Blend
meat with mushrooms for all
round
better
meals

The Big Blend is here to help the meat loving, mushroom munching masses of New Zealand make their meals better in one easy step.

Just blend meat with mushrooms.

It really is that simple.

If you're looking to have more plant-based foods in your diet, without having to learn a whole new repertoire of recipes, the Big Blend is what you've been waiting for! Just by blending mushrooms in with your mince, you can create better value, more nutritious, more delicious and more sustainable versions of your everyday favourites without overwhelming them with mushroom flavour, either.

In fact, blending makes such a subtle difference, even non-mushroom lovers (we know they're out there) won't turn their nose up to your blended masterpieces.

One of the best things about blending is its just fine tuning your everyday favourite meals so there are no new fancy techniques or kitchen gadgets needed. You just add finely chopped mushrooms in with the mince. Simple! To get you started, we've specially created a range of kiwi classic recipes, from burgers to bolognese sauce, nachos, cottage pie and more.

Give it a go, because once you blend, you'll believe.

Blend for better value

Blending is a great way to save a few bucks just by replacing a portion of your mince with mushrooms. A 50:50 blend of mince and mushrooms can cost you around 14% less than mince alone*. Or, bulk up your mince by blending with mushrooms and make your meals go further. Watch how to make our Blended Bolognese Sauce now or get the recipe here.

*As calculated by Nutrition Foundation NZ comparing a 500g blend of prime beef mince and loose white button mushrooms with 500g prime beef mince.

Blend for better nutrition

Mushrooms are a great source of important nutrients. You can make even the most comforting of comfort food a whole lot better for you just by blending meat with mushrooms. Watch how to make our Blended Burger now or get the recipe here.

Blend for better flavour

Blending meat with mushrooms is the perfect way to make your favourite meals even tastier! You can use mushrooms to up the savoury umami-ness, and complement the meat, without overwhelming the dish with mushroom flavour. Watch how to make our Blended Cottage Pie now or get the recipe here.

Blend for Better sustainability

We all want to do our bit for the planet. Blending meat with mushrooms is a great way to make your meals more sustainable. Meat farmers often get a bad rap for their impact on the environment, while mushrooms are one of the world's most earth-friendly crops to grow. Blending is about balance - you can still enjoy meat, just a little less of it, and you'll feel better for it! Watch how to make our Blended Chilli Nachos now or get the recipe here.