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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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Different Deviled Eggs
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Different Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 8 hard-boiled eggs1 (8 ounce) containers soft-spreadable cream cheese2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish1/2...

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Cranberry Cream Cheese Appetizer
AppetizersLow sodiumSpreads

Cranberry Cream Cheese Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons honey1/4 teaspoon...

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Quick Pepperoni Rolls
AppetizersBreadsSandwiches

Quick Pepperoni Rolls

Ingredients: 12 Pepperidge Farm dinner rolls ( Semi Hard)18 slices pepperoni6 slices provolone cheese...

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Crabby Cream Cheese Wontons (Crab Rangoon)
AppetizersCheeseCrab

Crabby Cream Cheese Wontons (Crab Rangoon)

Ingredients: 4 cups oil ( for deep frying, or you can use non-stick, zero-calorie...

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Sanbusa Turnovers
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Sanbusa Turnovers

Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter3/4 cup oil5 cups white flour2 teaspoons salt1/2-3/4 cup cold water1...

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WW Cheese Crisps
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

WW Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese1 tablespoon all-purpose...

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Bennigan's Broccoli Bites
AppetizersBroccoliVegetables

Bennigan’s Broccoli Bites

Ingredients: 3 eggs6 ounces shredded colby cheese6 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese1 (16 ounce)...

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AppetizersFishLunch/snacks

Sushi Rolls

Ingredients: 3 cups japanese-style cooked rice3/4 cup rice vinegar1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon saltroasted nori...

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Mini Chicken Cigars With Sweet and Sour Dipping Sauce
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Mini Chicken Cigars With Sweet and Sour Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons paprika2 teaspoons poultry seasoning2...

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AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Cajun-Style Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients: 1 envelope onion soup mix1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon...

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Crab on a Muffin Appetizers
AppetizersCrabLunch/snacks

Crab on a Muffin Appetizers

Ingredients: 6 English muffins1 lb crabmeat1/3 cup butter1 (5 ounce) jars old English cheese...

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Apple BBQ Sauce Chicken Wings
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Apple BBQ Sauce Chicken Wings

Ingredients: 1 cup ketchup1/4 cup apple juice1/4 cup apple cider vinegar1/4 cup soy sauce3/4...

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Veggie Spring Rolls
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Veggie Spring Rolls

Ingredients: 1 cup broccoli1 cup carrots2 cups cabbage1 cup snow peas8 -10 shallots1 cup...

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Baked Green Olives in Spicy Cheese Pastry
AmericanAppetizersSouthwestern u.s.

Baked Green Olives in Spicy Cheese Pastry

Ingredients: 2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated, Tillamook is best1 1/4 cups flour1/2 cup...

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Won Ton Appetizers
AppetizersMeatPork

Won Ton Appetizers

Ingredients: 250 g ground lean pork2 tablespoons cornflour250 g water chestnuts, finely diced50 g...

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Luau Minis
< 15 minsAppetizersLunch/snacks

Luau Minis

Ingredients: 1 cup ground ham, BROWNED1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well drained1 tablespoon packed brown...

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Sweet Pickle Chicken Salad
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Sweet Pickle Chicken Salad

Ingredients: 1 small jar sweet pickle juice1 small piece onions1 cooked boneless skinless chicken...

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Curry Dip
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Curry Dip

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened3 green onions, chopped. Include some of...

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Teriyaki Glazed Beef Kabobs
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Teriyaki Glazed Beef Kabobs

Ingredients: 1 1/4-1 1/2 lbs beef, top cut into 1-inch cubes or 1 1/4-1...

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Walleye Crab Cakes
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Walleye Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1 lb walleye, chopped1 (8 ounce) cans crab1/4 cup melted butter2 -3 green...

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Baked Artichoke Hearts
AppetizersLow calorieLow cholesterol

Baked Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans water-packed artichoke hearts, 6 to 8 count, drained1 tablespoon...

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Caribbean Shrimp Toss
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Caribbean Shrimp Toss

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger2 limes, juice...

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Apricot Coriander Chicken With Brie All  Wrapped up  in Phyllo
< 4 hoursAppetizersLunch/snacks

Apricot Coriander Chicken With Brie All Wrapped up in Phyllo

Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs or 1 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts1 tablespoon...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Nacho Fries

Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) packages frozen French fries1 (3 ounce) jars bacon bits1 cup...

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Ricotta Pie
AppetizersMeatPork

Ricotta Pie

Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) containers ricotta cheese1 lb mozzarella cheese ( shredded)1 cup parmesan...

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Chickpea
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Chickpea, Avocado and Sun-Dried Tomato Salad

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas1 -2 ripe avocados2 cups shredded cabbage1/2 cup pitted...

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Mexican Palapa Snacks
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Mexican Palapa Snacks

Ingredients: 1 large jicama, peeled and cut in julienne slices1 large seedless cucumber, sliced3...

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Butter Beans and Braised Leeks
AppetizersBeansSalads

Butter Beans and Braised Leeks

Ingredients: 1 cup dried butter beans2 tablespoons olive oil1 large yellow onions, peeled and...

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Low-Fat Pita Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Low-Fat Pita Chips

Ingredients: 2 pita bread, white or 2 wheat, pocket-style1 egg whites1 tablespoon olive oilsaltany...

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Shrimp-Crab Crepes in Wine-Cheese Sauce
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Shrimp-Crab Crepes in Wine-Cheese Sauce

Ingredients: 4 large eggs2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, melted1 cup cold water (...

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Picnic Nacho Dip
AppetizersMexicanNorth american

Picnic Nacho Dip

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) jars mild salsa1 (8 ounce) packages shredded sharp cheddar cheese1...

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Cucumber Cocktail Sandwiches
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Cucumber Cocktail Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 package Italian salad dressing mix (...

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Tyropita (Cheese pies)
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Tyropita (Cheese pies)

Ingredients: 1 lb feta cheese1 lb phyllo pastry1/4 lb ground kefalograviera cheese1 cup milk3...

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Shrimp Bubbles
AppetizersShellfishShrimp

Shrimp Bubbles

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 cup flour1/3 cup light cream1...

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Pickles Carrots
AppetizersCarrotsVegetables

Pickles Carrots

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cider vinegar1 1/2 cups water1 cup sugar2 tablespoons dill seeds1...

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Baked Garlic
AppetizersBreadsLow fat

Baked Garlic, Brie, and Bread

Ingredients: 3 -4 heads garlicolive oilthymebrie cheese, 4 ozFrench bread ( crusty) Directions: Preheat...

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Fruity Phyllo Shells
AppetizersFruitGreek

Fruity Phyllo Shells

Ingredients: 12 miniature phyllo cups1/2 cup dried apricots1/4 cup golden raisins1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger1/2...

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Red Lobster Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Red Lobster Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced1 tablespoon onions, minced1 tablespoon celery, diced2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 eggs1/8...

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Renkon Butter
AppetizersFishSeafood

Renkon Butter

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon peanut oil6 slices fresh lotus root, peeled, cut...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Sandwich Loaf

Ingredients: 1 loaf firm bread, unslicedsoftened butter3 cups deviled ham or 3 cups cooked...

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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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Vegetarian Spring Rolls
AppetizersAsianThai

Vegetarian Spring Rolls

Ingredients: 1/4 cup lime juice3 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped2 teaspoons Thai fish sauce...

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Strawberry Bruschetta
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Strawberry Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) baguette-style French bread1 (8 ounce) containers cream cheese1 tablespoon honey2...

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Far East Crab Cakes
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Far East Crab Cakes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh lump crabmeat, drained2 tablespoons finely chopped water chestnuts1 tablespoon soft...

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Stuffed Celery
AppetizersVegetablesVegetarian

Stuffed Celery

Ingredients: 1 bunch celery1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese ( I use reduced fat)2...

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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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Tod Man Pla (Thai Fish Cakes) With Dipping Sauce
AppetizersFishMain dish

Tod Man Pla (Thai Fish Cakes) With Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: 450 g firm white fish fillets 3 tablespoons rice flour or 3 tablespoons...

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Steamed Oysters in Tomato Vinaigrette Served in Sake Cups
AppetizersSeafoodShellfish

Steamed Oysters in Tomato Vinaigrette Served in Sake Cups

Ingredients: 2/3 cup tomatoes ( finely chopped)2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon...

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Pecorino With Honey
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Pecorino With Honey, Rosemary, and Walnuts

Ingredients: 2 rosemary sprigs1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons honey1 lb pecorino cheese,...

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Baby Artichokes
AppetizersLow fatVegetables

Baby Artichokes, Elegant and Easy First Course

Ingredients: 3 baby artichokes, per person1/4 cup Best Foods Mayonnaise1 teaspoon French’s mustardkosher saltfreshly...

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Barbecue Chicken and Black Bean Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Barbecue Chicken and Black Bean Pizza

Ingredients: 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 cup barbecue sauce ( your favorite brand)16...

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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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Pork Gyoza
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Pork Gyoza

Ingredients: 1/3 cup cabbage, chopped and boiled1/4 cup carrots, shredded2 tablespoons green onions, chopped1/2...

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Potato Skins With Cheese and Bacon
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Potato Skins With Cheese and Bacon

Ingredients: 4 medium baking potatoes ( about 2 lbs)cooking spray4 slices turkey bacon3/4 cup...

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Bruschetta With Roasted Red Peppers  Yummy!
AppetizersBreadsVegetarian

Bruschetta With Roasted Red Peppers Yummy!

Ingredients: 1 large red bell peppers ( or 2 small)1/4-1/2 extra virgin olive oil...

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Rick Bayless's Queso Fundido
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Rick Bayless’s Queso Fundido

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil2 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded, and cut into...

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Hot Ham and Swiss Dip
AppetizersHigh calciumSpreads

Hot Ham and Swiss Dip

Ingredients: 1 cup finely chopped deli ham1 cup shredded swiss cheese1/2 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons...

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Garlic Fingers
AppetizersCanadianSide dishes

Garlic Fingers

Ingredients: 1 cup fresh garlic, coarsely chopped6 tablespoons butter, divided2 cups flour2 teaspoons baking...

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Easy Pizzadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Easy Pizzadillas

Ingredients: 2 flour tortillas1 cup spaghetti saucepizza toppings2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded1/4 cup parmesan...

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Vegetable Chips
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Vegetable Chips

Ingredients: 2 -3 lbs assorted sweet potatoes (root vegetables) or 2 -3 lbs russet...

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