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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers & Finger Food

    Canadian Inspired Mushroom Bites Celebrating #Canada150

    July 19, 2017 *Updated* June 28, 2022 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 86 Comments

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    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.

    Mushrooms stuffed with macaroni with Canadian flag topper decoration.

    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).

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    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.

    Mushroom bites on a plate with more in the background and I Love Canada flags.

    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.

    Kraft dinner in a pot with the package and mushrooms in the background.

    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!

    A close up shot of stuffing the Kraft Dinner into the mushroom caps.

    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.

    Canadian Inspired Mushroom Bites Celebrating #Canada150 on a plate with Canadian flags.

    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.

    A close up of 1 single mushroom bite on a plate with a Canadian flag.

    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.

    My submission to last year’s contest was Blended ROCCAN Rolls!!

    Did you know you can use mushrooms in pate? Vegan Mushroom Pate is the perfect meatless alternative to the traditional liver-based classic. 

    How about grilled mushrooms? These Grilled Portobello Mushroom Caps are perfect as an appetizer, side or light meal. 

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    Canadian Inspired Mushroom Bites Celebrating #Canada150 combines 2 famous foods into a great mushroom stuffing. Proudly Canadian Eh! | homemadeandyummy.com

    Canadian Inspired Mushroom Bites Celebrating #Canada150

    Canadian Inspired Mushroom Bites Celebrating #Canada150 combines 2 famous foods into a great mushroom stuffing. Proudly Canadian Eh! 
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    Course: Appetizer, Party Food
    Cuisine: Canadian
    Keyword: Happy Birthday Canada
    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 30 servings
    Calories: 36kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    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!!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 36kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 86mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.4mg

    Notes

    These are best served at room temperature. Leftovers should be stored in the fridge. You can slightly heat them in the microwave when you take them out of the fridge. This takes the chill off the pasta.
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    Comments

    1. prasanna hede

      October 08, 2017 at 1:27 pm

      wow that is so amazing- you added ketchup chips! lovely recipe,bet you could not stop at 1!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        October 08, 2017 at 9:27 pm

        Nope…sure did not stop at one.

    2. Lynn | The Road to Honey

      August 01, 2017 at 3:41 pm

      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.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        August 01, 2017 at 8:56 pm

        Thanks…fingers crossed for the contest. They were fun to make and fun to eat too.

    3. Dahn

      July 30, 2017 at 10:57 pm

      these are the cutest little mushroom bites ever and look really fun to eat. What a great party food.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 31, 2017 at 8:45 am

        I agree….they were fun to make and fun to eat.

    4. Amanda

      July 28, 2017 at 6:28 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 28, 2017 at 8:20 pm

        Well ketchup chips are unique to Canada…so pay us a visit and pick some up.

    5. Hadia

      July 25, 2017 at 5:06 pm

      How cute! Never thought to use mushrooms as a base for mac and cheese!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 26, 2017 at 1:06 am

        HAHA…yes these are fun for sure.

    6. Sivaranjani Rajendran

      July 25, 2017 at 7:38 am

      no doubt its iconic canadian recipe. I love the way you presented which really tempts me to grab some 🙂

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 26, 2017 at 1:07 am

        Thanks so much, they were really fun to make.

    7. Michele

      July 24, 2017 at 10:24 pm

      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!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 26, 2017 at 1:07 am

        HAHHA…well I sure hope you like them.

    8. swathi

      July 24, 2017 at 9:16 pm

      You made not only delicious mushroom bites but the presentation with Canadian flag I love it. Genius and great party idea.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 26, 2017 at 1:08 am

        Thanks so much. They were a fun little project for sure.

    9. Donna @ Modern on Monticello

      July 24, 2017 at 8:46 pm

      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

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 24, 2017 at 8:48 pm

        You are welcome….thanks for hosting.

    10. Kristen Chidsey

      July 24, 2017 at 4:36 pm

      I am Canadian and LOVE these!! So fun. Unique maybe, but tasty for sure!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 24, 2017 at 8:48 pm

        YES they are fun and tasty for sure.

    11. Julie

      July 24, 2017 at 1:04 pm

      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.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 24, 2017 at 8:48 pm

        Thanks so much….fingers crossed.

    12. peter @Feed Your Soul Too

      July 24, 2017 at 12:46 pm

      So much delicious cheese. You have come up with a truly creative way to serve this goodness.

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 24, 2017 at 8:48 pm

        Thanks so much…they are fun for sure.

    13. Elizabeth

      July 24, 2017 at 2:37 am

      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!

      Reply
      • Homemade & Yummy

        July 24, 2017 at 11:02 am

        HAHAH…thanks so much. I did wonder how the different versions of KD in the other countries compare. Guess we have the best!!

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