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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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AppetizersCrabPoultry

Red Lobster Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh mushrooms1/4 cup celery, finely chopped2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons...

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Pickled Cluckerberries (Eggs)
AppetizersCondimentsEggs

Pickled Cluckerberries (Eggs)

Ingredients: 12 eggs1 large yellow onions, sliced into thin ringspickle juice5 garlic cloves, smashed4...

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AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Hearts of Palm Spread

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans hearts of palm3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated3 tablespoons green...

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Greek Salad Nicoise
AppetizersCheeseSalads

Greek Salad Nicoise

Ingredients: 2 yellow peppers1 small fennel bulbs2 eggs, cooked,peeled and sliced into wedges4 tomatoes...

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Old-fashion Potato Pancakes
AppetizersBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Old-fashion Potato Pancakes

Ingredients: 6 medium potatoes1 small onions2 eggs, slightly beaten2 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 dash...

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Emily's Cheese and Tomato Cracker Appetizer
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Emily’s Cheese and Tomato Cracker Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 cup whipped cream cheese1 teaspoon dried chives or 1 teaspoon fresh chives1/2...

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Celery Victor
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Celery Victor

Ingredients: 6 celery hearts or celery1/2 cup wine vinegar1/2 cup water1 tablespoon fresh lemon...

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Smoked Pepper and Butter Bean Vegetarian Sausages
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Smoked Pepper and Butter Bean Vegetarian Sausages

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sunflower oil1 red peppers, deseeded and finely chopped1 yellow peppers, deseeded...

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Cumin Oysters
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Cumin Oysters

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter8 mushrooms2 cloves garlic, minced16 oysters4 fluid ounces dry white...

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Artichoke Crab Spread (For the Crock Pot)
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Artichoke Crab Spread (For the Crock Pot)

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped1 (8 ounce) packages...

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Martini Crab
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Martini Crab

Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups finely grated carrots1/3 cup finely chopped green onions1 large tomatoes,...

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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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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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Fajita Nachos
AppetizersBeef steaksMain dish

Fajita Nachos

Ingredients: 1 lb flank steaks1 bag tortilla chips2 cups shredded cheese ( choose whatever...

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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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AppetizersMarinades and rubsOne Dish meal

Lamb Cubes In Spicy Yogurt Marinade

Ingredients: 2 cups plain yogurt4 tablespoons butter, melted1 lemons, juice of2 cloves garlic, pressed1...

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AppetizersEggs/dairyNorth american

Bell Pepper Rajas

Ingredients: 1/2 green bell peppers ( Peppers should be seeded and cut into 6...

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AppetizersLunch/snacksPork

Crispy Wontons

Ingredients: 6 ounces ground pork4 water chestnuts, chopped1 ounce green onions, chopped ( with...

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Blue Chips Cheese Bread
AppetizersBreadsLunch/snacks

Blue Chips Cheese Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread12 -15 slices provolone cheese1 cup shrimp, the little salad...

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Smashed Spud Patties With Tapenade Cream
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Smashed Spud Patties With Tapenade Cream

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups mashed potatoes, ro room temperature1/2 cup smoked gouda cheese (...

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Olive-Nut Spread
AmericanAppetizersSpreads

Olive-Nut Spread

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, soften1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped1/4 cup pimento...

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Grilled Cajun Potato Wedges
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Grilled Cajun Potato Wedges

Ingredients: 3 large russet potatoes, washed and scrubbed ( do not peel, about 2...

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Bleu Shew Truffles
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Bleu Shew Truffles

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons blue cheese4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped2 tablespoons...

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Breaded Chicken Fingers
AppetizersLow carbMain dish

Breaded Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 6 chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch strips ( or chicken tenders)1 eggs,...

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Cream Cheese Pickapeppa Appetizer
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Cream Cheese Pickapeppa Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese1/8 bottle Pickapeppa Saucecrackers ( Triscuits are good...

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AppetizersRiceSide dishes

Wild Rice Griddle Cakes

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice1 cup carrots, grated ( 2 to 3...

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Socrates Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Socrates Shrimp

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp ( peeled, deviened)2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Broiled Brandy Saganaki
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Broiled Brandy Saganaki

Ingredients: 1 lb kasseri cheese, cut in wedges2 tablespoons melted butter2 tablespoons brandy1/2 lemons,...

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Margarita Prawns
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Margarita Prawns

Ingredients: 1/4 cup tequila1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped2 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 tablespoons oil1...

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Dancer's Potato Skins
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Dancer’s Potato Skins

Ingredients: 6 medium baking potatoes3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded1/3 cup butter6 slices bacon, fried...

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Festive Dried Beef Cheese Ball
AppetizersBeefSpreads

Festive Dried Beef Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened8 ounces French onion dip8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese1...

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Onion Cheddar Quiche
AppetizersMain dishSavory pies

Onion Cheddar Quiche

Ingredients: 2 (9 inch) unbaked frozen pie crusts1 cup sliced onions2 tablespoons butter3 eggs1...

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Yogurt with Cucumbers
AppetizersEggs/dairySide dishes

Yogurt with Cucumbers

Ingredients: 1 cucumbers, chopped1 container plain yogurt ( 16 oz.)1/2 teaspoon dill weedsalt and...

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Nuclear Nuts
AppetizersFruitLunch/snacks

Nuclear Nuts

Ingredients: 2 lbs peanuts, roasted,and unsalted ( or salted if you prefer)1/4-1/2 cup maple...

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Marshmallow Truffles
AppetizersCandyDessert

Marshmallow Truffles

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages milk chocolate pieces, melted1 (10 ounce) packages jet-puffed marshmallows2/3...

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Zucchini "Pasta" with Fresh Tomato Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksSalads

Zucchini “Pasta” with Fresh Tomato Sauce

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil4 large ripe tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped2 sprigs fresh thyme...

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Mushroom Torte
< 15 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mushroom Torte

Ingredients: 10 sheets phyllo pastry8 pints mushrooms, chopped1/2 tablespoon garlic2 tablespoons basil, choppedsaltto taste...

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Hot Pepper and Garlic Shrimp
AppetizersMain dishShrimp

Hot Pepper and Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined10 large garlic cloves, peeled and thinly...

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AppetizersHigh calciumSpreads

Cheddar Spread

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/4 cup...

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Cream Cheese With Toasted Sesame
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Cream Cheese With Toasted Sesame

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, block style4 teaspoons sesame...

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Persian Cucumber Yogurt (Maast-O Khiyaar)
AppetizersEggs/dairySide dishes

Persian Cucumber Yogurt (Maast-O Khiyaar)

Ingredients: 32 fluid ounces plain yogurt ( Preferrably Caravan or Abali brands, found at...

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Braised Artichokes
AppetizersSide dishesVegetables

Braised Artichokes

Ingredients: 2 large artichokes1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1/4 cup white wine1 cup water1...

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Chicken and Asparagus Kabobs
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Chicken and Asparagus Kabobs

Ingredients: 2 cups mayonnaise1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted1 tablespoon...

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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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Saganaki
AppetizersLunch/snacksMain dish

Saganaki

Ingredients: 8 ounces kasseri cheeseflour ( for dredging)3 tablespoons olive oilouzo1/2 lemons1 tablespoon fresh...

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Baked Meatballs
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Baked Meatballs

Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs ground sirloin2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 eggs, beaten1/2 cup seasoned bread...

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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersItalianMeat

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 1 lb sweet Italian sausage links, with casing removed2 cloves garlic, minced1/3 cup...

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AppetizersCheeseShrimp

Shrimp with Green Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter3 cloves garlic, chopped1/2 medium onions, chopped1/4 cup fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon...

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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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Coconut-Crusted Chicken Fingers
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Coconut-Crusted Chicken Fingers

Ingredients: 0.5 (10 ounce) packages tempura mix0.5 (12 ounce) cans beer1 3/4 cups flaked...

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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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Veronica's Stuffed Mushrooms
AppetizersBeefGround beef

Veronica’s Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients: 36 large mushroom caps1/4 cup butter1/4 cup cream cheese ( at room temperature)1/2-1...

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Amazing Cheese Truffles
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Amazing Cheese Truffles

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1 (8 ounce) packages sharp cheddar cheese1...

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Pizzettes With Gorgonzola
< 30 minsAppetizersTime to make

Pizzettes With Gorgonzola, Tomato and Basil

Ingredients: 12 ounces pizza dough5 ounces gorgonzola, crumbled5 ounces cherry tomatoes, quartered1 tablespoon extra...

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Crab Cakes With Green Onions
AppetizersCrabMain dish

Crab Cakes With Green Onions

Ingredients: 1 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons mayonnaise ( I use light mayo)2 tablespoons minced green...

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Garden Vegetable Pizza
AppetizersMain dishPizza

Garden Vegetable Pizza

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers flavored spreadable phildelphia cream cheese ( your choice)1 Boboli...

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ASK Marinated Broccoli
AppetizersBroccoliVegetables

ASK Marinated Broccoli

Ingredients: 2 bunches broccoli1 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon dill weed1 tablespoon Accent...

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Chicken Sate with Peanut Sauce
AppetizersChicken breastCondiments

Chicken Sate with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons lime juice1/2 cup...

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Pizza Potatoes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Pizza Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 russet potatoes, at least 1-1/2 inches thick1 small onions, sliced ( for...

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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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