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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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Tuna Puffs
AppetizersSaltwater fishTuna

Tuna Puffs

Ingredients: 1 cup water1/2 cup butter1 cup flour1/4 teaspoon salt4 eggshomemade or deli bought...

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AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Mexican Pinwheels

Ingredients: 10 large flour tortillas8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream1 (4 ounce)...

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AppetizersLow calorieLow cholesterol

Amazing Stuffed ‘shrooms

Ingredients: 24 large mushrooms1 cup seasoned bread crumbs3 tablespoons cream cheese1/2-1 cup milkgrated parmesan...

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Onion Herb Bagel Chips
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Onion Herb Bagel Chips

Ingredients: 1 (1 ounce) envelope onion soup mix2/3 cup melted butter1 teaspoon crushed dried...

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Mozzarella Milananese (Fried Mozzarella Cheese)
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Mozzarella Milananese (Fried Mozzarella Cheese)

Ingredients: 1 lb mozzarella cheese ( round package)2 eggs, beaten1/2 cup flour1 cup seasoned...

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Broiled Buffalo Wings
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Broiled Buffalo Wings

Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken wings, tips removed ( about 24)1 (2 ounce) envelopes Lipton...

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Vegetarian Pate
AppetizersEggsSpreads

Vegetarian Pate

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 cup onions, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup walnuts, chopped1 1/2...

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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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Crab Appetizers
AppetizersCrabShellfish

Crab Appetizers

Ingredients: 1 can flakey biscuits8 ounces cream cheese1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt1 tablespoon chopped fresh...

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Caponata ' Eggplant and Lots of Good Things!
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Caponata ‘ Eggplant and Lots of Good Things!

Ingredients: 1/2 cup rosemary oil or 1/2 cup olive oil1 large eggplants, peeled and...

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Chipotle Hummus
< 60 minsAppetizersFor 1 or 2

Chipotle Hummus

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked garbanzo beans3 tablespoons tahini1 1/2 teaspoons chopped garlic1 tablespoon...

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Citrus and Cinnamon Couscous
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Citrus and Cinnamon Couscous

Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups couscous1/4 cup orange juice concentrate2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons olive...

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Spinach Pie Joanne
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Spinach Pie Joanne

Ingredients: 1 lb sweet sausage, fried golden6 eggs, save 1 yolk2/3 cup ricotta cheese1...

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Japanese Meat and Potato Korokke
AppetizersGround beefSide dishes

Japanese Meat and Potato Korokke

Ingredients: 1 lb potatoes1/4 lb ground beef2 tablespoons green onions, chopped1/2 onions1 eggs1/2 teaspoon...

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Hot-N-Spicy Artichoke Spread
AppetizersLow carbSpreads

Hot-N-Spicy Artichoke Spread

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour...

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AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Melba Toast

Ingredients: 8 slices white bread Directions: Preheat the broiler to high and toast the...

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Maryland Crab Cakes with Basil Aioli
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Maryland Crab Cakes with Basil Aioli

Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat ( preferably Blue crab)1 small minced onions, lightly sauteed1/2 cup...

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Chicken Muffins
AppetizersMuffinsQuick breads

Chicken Muffins

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic2 medium onions2 carrots6 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 eggs2 egg whites...

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My Sister-In-Law's Fabulous Cheese Balls
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

My Sister-In-Law’s Fabulous Cheese Balls

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) Velveeta cheese, shredded2 (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup milk1/2...

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Healthy Lettuce Wraps
AppetizersSaladsTurkey

Healthy Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 garlic cloves, minced1/2 small onions, finely chopped1/2 lb ground...

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Marinated Shrimp Appetizer
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Marinated Shrimp Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 green onions2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice2 tablespoons prepared horseradish2...

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Baltimore Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Baltimore Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 8 ounces crabmeat, shell pieces removed ( backfin recommended)1 large eggs1 teaspoon Worcestershire...

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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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Wonderful Cheese Ball
AppetizersHigh calciumLow carb

Wonderful Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon...

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Mushroom Croquettes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Mushroom Croquettes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh white mushrooms, divided1 large onions, quartered1 clove garlic3 tablespoons...

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AppetizersPies and tartsSpreads

Raspberry Brie en Croute

Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed8 ounces brie cheese1/4 cup raspberry preserves1/4-1/2 cup...

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Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 (8 ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream...

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Armenian Stuffed Grape Leaves
AppetizersLow cholesterolLow protein

Armenian Stuffed Grape Leaves

Ingredients: 1 cup rice ( I use Carolina for this recipe)4 cups chopped onions1/2...

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Party Franks
AppetizersMeatPork

Party Franks

Ingredients: 3/4 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 cup ketchup1/2 cup water1/2 cup cider...

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Cottage Cheese (paneer) Cutlets
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cottage Cheese (paneer) Cutlets

Ingredients: 2 cups cottage cheese, grated ( paneer)2 teaspoons gram flour ( besan)1/2 teaspoon...

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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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Crab Filled Pastry
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Crab Filled Pastry

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/4 cup wasabi-horseradish light mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon prepared...

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Cream Cheese Dip
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cream Cheese Dip

Ingredients: 1 package whipped cream cheese1 bunch green onions1 package of thinly sliced ham...

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Cheese and Pesto-Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersHigh calciumLow carb

Cheese and Pesto-Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 8 large fresh stuffing button mushrooms1 tablespoon olive oil, more if needed2 cups...

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Tuna Salad (Basic)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Tuna Salad (Basic)

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna ( I use water packed)1/2 cup salad dressing...

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Garlic Pretzels
AmericanAppetizersNorth american

Garlic Pretzels

Ingredients: 1 (27 ounce) bags of bite sized pretzels3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 cup melted...

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Batter Dipped Deep Fried Cauliflower
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Batter Dipped Deep Fried Cauliflower

Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower, washed and broken into bite-size flowerets2 eggs, beaten1 tablespoon milk1/4...

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Smoked Gouda and Caramelized Onion Quesadillas
< 60 minsAppetizersTime to make

Smoked Gouda and Caramelized Onion Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter1 onions, thinly sliced1 tablespoon golden brown sugar1/4 teaspoon white wine...

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AppetizersPineappleSpreads

Chattanooga Cheese Spread

Ingredients: 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese20 ounces crushed pineapple, drained6 slices bacon, crumbled2 (8...

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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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Shrimp or Crab Mold
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Shrimp or Crab Mold

Ingredients: 1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup8 ounces Philadelphia Cream Cheese,...

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Avocado Fans With Black Olive Vinaigrette
AppetizersSaladsTropical fruits

Avocado Fans With Black Olive Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil4 teaspoons sherry wine vinegar2 tablespoons black olive...

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Sweet Corn Cakes
AppetizersCornSide dishes

Sweet Corn Cakes

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh corn or 2 cups frozen corn ( if using frozen...

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Beet Hearts With Chevre
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Beet Hearts With Chevre

Ingredients: 2 medium beets1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil1/4 cup chevre cheesefresh chives Directions: Preheat oven...

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Mushroom Parmesan
AmericanAppetizersVegetables

Mushroom Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 lb mushrooms2 tablespoons parsley, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced3 tablespoons parmesan cheese1 teaspoon...

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Low-Fat Fried Chicken Strips
AppetizersPoultrySpreads

Low-Fat Fried Chicken Strips

Ingredients: 1/4 cup flour1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon...

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AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Crustless Florentine Tart

Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach ( or equivalent fresh)1 clove fresh...

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Dates Wrapped in Cheese Pastry
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Dates Wrapped in Cheese Pastry

Ingredients: 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded1/2 cup margarine1 1/4 cups sifted flour1/2 teaspoon cayenne...

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Happy Little Apricot Snacker
AppetizersFruitLunch/snacks

Happy Little Apricot Snacker

Ingredients: 2 apricots, freshcream cheese Directions: Cut apricots in half.Spread a dollop of cream...

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Chilled Tomato and Dill Soup
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Chilled Tomato and Dill Soup

Ingredients: 3 cups fresh tomatoes, peeled,seeded and coarsely chopped1 cup sour cream1/4 cup green...

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Crunchy Pierogies Pie
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Crunchy Pierogies Pie

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) box frozen potato & cheese pierogies3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese3...

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Catherine's Pimento Cheese
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Catherine’s Pimento Cheese

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons mayonnaise2 ounces cream cheese2 tablespoons chopped roasted red peppers1 cup grated...

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AppetizersTomatoesVegetables

Stuffed Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 large tomatoessalt1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 small zucchini or 1 small yellow...

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CheesePuffs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

CheesePuffs

Ingredients: 1 package shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 cup Hellman’s mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pinch...

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Crispy Chicken Goujons
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Crispy Chicken Goujons

Ingredients: 200 -250 g breadcrumbs, made from stale bread1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon celery...

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Samosas
AppetizersAsianIndian

Samosas

Ingredients: 350 g potatoes, peeled cubed125 g peas2 tablespoons olive oil1 onions, chopped1 garlic...

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Vietnamese Grilled Jumbo Shrimp on Sugarcane Sticks
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Vietnamese Grilled Jumbo Shrimp on Sugarcane Sticks

Ingredients: 4 garlic cloves, chopped3 tablespoons sugar3 shallots, chopped1/4 cup asian fish sauce3 tablespoons...

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Stuffed Pattypan Squash
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Stuffed Pattypan Squash

Ingredients: 16 tiny pattypan squash ( about 1 1/2 inch in diameter)1/2 cup soft...

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Greek Biscuits
AppetizersBreadsCheese

Greek Biscuits

Ingredients: 2/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled1 tablespoon lemon juice2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill2 tablespoons...

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Trolelotes-- (Mexican cooked corn snack)
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Trolelotes– (Mexican cooked corn snack)

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked corn1 1/2 teaspoons butter1 tablespoon crumbled mexican queso fresco or...

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