A fun twist on the classic Canadian pizza pop, filled with bison and wild ingredients.
Welcome back to our weekly AI Food Art series, where culinary creativity meets digital innovation! This week, we are excited to showcase a vibrant and playful take on the iconic pizza pop, featuring a delightful combination of locally sourced ingredients that highlight Manitoba’s rich culinary landscape. As we explore food security through delicious recipes, this unique dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also embodies the spirit of community and sustainability.
Our featured meal this week is a spiced bison and wild mushroom pastry pocket, oozing with tangy elderberry and chili jam. Encased in a flaky, golden-brown crust lightly dusted with rosemary salt, this creation is a feast for the eyes and palate alike. The rustic presentation on a wooden table, paired with a bottle of fermented wild berry soda, makes this dish a perfect centerpiece for gatherings or family dinners. Join us as we delve into this mouthwatering recipe that celebrates Manitoba’s food culture and the importance of digital literacy in sharing culinary knowledge.
A Recipe for Bison and Wild Mushroom Pizza Pops with Elderberry Jam
This playful pizza pop features a crispy, golden-brown pastry pocket filled with spiced bison and earthy wild mushrooms, creating a savory explosion of flavors. The addition of tangy elderberry and chili jam adds a delightful contrast, while the flaky crust and rosemary salt elevate this dish to new heights. Perfect for a cozy gathering or a fun family meal, these pizza pops are sure to impress with their vibrant colors and rich textures.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground bison
- 1 cup wild mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1/4 cup elderberry and chili jam
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Flour for dusting
- Wild thyme sprigs for garnish
- Fermented wild berry soda (for serving)
Preparation Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
- Add the ground bison, wild mushrooms, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook until the bison is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 4 equal squares.
- Place a generous tablespoon of the bison and mushroom mixture in the center of each pastry square. Top with a teaspoon of elderberry and chili jam.
- Fold the pastry over to create a pocket and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle lightly with rosemary salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with wild thyme sprigs.
- Serve warm with a side of fermented wild berry soda for a refreshing complement.
Prompt Engineering: How You Can Make This Image:
Here’s the prompt we used to create the image:
Prompt: For a vibrant and playful take on the iconic pizza pop, present a crisp, golden-brown pastry pocket filled with spiced bison and wild mushrooms. The pop oozes with tangy elderberry and chili jam, while the flaky crust is lightly dusted with rosemary salt. Capture a close-up shot from a slight angle, using a 50mm lens at f/5.6 to emphasize the texture of the crust and the glossy sheen of the jam. Set the scene on a rustic wooden table, with a colorful checkered cloth underneath. In the background, an open bottle of fermented wild berry soda adds a fun touch, complemented by a sprig of wild thyme for garnish. Soft, natural light filters through a nearby window, enhancing the inviting atmosphere and highlighting the dish’s rich details.
About Our 2025 Spring and Summer Program
As part of our AI Food Prompt Fridays series, this challenge is not just about creating stunning food imagery—it’s about exploring the broader landscape of digital literacy, media arts and how generative AI tools are shaping the future of creativity. Engaging with AI to craft these images, artists develop a deeper understanding of AI-assisted design, digital media, and visual storytelling. This exploration fosters critical skills in creative problem-solving, prompt crafting, and mastering new technology, empowering artists to push the boundaries of their craft while enhancing their digital fluency. Through this process, we’re not only creating art but also learning to navigate the evolving intersection of technology and creativity. Our 2025 Fall and Winter program activities are supported by the OpenAI Researcher Access Program and the Manitoba Arts Council.