffle cones8 large marshmallows2 tablespoons caramel ice cream topping2 tablespoons chocolate...

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Chicken Cucumber Boats
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Chicken Cucumber Boats

Ingredients: 2 medium cucumbers1 cup cooked chicken breasts, cubed3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded1/2 cup...

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Cherry Cheese Flakies
AppetizersCakesPies and tarts

Cherry Cheese Flakies

Ingredients: 8 sheets phyllo dough, covered with a damp cloth1/3 cup butter, melted1 (125...

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Deep Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Deep Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 1 lb tofu2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped1 coriander leaves, coarsely chopped ( if...

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Antipasto Di Melanzane (Eggplant Appetizer)
AppetizersSpreadsVegetables

Antipasto Di Melanzane (Eggplant Appetizer)

Ingredients: 2 large eggplants1/4 cup olive oil3 large ripe tomatoes4 garlic cloves1 tablespoon tomato...

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Half-Time Nachos
AppetizersBeansCheese

Half-Time Nachos

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans1/2-3/4 cup sour cream1 cup avocado dip (optional)1...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Baked Falafel

Ingredients: 3 cups tinned chickpeas, well drained1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1/2 cup finely chopped...

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Meatballs in Cheese Pastry
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Meatballs in Cheese Pastry

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1 pinch cayenne pepper100 g butter1 1/4 cups cheese, grated (...

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Boursin Mushrooms
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Boursin Mushrooms

Ingredients: 16 ounces large button mushrooms1 package boursin cheese, garlic and herb flavored1 -1...

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Spinach-Red Pepper Crostini
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Spinach-Red Pepper Crostini

Ingredients: 1 French baguettes, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices1 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped...

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Olive Pinwheel Bread
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Olive Pinwheel Bread

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) packages refrigerated French bread dough, unrolled1 tablespoon olive oil, more...

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