The Deerslayer's Wife
Embracing the Hunting Lifestyle
Tag: Venison
Waste Not!
I have to admit that I’ve sometimes imagined what it would be like to have my own cooking show. I doubt that it would be on the Food Network since I don’t have that kind of “presence”. But then, where? Food Network is just… Continue Reading “Waste Not!”
Faux-so Buco
I’m always looking for new wild game recipes and methods for cooking the meat that fills my freezers, particularly at this time of year when I’m trying to finish up last year’s harvest. Sometimes I stumble upon a fabulous recipe that’s just exactly what… Continue Reading “Faux-so Buco”
Axis Bacon-Wrapped Garlic Roast
Get a bunch of hunters sittin’ around a fire and ask ’em what they think of axis deer meat. I’m guessing that the consensus, after a couple of contemplative sips of beer and a good deal of head-nodding, is that axis meat is top notch. The… Continue Reading “Axis Bacon-Wrapped Garlic Roast”
Spicy Marinara Venison Burgers
The other day, a wine-induced conversation ensued in the Deerslayer household regarding the best of all culinary goodness . Is pasta better than pizza? Is seared venison tenderloin superior to chicken-fried venison steak? In our family, I have to admit that pasta, cheese, bread, and… Continue Reading “Spicy Marinara Venison Burgers”
Venison (or Wild Pork, Nilgai, or Elk) Stroganoff
Yesterday was the first day of deer season, and yet, here in South Texas, we’re still having days with temperatures that reach into the 90’s, It’s comforting to know that I can open the freezer, grab some cooked venison, and go from there to prepare any number of tasty… Continue Reading “Venison (or Wild Pork, Nilgai, or Elk) Stroganoff”
Successful Hunt? You decide!
Okay, it was the first day of deer season in South Texas. For the first time in quite a few years, Deerslayer headed out alone since the girls and I were had a previous commitment. At daybreak, he scored this very nice ten-point, which… Continue Reading “Successful Hunt? You decide!”
If I Could Save Time in a Bottle…
the first thing that I’d like to do … is buy several cases and hide them under my bed! This little hint has turned into a real time saver. Every so often, I slow-cook up a roasting pan full of venison and/or wild pork… Continue Reading “If I Could Save Time in a Bottle…”
Waste Not Want Not
Venison Bolillo Tortas (Sandwiches) I’ve said before that, when it comes to hunting, it’s important to me to use as much of a harvested animal as possible. While my part in the hunting process is limited to preparation of the meat, I feel strongly… Continue Reading “Waste Not Want Not”
Some Days Just Scream Out for Chili-Roni
Chili-Mac with Ground Venison & Ground Pork Everyone has his/her favorite comfort food. My family loves chicken fried venison steaks with garlic mashed potatoes and cream gravy. We all love venison meatloaf. It makes the house smell great! Any type of pasta is comforting.… Continue Reading “Some Days Just Scream Out for Chili-Roni”
Not Always the Cat’s Meow (Venison Marsala)
Like every other deerslayer’s wife on the planet, as hunting season winds down, I come to the realization that, as much as I embrace my vocation, being the wife of a deer slayer isn’t always all that great. Don’t get me wrong! There’s no… Continue Reading “Not Always the Cat’s Meow (Venison Marsala)”
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