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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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Hot Crab Dip
AppetizersCrabSpreads

Hot Crab Dip

Ingredients: 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated1 1/2 cups mayonnaise6 ounces dungeness crabmeat4 ounces artichoke...

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Spicy Vegetable Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksVegetables

Spicy Vegetable Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 zucchini, chopped1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 cup chopped green bell peppers1/2 cup...

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Taco Dip
AppetizersGround beefMain dish

Taco Dip

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef2 teaspoons onion salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 (8 ounce)...

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Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos

Ingredients: 1 (26 ounce) cans of whole jalapenos ( about 15-20 total, I’ve used...

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AppetizersEggsEggs/dairy

Easy Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs2 slices crisply cooked bacon, crumbled1/3 cup kraft thousand island dressing...

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Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Garlic Parmesan Potatoes

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter ( softened)1 clove crushed garlic ( more for garlic lovers)4...

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Dried Beef Cheese Ball
AppetizersSpreadsVery low carbs

Dried Beef Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese1 cup grated cheddar cheeseonion saltchopped chipped beef...

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Cheesy Horseradish Sticks
AppetizersBreakfastSpreads

Cheesy Horseradish Sticks

Ingredients: 1/2 lb cheddar cheese, grated1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons mayonnaise2...

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Spicy Corn Quesadillas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Spicy Corn Quesadillas

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 medium onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 carrots, grated1 fresh...

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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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Artichoke-Spinach-Feta bread
AppetizersVegetablesWeeknight

Artichoke-Spinach-Feta bread

Ingredients: 1 cup crumbled feta cheese1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 teaspoon dried...

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AppetizersMain dishSalmon

Uncle Charly’s Fish Cakes

Ingredients: 1 can salmon, drained3/4 cup mashed potatoes ( minced)2 tablespoons cream2 tablespoons minced...

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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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Baked Camembert Cheese
AppetizersEggs/dairyEuropean

Baked Camembert Cheese

Ingredients: 10 -12 ounces camembert cheese, in a round wooden boxstrawberry jam (to taste)...

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Corn Flake Chicken or Fish
AppetizersChicken breastMain dish

Corn Flake Chicken or Fish

Ingredients: 1 (6 ounce) containers sour cream1 cup corn flakes, slightly crushed2 boneless skinless...

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Crazy Nachos
AppetizersChickenPork

Crazy Nachos

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked pork or 2 cups cooked chicken ( shredded)1/2 cup fresh...

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Pepperoni Pizza Twist
AppetizersBreadsPizza

Pepperoni Pizza Twist

Ingredients: 1 (3 1/2 ounce) packages pepperoni, diced1 (6 ounce) cans ripe olives (...

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Chicken Spiedino - Spiedies - Speedies
AppetizersChickenChicken breast

Chicken Spiedino – Spiedies – Speedies

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts3 large red bell peppers2 large green...

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Rumaki
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Rumaki

Ingredients: 1 lb bacon ( maple flavor is great)30 water chestnuts ( about 2...

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AppetizersGrainsPasta

Savory Cracker Bites

Ingredients: 2 (10 1/2 ounce) boxes Ritz Bits mini cheese crackers1/2 cup vegetable oil1...

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AppetizersCheeseSide dishes

Fennel Gratin

Ingredients: 2 lbs fennel bulbs1/3 cup butter1 cup grated parmigiano1 cup whole milk or...

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Margarita Dip With Strawberry Shortcake Fruit K-Bobs
AppetizersDessertLunch/snacks

Margarita Dip With Strawberry Shortcake Fruit K-Bobs

Ingredients: 1/2 cup nonfat sour cream3 ounces light cream cheese1/3 cup sifted powdered sugar1...

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AppetizersLow cholesterolLow protein

Southern Caviar

Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained1 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn,...

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Deviled Eggs Ranchero
AppetizersLunch/snacksSide dishes

Deviled Eggs Ranchero

Ingredients: 12 eggs1/2 cup Miracle Whip1/4 cup salsa, chunky and hot,drained1/4 cup monterey jack...

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Zucchini Pate
AppetizersLunch/snacksSpreads

Zucchini Pate

Ingredients: 8 ounces zucchini1 teaspoon white wine vinegar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon sugar2 tablespoons chopped...

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Chili Mayo
AppetizersEggs/dairySpreads

Chili Mayo

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise1 1/2 cups sour cream2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo1/2...

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Vegetable Pakoras
AppetizersAsianSide dishes

Vegetable Pakoras

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chickpea flour, sifted1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon turmeric1 teaspoon black...

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Baked Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce
AppetizersLunch/snacksShrimp

Baked Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce

Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsalted butter1/4 cup dry red wine1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 -2...

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Eggplant (Aubergine) and Feta Rolls
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Eggplant (Aubergine) and Feta Rolls

Ingredients: 2 eggplantssaltolive oil, for cooking12 -15 basil leaves, shredded100 g feta, crumbled Directions:...

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Beef Horseradish Crostini
AppetizersBeefMeat

Beef Horseradish Crostini

Ingredients: 24 slices baguette, 1/2 ” thick3 tablespoons garlic-flavored olive oil1 lb filet of...

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Holy Guacamole!
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Holy Guacamole!

Ingredients: 2 -3 chopped garlic cloves1 serrano peppers, diced finely ( use only enough...

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Peanut Dipping Sauce With a Kick
AppetizersCondimentsetc.

Peanut Dipping Sauce With a Kick

Ingredients: 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter1/4 cup hot water1/3 cup coconut milk ( I...

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Crunchy Potato Wedges
AppetizersPotatoesSide dishes

Crunchy Potato Wedges

Ingredients: 4 baking potatoes, scrubbed and dried1/2 cup butter, melted2 garlic cloves, pressed1 teaspoon...

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Cheese Crisps
AppetizersCheeseLunch/snacks

Cheese Crisps

Ingredients: 6 corn tortillas1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese3 tablespoons diced green chilies1 tomatoes,...

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Armenian Cheese Rolls
AppetizersSandwichesSpreads

Armenian Cheese Rolls

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese8 ounces feta cheese1/2 bunch cilantro ( or to taste)1/2...

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Fantastic Shrimp Cocktail Spread!
AppetizersShrimpSpreads

Fantastic Shrimp Cocktail Spread!

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream, plus2 tablespoons sour...

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Boogers on a Stick
AmericanAppetizersLunch/snacks

Boogers on a Stick

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) jars Cheez Whizto taste green food coloring25 pretzel sticks1 long...

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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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Stuffed Zucchini
AppetizersSide dishesSquash

Stuffed Zucchini

Ingredients: 3 small zucchini1 1/2 cups grated zucchini1 small onions, finely chopped2 tablespoons butter1/2...

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Lemon Grass Chicken
AppetizersChickenMain dish

Lemon Grass Chicken

Ingredients: 2 stalks lemongrass, long or 4 short stems2 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless...

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Stuffed Baked Sardines
AppetizersLunch/snacksSaltwater fish

Stuffed Baked Sardines

Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil1 large onions, finely diced2 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 cup...

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Oregano Breadsticks
< 30 minsAppetizersBreads

Oregano Breadsticks

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) cans refrigerated breadstick dough1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon dried oreganocooking...

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Hot Mamas
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Hot Mamas

Ingredients: 1 lb cheddar cheese, grated1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated1 (4 ounce) cans...

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Eye Opening Salmon Sandwiches
AppetizersLunch/snacksSandwiches

Eye Opening Salmon Sandwiches

Ingredients: 1 (7 1/2 ounce) cans red salmon, drained and deboned2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise1...

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Taco Fries
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Taco Fries

Ingredients: 2 medium baking potatoes, unpeeled,cut into french fry strips1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages...

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Chili Powder Chicken with Cilantro Cream
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Chili Powder Chicken with Cilantro Cream

Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs1 tablespoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon...

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Pizza-dilla
AppetizersLunch/snacksPizza

Pizza-dilla

Ingredients: 1 large flour tortillaspizza sauce ( I like Contadina, in a squeeze bottle)grated...

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Huey's Lamb Sausage Rolls
AppetizersLunch/snacksSnacks

Huey’s Lamb Sausage Rolls

Ingredients: 2 lamb backstraps, trimmed of all fat & sinew4 teaspoons sun-dried tomato tapenade4...

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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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AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Amber Glow

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese3/4 cup apricot preserves1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard1...

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Honey Dijon Mustard Curry Chicken Nibbles
AppetizersChickenPoultry

Honey Dijon Mustard Curry Chicken Nibbles

Ingredients: 1 (1 1/2 kg) packages frozen chicken nibbles, thawed1/2 cup liquid honey1/4 cup...

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Vegetarian Lasagna With Radicchio and Shiitakes
AppetizersMain dishOne Dish meal

Vegetarian Lasagna With Radicchio and Shiitakes

Ingredients: 1 quart milk4 ounces butter6 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium...

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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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Pub Chips
AppetizersPotatoesVegetables

Pub Chips

Ingredients: 1 large baking potatoes1 dash salt1 dash malt vinegar Directions: Scrub potato.Dry well.Leaving...

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Margaret Ann's Cheese Ball
AppetizersCheeseSpreads

Margaret Ann’s Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 lb grated cheddar cheese or 1 lb...

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Barbecued Pork Quesadillas
AppetizersMeatPork

Barbecued Pork Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1/2 lb shredded barbecued pork1/2 cup barbecue sauce1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro5 green...

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Mexican Fiesta Biscuit Bake
< 60 minsAppetizersFor large groups

Mexican Fiesta Biscuit Bake

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons margarine1 (16 1/3 ounce) cans Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk biscuits1 (10...

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Mango Coconut Cucumber Salad
AppetizersLunch/snacksSauces

Mango Coconut Cucumber Salad

Ingredients: 1 cucumbers, peeled, seeded and diced1/2 teaspoon minced fresh chili peppers1 tablespoon fresh...

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Blackberry-Almond Bruschetta
AppetizersCheeseEggs/dairy

Blackberry-Almond Bruschetta

Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) cans Pillsbury refrigerated crusty french loafbutter-flavored cooking spray2 tablespoons sugar1...

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Rachael Ray's Thick Cut Onion Rings With Spicy Dipping Sauce
AppetizersOnionsVegetables

Rachael Ray’s Thick Cut Onion Rings With Spicy Dipping Sauce

Ingredients: vegetable oil2 large sweet vidalia onions2 (5 ounce) cans evaporated milk1 cup flour1/2...

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