Yes, we Canadians have unique tastes, flavours, and foods we can call our own. Canadian Inspired Mushroom Bites Celebrating #Canada150 combines 2 famous foods into a great mushroom stuffing.
Do you have a favourite iconic Canadian food? I can’t narrow it down to one, but I do have a list of “top picks”. We do have some awesome eats uniquely Canadian.
This post is my submission to the FBC2017 Spotlight Appetizer Contest sponsored by Mushrooms Canada. The prize (should I win) is 1 Full Conference Pass (including 2 nights accommodation/meals and events).
DO YOU HAVE A LIST OF ICONIC CANADIAN FOODS YOU LOVE?
When I first read the requirements for the submission, by mind immediately started thinking of all the unique things I could use to create a truly Canadian appetizer.
I quickly started looking on the web for a list of great food options (some I knew, and some I didn’t). Maple syrup, butter tarts, Montreal bagels, tourtiere, Nanaimo Bars and poutine to name a few. See, how can anyone choose one? In fact, I just went to a butter tart festival last weekend. One of the selections was actually a cross between a butter tart and a Nanaimo bar, so we don’t have to choose which is best. Brilliant!
Since these ideas weren’t getting me closer to creating an appetizer (but they were driving my tastebuds crazy), I had to think a little harder. What did I make in my “early” cooking years? OMG Kraft Dinner! I so remember eating boxes of this stuff, and yes I even made it for my kids.
Seriously you aren’t Canadian if you have never eaten KD (at least once). That unique “cheese sauce” that magically happens when you mix butter, milk and that little envelope of cheese powder. To lots of people it was a kitchen cupboard staple, and still is. The name change to KD was a great idea, since that is what I have ALWAYS called it anyway.
KETCHUP CHIPS YES OR NO?
Not everyone adds ketchup to their KD, but I sure do. Ketchup takes it to the “gourmet” level, at least I happen to think so. Call me crazy, but hey all I can say is Canadian eh!
Ketchup chips, yup they make your fingers red, your lips tingle and are truly addictive. Another great Canadian food, and hey what a great way to add some taste and texture into this cool appetizer.
Canadian Inspired Mushroom Bites are super simple, truly Canadian, and economical (one box makes 30+ mushrooms). I happen to love raw white mushrooms (yes they are safe to eat this way). Just wipe clean and remove the stem, this gives you more room to stuff. You can also cook the mushrooms in the microwave for just a few seconds. This lessens the earthy taste, and softens the texture just slightly.
Cook the KD to just tender. For this recipe, I only used the cheese packet (no butter or milk). Let cool slightly, crush up some ketchup chips, mix, stuff and eat.
Serving these at room temperature works best. Leftovers that you have placed in the fridge can be easily put in the microwave for a few seconds, just to get the chill off the pasta.
Bring a little nostalgia to your next party with these Canadian Inspired Mushroom Bites Celebrating #Canada150. They are sure to create a conversation. Truly proud to be Canadian Eh? Happy Birthday Canada.
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Canadian Inspired Mushroom Bites Celebrating #Canada150
Ingredients
- 200 grams (1 box) of Kraft Dinner ( I used Sharp Cheddar flavour)
- 30 medium sized white mushrooms
- ½ cup Ketchup flavoured potato chips (crushed)
Instructions
- Clean mushrooms and remove stems. (This gives you more room to stuff)Place mushrooms onto serving tray (stem side up) ready to stuff. You can also cook the mushrooms in the microwave for a few seconds. This lessens the earthy taste and softens the texture slightly.
- Crush chips and set aside.
- Cook Kraft Dinner noodles until just tender.Drain, and mix in cheese powder packet. (NOTE: do not add milk or butter)Mix well, and allow to cool for a few minutes.
- Mix crushed chips into the pasta.
- Stuff each mushroom with the pasta/chip mixture.
- ENJOY!!
prasanna hede
wow that is so amazing- you added ketchup chips! lovely recipe,bet you could not stop at 1!
Homemade & Yummy
Nope…sure did not stop at one.
Lynn | The Road to Honey
Such a brilliant idea Gloria to combine 2 appetizers into one. And when you think about it.. .the mushrooms make for the perfect little edible bowl. I’m already imaging all the other tasty things they could hold. But I love what you did with the KD. The nice fiery color is definitely eye catching.
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks…fingers crossed for the contest. They were fun to make and fun to eat too.
Dahn
these are the cutest little mushroom bites ever and look really fun to eat. What a great party food.
Homemade & Yummy
I agree….they were fun to make and fun to eat.
Amanda
I saw these in my Pinterest feed and stopped to click because they are just too adorable! I’ve never had ketchup chips, but they sound really unique and I’d love to try them!
Homemade & Yummy
Well ketchup chips are unique to Canada…so pay us a visit and pick some up.
Hadia
How cute! Never thought to use mushrooms as a base for mac and cheese!
Homemade & Yummy
HAHA…yes these are fun for sure.
Sivaranjani Rajendran
no doubt its iconic canadian recipe. I love the way you presented which really tempts me to grab some 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much, they were really fun to make.
Michele
Im a firm believer in any thing in that blue box KD or Kraft dinner being a complete comfort food! I really like the idea of it popped in a mushroom for a bite for a party appetizer too. Ill definitely be giving this a try for a Friday night cocktail hour at our house!
Homemade & Yummy
HAHHA…well I sure hope you like them.
swathi
You made not only delicious mushroom bites but the presentation with Canadian flag I love it. Genius and great party idea.
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much. They were a fun little project for sure.
Donna @ Modern on Monticello
Love the flags on top and the bites look so adorable with them. I’m sure they taste even better. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
Homemade & Yummy
You are welcome….thanks for hosting.
Kristen Chidsey
I am Canadian and LOVE these!! So fun. Unique maybe, but tasty for sure!
Homemade & Yummy
YES they are fun and tasty for sure.
Julie
Its so interesting to learn about food from various countries. I’ve never heard of ketchup chips before. This look so festive with the little flags – best of luck with the contest.
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much….fingers crossed.
peter @Feed Your Soul Too
So much delicious cheese. You have come up with a truly creative way to serve this goodness.
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much…they are fun for sure.
Elizabeth
As an expat Canadian I totally grew up on KD – loved it! The UK version pales in comparison and my kids won’t eat it, lol! Love the sound of this recipe!
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH…thanks so much. I did wonder how the different versions of KD in the other countries compare. Guess we have the best!!