danceswithtrolls
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Post by danceswithtrolls on Nov 9, 2015 3:19:16 GMT
We have been invited to attend a Canadian themed dinner party. We were asked to pick a province, and bring 2 appetizers that reflect on that province.
As much as I would love to pick Quebec and go with poutine and something maple flavoured, I feel like that is just too obvious and no thought involved. KWIM?
Any suggestions for me?
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theshyone
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Post by theshyone on Nov 9, 2015 3:22:06 GMT
Prairie oysters?
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danceswithtrolls
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Post by danceswithtrolls on Nov 9, 2015 3:24:33 GMT
LMAO....uh no thanks. But I did seriously LOL |
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Post by theshyone on Nov 9, 2015 3:25:35 GMT
BC Salmon, Lobster from Maritimes, PEI potatoes, Alberta Beef, many provinces are known for a food item that could then be used in appetizers
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danceswithtrolls
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Post by danceswithtrolls on Nov 9, 2015 3:29:01 GMT
I get that. I can come up with a food, such as Alberta beef. But what kind of appetizer should I make with the beef beef and what do I make for a second appetizer.
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Post by leannec on Nov 9, 2015 3:31:58 GMT
Hmmm ... I'm from Alberta so I would do some sort of beef based thing ... not sure what that would be though  Sorry I'm pretty much no help  ETA: We are also known for our canola oil ... you could make a salad with high quality canola dressing  |
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Post by scrapbookdiva on Nov 9, 2015 3:37:24 GMT
We do love our bacon! What about beef or seafood wrapped in bacon? My friend makes a scallop wrapped in bacon, brushed with soy sauce and baked until bacon is crispy. Yummy! you could also make creton which is a ground pork spread (kind of like a pate). It is very popular in Quebec. It's not my personal favourite, but my family loves it there's a recipe here: catherinecuisine.com/2014/01/13/cretons-de-porc/ |
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Post by lucki on Nov 9, 2015 3:44:15 GMT
Maybe meatballs or bacon wrapped steak bites for the beef? For your second appetizer what about a cheese based one? Sylvan Star is an Alberta based cheese maker. Or maybe a wheat berry salad? |
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Post by katlaw on Nov 9, 2015 5:04:02 GMT
Canada has the world's third largest Ukrainian population - after Ukraine and Russia. So a lot of "Canadian" food has a Ukrainian base.
If you want to expand on that theme buy frozen perogies. The potato and cheddar Cheemo perogies if you can buy them where you live, though any frozen perogies will do.
Take a package of bacon and cut the bacon slices in half. Wrap each frozen perogy in a half slice of bacon. Place frozen, bacon wrapped perogies on parchment paper on a cookie sheet (jelly roll pan).
Bake at 350 for 20 minutes. Serve with sour cream. These are delicious.
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Post by Nanner on Nov 9, 2015 5:11:11 GMT
wheat - anything on baguette slices.
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Post by Rainy_Day_Woman on Nov 9, 2015 5:16:53 GMT
What about making pea meal bacon sliders? I slice peameal thin and glaze with maple syrup and Dijon mustard and then BBQ the bacon. Throw a slice on some soft white slider buns with optional mustard for dipping. Add a bag of ketchup chips and you are done You can BBQ ahead of time and reheat quickly. It still tastes great. |
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Post by juanita on Nov 9, 2015 13:02:44 GMT
I would pick NS and do bacon wrapped scallops and a crab dip.
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Post by bc2ca on Nov 9, 2015 15:56:32 GMT
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danceswithtrolls
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Post by danceswithtrolls on Nov 10, 2015 1:57:54 GMT
Thanks for the suggestions! That really helps!
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Post by QueenoftheSloths on Nov 19, 2015 23:28:50 GMT
Canada has the world's third largest Ukrainian population - after Ukraine and Russia. So a lot of "Canadian" food has a Ukrainian base. If you want to expand on that theme buy frozen perogies. The potato and cheddar Cheemo perogies if you can buy them where you live, though any frozen perogies will do. Take a package of bacon and cut the bacon slices in half. Wrap each frozen perogy in a half slice of bacon. Place frozen, bacon wrapped perogies on parchment paper on a cookie sheet (jelly roll pan). Bake at 350 for 20 minutes. Serve with sour cream. These are delicious. OMG, this sounds crazy good! |
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Post by theshyone on Apr 15, 2016 19:44:14 GMT
What did you end up taking?
Revisited for school assignment.
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Post by danceswithtrolls on Apr 15, 2016 22:28:09 GMT
We ended up taking smoked salmon(British Columbia) on baguette slices. I think there was cream cheese with capers and seasonings on the baguette slice and topped with smoked salmon.
Then we did a potatoe based appetizer for PEI. Leftover mashed potatoes, bacon bits, green onion, shredded cheddar cheese mixed with one beaten egg. Then baked in a mini muffin pan and served with sour cream.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2016 23:23:29 GMT
Our friends in Trail drink a lot or beer.
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Post by theshyone on Apr 16, 2016 1:13:13 GMT
We ended up taking smoked salmon(British Columbia) on baguette slices. I think there was cream cheese with capers and seasonings on the baguette slice and topped with smoked salmon. Then we did a potatoe based appetizer for PEI. Leftover mashed potatoes, bacon bits, green onion, shredded cheddar cheese mixed with one beaten egg. Then baked in a mini muffin pan and served with sour cream. Yummy, that sounds great. |
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