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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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Tom's Penne alla Vodka
AppetizersMain dishPenne

Tom’s Penne alla Vodka

Ingredients: 1/2 lb dried penne pasta4 tablespoons butter1/4 lb prosciutto di Parma, diced1 ounce...

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Japanese-Style Tofu
AppetizersLunch/snacksSoy/tofu

Japanese-Style Tofu

Ingredients: 1/2 lb firm tofu, drained1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil1 tablespoon...

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Pizza Pretzels
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pizza Pretzels

Ingredients: 1 lb pizza dough ( homemade or store bought)1/4 cup pizza sauce (...

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Chicken Club Squares
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Chicken Club Squares

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese,...

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Pizza Nibblers
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pizza Nibblers

Ingredients: 4 saltine crackers3 teaspoons pizza sauce1 slice mozzarella cheese, quartered4 slices pepperoni Directions:...

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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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Appetizer or Snack Party Tray
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Appetizer or Snack Party Tray

Ingredients: 4 large lettuce leaves3/4 lb colby-monterey jack cheese, cut into cubes1 lb sliced...

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Veggie Melts
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Veggie Melts

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) packages refrigerated French bread dough3 plum tomatoes, sliced1 small zucchini,...

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Syrian Bread Dip

Ingredients: 1 loaf Syrian bread ( I use pita bread)olive oiloreganogarlic powder1 cup sour...

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Benihana Fried Rice
AppetizersSide dishesWhite rice

Benihana Fried Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup rice, uncooked5 tablespoons butter1 cup onions, chopped1 cup carrots, chopped2/3 cup...

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Coconut Banana Fritters
AppetizersDessertPies and tarts

Coconut Banana Fritters

Ingredients: 2 cups flour, all purpose1 tablespoon baking powder1 eggs1 tablespoon cooking oil3/4 cup...

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saffron shrimp
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

saffron shrimp

Ingredients: 1 cup white wine1 tablespoon fennel seeds1/2 teaspoon saffron threads2 cloves garlic, choppedsalt,...

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AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

East Coast Crab Appetizers

Ingredients: 1/2 lb cheese spread3/4 cup butter1 lb crabmeat, shredded1 (4 ounce) cans mushrooms,...

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Delish Grilled Pineapple from Alton Brown
AppetizersPineappleSide dishes

Delish Grilled Pineapple from Alton Brown

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon chili powder3 teaspoons dark brown sugar1 pineapple, cut...

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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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Suzanne's Caramel Oatmeal Bars
AppetizersBar cookiesCookies and brownies

Suzanne’s Caramel Oatmeal Bars

Ingredients: 32 unwrapped caramels5 tablespoons evaporated milk1 cup flour1 cup oatmeal3/4 cup brown sugar1/4...

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Yummy Greek Spinach Pie (Spanakopita)
AppetizersMain dishVegetables

Yummy Greek Spinach Pie (Spanakopita)

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter, melted4 cloves garlic, minced1 onions, chopped1 bunch green onions, chopped2...

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Steamed Shrimp or Shrimp Cocktail
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Steamed Shrimp or Shrimp Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 lb large raw shrimp, deveined1/2 cup white vinegar1/2 cup water1 tablespoon Old...

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Easy Grands Cheese Pizzas
AppetizersKid FriendlyLunch/snacks

Easy Grands Cheese Pizzas

Ingredients: 1 (16 1/4 ounce) cans large refrigerated biscuits1 (8 ounce) cans pizza sauce2...

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Polenta (Cornmeal) Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Polenta (Cornmeal) Chips

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic1/2 cup chicken stock250 g polenta ( cornmeal)4 cups cold watersalt100...

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Nachos Grande
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Nachos Grande

Ingredients: 1 can cheddar cheese soup ( Campbell’s)1/2 cup thick & chunky salsa1 lb...

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Pinecone Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Pinecone Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (250 g) packages cream cheese, softened ( light works fine)2 cups shredded...

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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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French Chopped Chicken Liver Pate
AppetizersChickenPoultry

French Chopped Chicken Liver Pate

Ingredients: 1 lb chicken livers3 tablespoons chicken fat or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus...

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Sweet Potato Quesadillas
AppetizersMain dishYam/sweet potato

Sweet Potato Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions2 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons vegetable oil4 cups...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Spicy Luncheon Roll

Ingredients: 1/2 lb lean ground beef1/2 lb ground lean pork1 slice bacon, finely chopped...

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Mexican Chex Mix
AppetizersPastarice and grains

Mexican Chex Mix

Ingredients: 8 cups Corn Chex4 cups corn chips2 cups bite-size cheese crackers1 (3 1/2...

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Mother Earth Moroccan Carrot Salad
AppetizersCarrotsSalads

Mother Earth Moroccan Carrot Salad

Ingredients: 6 carrots, shredded1 small onions, finely chopped1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice1...

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Cheddar Cheese Cookies
AppetizersCookies and browniesDessert

Cheddar Cheese Cookies

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 1/4 cups flour1/2 cup butter, melted Directions:...

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Pimento Cheese ( from Phyllis)
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Pimento Cheese ( from Phyllis)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise, Hellman’s1 (4 ounce) jars diced pimentos, drained1 teaspoon Worcestershire...

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Black Eyed Pea Relish
AppetizersBeansSide dishes

Black Eyed Pea Relish

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained1 (16 ounce) cans sweet corn or...

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Individual Mini Shrimp Quiches
AppetizersBreakfastLunch/snacks

Individual Mini Shrimp Quiches

Ingredients: 36 frozen mini tart shells1/2 lb shrimp, cooked, chopped ( save 36 shrimp...

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Cheese Bacon Puffs
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Cheese Bacon Puffs

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine1 1/2 cups all-purpose...

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Hot Ham
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Hot Ham, Chile and Cheese Fondue

Ingredients: 1 (10 inch) round loaf firm bread2 (3 ounce) packages softened cream cheese2...

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Mexican Plateau
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

Mexican Plateau

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese3 tablespoons sour cream1 1/2 cups salsa1 tomatoes, coarsely chopped1...

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AmericanAppetizersSouthern u.s.

Sausage Onion Squares

Ingredients: 1 lb mild bulk pork sausage1 large onions, chopped2 cups biscuit mix3/4 cup...

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Ww 4 Points - Baked Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Ww 4 Points – Baked Potato Skins

Ingredients: 4 medium russet potatoes8 slices fat free cheese, cut in half1/4 cup nonfat...

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Piedmont Roasted Bell Peppers
AppetizersEuropeanLow protein

Piedmont Roasted Bell Peppers

Ingredients: 4 large red peppers, green is not suitable for this dish4 medium tomatoes8...

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Elegant Smoked Salmon Rolls
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalmon

Elegant Smoked Salmon Rolls

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 tablespoon whipped cream2 tablespoons tomato paste1 tablespoon lemon juice1 cup...

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Healthy Vegetarian Samosas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Healthy Vegetarian Samosas

Ingredients: 1 1/2 medium white potatoes, diced300 g sweet potatoes, diced10 string beans1/2 red...

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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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Grilled Salmon Candy
AppetizersSalmonSaltwater fish

Grilled Salmon Candy

Ingredients: 6 slices boneless skinless wild salmon ( each piece about 1.5-inch wide, cut...

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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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Prawn Sang Choy Bow
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Prawn Sang Choy Bow

Ingredients: 750 g prawns, chopped1 teaspoon sesame oil1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons chopped spring...

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Creole Salmon Cakes
AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Creole Salmon Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb raw salmon fillets, skin and pin bones removed, cut into 1-inch...

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Wheat Berry Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Wheat Berry Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup dry wheat berries1/4 cup golden raisins3 tablespoons dried currants1 medium shallots,...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Buffalo Wings

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, melted2 -3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar1 teaspoon...

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Mini Taco Cups Appetizers
< 15 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mini Taco Cups Appetizers

Ingredients: 48 corn tortilla chips, shaped3/4 cup fat free sour cream1 1/2 teaspoons taco...

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Peppers Italian Country Style
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Peppers Italian Country Style

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 medium onions2 red bell peppers2 yellow bell...

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Linda McCartney's Magical Mystery Tacos
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Linda McCartney’s Magical Mystery Tacos

Ingredients: 1/2 onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, crushed1 small bell peppers, diced1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/2...

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Spinach Dip Pinwheels
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Spinach Dip Pinwheels

Ingredients: 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 (3 -5 ounce) packages...

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Brie Stuffed Jacket Potatoes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Brie Stuffed Jacket Potatoes

Ingredients: 2 baked potatoes3 ounces brie cheese, de-rinded,room temp1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg yolks2 ounces...

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Baked Brie with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Baked Brie with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained on paper towels3 cloves...

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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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Mama Mia Cubes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mama Mia Cubes

Ingredients: 8 slices baked ham or 8 slices boiled ham1 medium cantaloupepretzel sticks or...

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Deep Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Deep Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Ingredients: 16 ounces mozzarella cheese1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed1/2...

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Calabrian Cracked Olives
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Calabrian Cracked Olives

Ingredients: 2 lbs green Sicilian olives1 cup olive oil1/2 cup sweet california chili powder1/4...

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AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Turmeric Spiced Snack Crackers

Ingredients: 6 cups oyster crackers1/4 cup water1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder1...

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Cream Cheese and Jalapeno Tortillas
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Cream Cheese and Jalapeno Tortillas

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened12 large flour tortillas1/2 jar pickled jalapeno chilies, diced...

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Radish and Goat Cheese Canapes
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Radish and Goat Cheese Canapes

Ingredients: 2 bunches radishes9 ounces fresh goat cheese1 loaf baguettecoarse salt, to taste Directions:...

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