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Wild food offers a bounty of fresh, organic, and sustainable meals for those willing to source it from gardening, foraging, or hunting. With a sense of pride and accomplishment, feasting on the outdoors provides high quality nourishment for the body and soul. Wild Table brings together simple cooking methods, yet jaw-droppingly delicious recipes that will elevate any plate.

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How to Make Deer Jerky from Whole Muscle Meat
November 13th, 2024

Although many types of meat can be used to make jerky like beef, turkey, goose, and duck, one of our favorites is venison or deer jerky. You can make deer jerky from ground meat, but we recommend making your first batch out of sliced whole muscle (round or

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How to Use Caul Fat to Elevate your Wild Game Cooking
October 30th, 2024

Throughout history, many parts of the animal that we often overlook today were used out of necessity. But their inclusion isn’t merely a matter of grim survival; they were also cherished for their flavor and utility. One ingredient often forgotten in

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Venison Cornbread Casserole | Wild Table
October 16th, 2024

One of my choice comfort food dishes to serve to family and friends is a tasty venison cornbread casserole.  The casserole is a quick and easy crowd-pleaser, combining ground venison, chopped onion, yellow bell pepper, sweet corn, a blend of

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Duck Ragu with Mushrooms | Wild Table
October 2nd, 2024

Let's delve into the rustic art of preparing duck ragu, a deeply rooted culinary tradition that intertwines with the authentic experience of duck hunting.If the weather has a bracing chill and the scent of damp earth perfumes the air, it's the perfect

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Grilled Duck and Romaine Lettuce Caesar Salad | Wild Table
September 18th, 2024

I look forward to North Dakota waterfowl hunting more than any other season throughout the year. Long, cold, wet days trudging around in waders can take its toll. But it’s the smiling faces of my wife and daughter who bite into mouthwatering

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Smoked Bison Burnt Ends | Wild Table
September 4th, 2024

My family is a big football family and one of our favorite snacks has got to be these little bites of bison burnt ends. Whether you’re a football fan or not, on a lazy day you can’t go wrong with this snack in the house for a group of

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Axis Deer Orange Venison | Wild Table
August 21st, 2024

Colors of the Pacific sunrise glisten off the morning dew as your pursuit of the Axis deer leads you through the lush, green tempest of the Hawaiian wild. You have the perfect orange venison recipe in mind, now all you need is to find your elusive quarry.

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Venison Shank Tostadas with Pineapple Salsa | Wild Table
August 7th, 2024

Venison shank is from the lower leg of the animal and a tough cut of meat. But when braised for many hours in a slow cooker, the tough meat softens and transforms into something tender, juicy, and succulent - perfect to put on a taco or tostada like I did

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Antelope and Black Bean Flautas | Wild Table
July 24th, 2024

Antelope and Black Bean Flautas are bite-sized finger foods that are always a crowd-pleaser keeping your guests sustained until the main dish is ready to be served. Each individual flour tortilla is filled and rolled up with a combination of ground pronghorn

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Elk Pot Roast | Wild Table
July 10th, 2024

Throughout this narrative journey, you'll discover the raw energy and boundless beauty of nature, the unique thrill of hunting, and the rewarding experience of turning a hearty cut of wild game into the wholesome, mouth-watering dish of Elk Pot Roast. Morning

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Venison Burger Green Enchilada Bake | Wild Table
June 26th, 2024

Creamy, cheesy, and very easy – this Venison Burger Green Enchilada Bake all comes together in an oven-safe skillet.  When it comes to wild game recipes, it’s hard to think of a more versatile ingredient than a pound of ground venison.

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Bison Short Rib Quesadillas | Wild Table
June 12th, 2024

An easy family dinner with some slow cooked protein goes a long way in my household. Bison short ribs can honestly be served on their own, however, if you want kids to eat them, adding cheese is a good start. These short ribs pair great as the meat in

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Roast Wild Boar with Blackberry Glaze | Wild Table
May 29th, 2024

Delving head-first into the sylvan, rustling expanse of Hawaiian rainforests, seeking an elusive game as fascinating as the Wild Boar, stimulates an adrenaline rush like no other.  Hunting for boar in Hawaii isn't just for sustenance or sport, it's a

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Air Fryer Garlic Parm Wild Turkey Kebabs | Wild Table
May 15th, 2024

Get ready for flavor-packed Garlic Parmesan Wild Turkey Kebabs! After a successful turkey season, these juicy wild turkey bites are seasoned with spices and olive oil, then cooked to perfection in the air fryer. But the real star? The irresistible

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Elk Curry with Toasted Coconut | Wild Table
May 1st, 2024

I’m a firm believer in color and fragrance when cooking in the kitchen and one of my best-loved hunger-inducing meals is my Elk Curry with Toasted Coconut dish. The curry powder adds hints of spice and sweetness, and when combined with cubed elk meat,

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Raccoon Fajitas | Wild Table
April 17th, 2024

Ah, imbue the air with the cool zest of the wilderness, the hush of the forest at night as we take a journey from a nocturnal pursuit to raccoon fajitas. Picture the tall timberland, gently humming, an orchestra performed by wind-blown leaves and

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Venison T-Bone and French Trimmed Racks | Wild Table
April 3rd, 2024

Indulge in the rich flavors of venison with Mike Robinson’s exquisite reverse seared Venison T-Bone and French Trimmed Rack recipe. The host of Farming the Wild creates a custom rub for the cuts of venison, slow cooks them to perfection in his

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Reverse Seared Bison Tri-Tip | Wild Table
March 20th, 2024

Tri-tip is one of my family’s staple dinners and though bison is a leaner cut versus beef, a Bison tri-tip reversed seared can be just as juicy as beef. It’s a roast cut that can feed the whole family just sliced and put right on the plate with

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Slow Cooked Aoudad Tacos | Wild Table
March 6th, 2024

Ah, the adventure and delight of preparing field-to-table Aoudad Tacos - a true culinary journey from the wilderness to the home kitchen. Let's embark on this exciting process. First, we'll discuss the hunt process, which is a significant part of this

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Edible Flowers? 4 Ways to Cook with Nasturtiums | Wild Table
February 21st, 2024

Nasturtiums (nuh-STUR-shm) are one of the first seeds I plant when the weather allows. My taste buds anticipate the fiery-flavored leaves, and I imagine seeing their beauty flourish all around the farm as I sow them into the ground. There is so much more to

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Elk Scaloppine | Wild Table
February 7th, 2024

A classical Italian dish characterized for its simplicity of ingredients and quick prep-to-plate steps. Scaloppine obtained its name from the plural usage of the Italian word ‘scaloppa’ meaning thinly sliced cutlets of meat served curled

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Grouse Pot Pie with a Sourdough Discard Butter Crust | Wild Table
December 27th, 2023

Here’s a recipe close to my heart – Grouse Pot Pie with a Sourdough Discard Butter Crust. My sister first shared this recipe using chicken and I loved it so much that I adapted it to incorporate the rich flavors of northern Minnesota ruffed grouse.

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Mouthwatering Venison Green Chile Stew | Wild Table
December 13th, 2023

With fall coming to an end and temperatures begin to cool down considerably, sometimes cravings for fresh and light ingredients can diminish and yearnings for comfort food start to take over. Days become shorter and the outdoor thermometer never seems to

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Homemade Elk Hamburger Helper | Wild Table
November 29th, 2023

With freezers full of elk, venison, wild turkey, duck and more, the Savage team is always looking for recipes to modify with a wild game twist. This Elk Hamburger Helper recipe is heavily influenced by Half Baked Harvest’s Healthier Homemade One

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Hearty Venison Chili | Wild Table
November 15th, 2023

Chili and wild game have been a partnership that has lasted the test of time. It has always delivered a warm hearty meal to the partaker and the perfect pairing to a cold night. The thing I enjoy most about it, is the millions of ways it can be made. Each

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Roasted Goose with Cranberry Sauce | Wild Table
November 1st, 2023

After a painstaking wait and a careful aim, a successful hunter could lay claim to a rich-meat goose. Once retrieved, the goose should be cleaned immediately to maintain the freshness of the meat. The process involves plucking, gutting, rinsing

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Wild Sumac Gin and Tonic | Wild Table
October 18th, 2023

Sumac Gin and Tonic is an easy way to spice up a classic drink. Sumac has a lovely tart flavor that is similar to lemon and blends quite nicely with the usual ingredients of a gin and tonic. For a stronger flavor, try soaking Sumac in the tonic instead of

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Venison Enchilada Meatballs | Wild Table
October 4th, 2023

There are so many options when it comes to ground game meat like these baked Venison Enchilada Meatballs. I’ve made this enchilada dish with ground elk and now with a couple of pounds of ground venison. Simple to make and quick to cook! Enjoy them

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Venison Sausage Gumbo | Wild Table
September 20th, 2023

Gumbo is a Deep South Creole staple and an absolute pleasure to devour. Adding venison sausage to this dish adds a wonderful additional taste to an already flavor packed dish. The combination of hearty goodness it delivers is sure to become a family

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Roasted Tomato Pasta with Venison Meatballs | Wild Table
September 6th, 2023

Sharing time together at the family table over a hearty meal has been a big part of my life and tradition since I was a child.  Bringing together your loved ones to discuss the happenings of the day, share stories, and make memories, all while enjoying

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Elk Parmesan Patties | Wild Table
August 9th, 2023

Let’s celebrate the grind. Easy to prepare and convenient for most all occasions – You can grind 100% straight for the true connoisseur, add a touch of beef fat or suet for extra juiciness or toss in a bit of pork for the bacon lover. Whichever way

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Pheasant Breast with Elderberry & Mushroom Sauce | Wild Table
July 26th, 2023

When I’m out hunting pheasant in the fall, I always scan the field edges and hedgerows for wild mushrooms to cook with my birds - wood ear, oyster mushrooms, or hen of the woods would all be great options. This dish makes great use of the pheasant

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Sous Vide Backstrap | Wild Table
July 12th, 2023

Aside from the actual pursuit of the animal itself, backstrap might be the next biggest motivation for hunting big game animals. A tender cut of meat that almost always promises to leave the eater happy and full. There are a lot of ways to cook backstrap

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Dandelion Fritters | Wild Table
June 28th, 2023

Most people think of dandelions as a pesky weed you find growing just about everywhere. Few realize that these plants offer a variety of nutritional benefits.  These little plants offer a lot of vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, reduce

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Citrus Infused Elk Gyros | Wild Table
June 14th, 2023

The popular handheld sandwich called the Gyro (pronounced YEE-row) is believed to have originated in Greece and derived its name from the simple meaning ‘to turn’.    The Greek dish is prepared using pieces of meat that are stacked

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Deer Tallow: The Most Versatile Part of Deer | Wild Table
May 31st, 2023

Don’t throw the fat out with the gut pile! Save it and turn it into useable products around the kitchen and home! The reputation that deer fat isn’t good for rendering and other uses, is just plain wrong and most often is due to poor handling and

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Mushroom Stuffed Flounder with Elderberry Sauce | Wild Table
May 17th, 2023

Fresh fish, whether I catch it myself or get it from a great local purveyor, is always so satisfying. This recipe is a bit more involved than a simple sear, but the results are a treat!  The rich mushroom stuffing - chanterelle, oyster or chicken of

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Wild Turkey Salad Croissants | Wild Table
May 3rd, 2023

Wild turkey is one of my favorite types of game to cook, because it’s so versatile.  It’s great fried, baked, grilled, and sautéed.  You can substitute it for just about any chicken recipe, including wild turkey salad. 

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Wild Mushroom Pizza | Wild Table
April 19th, 2023

One of my favorite ways of eating wild mushrooms is adding them to a pizza. It’s just so simple, and so stinking good. You can add all kinds of mushrooms to a pizza, but my favorites are morels, chanterelles, oysters, black trumpets, and lobster

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Spicy Red Sauce Elk Enchiladas | Wild Table
April 5th, 2023

Originated in Mexico, enchiladas are one of the most celebrated culinary creations that have been widely adapted by a variety of cultures. Since it’s an extremely versatile meal, enchiladas can be prepared with a number of different ingredients that most

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Pulled Canada Goose | Wild Table
March 22nd, 2023

Canada Goose is a tricky bird to get right. However, its properties make it a prime candidate for low and slow cooking methods. Slow cooking methods undo the miles flown and millions of wing beats the meat endures before it reaches the plate. When

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Mediterranean Elk Pinwheels | Wild Table
March 8th, 2023

An ode to the tenderloin. Tucked up snug under the spine, the oblong shaped filets are often thought to be the Crème de la crème of steak honored and revered by hunters after a rewarding elk hunt on the mountain. Extremely tender, low in

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Snow Goose Jalapeno Poppers | Wild Table
February 22nd, 2023

Snow goose has a rap for being a trash game meat.  I’m here to let you know it absolutely is not! Snow goose, when cooked correctly, can be excellent eating.  They feast mainly on corn and other vegetables making them a tasty bird with a

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A Rich and Full-Bodied Elk Burgundy | Wild Table
February 8th, 2023

Bourguignon, also referred to as Burgundy, is a dish that is a well-known recipe and can be said to be a standard in French cuisine. Traditionally made with cuts of beef braised in dry red wine, beef broth, garlic and then complimented with pearl onions,

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Pakistani Venison Keema Aloo | Wild Table
January 25th, 2023

Keema Aloo, translated from Urdu is Ground Meat Potato. This simple dish is a home cooked staple in my wife’s birthplace of Karachi, Pakistan. It is usually made with beef or mutton, but it makes for a terrific use of our ground venison. Here

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Perfect Venison Burger | Wild Table
January 11th, 2023

Here it is – The perfect venison burger. The Savage team gave this recipe a good test run, and it did not disappoint. The original recipe is from Farming the Wild’s chef Mike Robinson and be found here. We changed it up a bit and used ground

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11 Easy Venison Recipes for Busy Weeknights
December 28th, 2022

Realtree’s Timber 2 Table chef shares cooking tips for fast and delicious wild game meals and 11 easy venison recipes the whole family will love.   A demanding work schedule and evenings spent shuttling kids to practices and activities can leave

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Easy Elk Quesadillas | Wild Table
November 28th, 2022

Quesadillas are a great way to stretch a pound of meat a little farther. This recipe only uses ½ lb of ground elk (or ground meat of your choosing) so you can use the other half for another recipe! Quesadillas are often dry and lacking in the flavor

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Elk Steak with Chipotle Butter | Wild Table
October 6th, 2022

Steak night is always great but sometimes it’s nice to switch it up a bit. This chipotle butter is a simple way to add a punch of flavor with only 2 ingredients! All you need is softened butter and a can of chipotles in adobo sauce to take steak

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Easy Ground Antelope Tacos | Wild Table
September 1st, 2022

Everyone loves a good taco night! These antelope tacos are the perfect weeknight taco that everyone knows and loves. They’re also a great way to use up some of the ground meat sitting in your freezer. This recipe includes a homemade taco seasoning

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Venison Steak with Cherry Sauce | Wild Table
August 4th, 2022

Backstrap is a cut of venison that is prized by most hunters, so it makes sense to make something special with it! This cherry sauce is a perfect way to take your venison steak to the next level. Simmer some dark, sweet cherries in a delicious sauce with

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Foraging Oyster Mushrooms | Wild Table
June 23rd, 2022

The temperatures are warming, days are getting longer, and you can begin to smell the change of the seasons from winter to spring wafting in the air. This time of year brings the forest back to life and it gets me excited to be out foraging the areas I

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Venison Stir Fry | Wild Table
June 16th, 2022

Have some roast or backstrap in your freezer you need to use up before this next hunting season? This quick and easy meal gives you options for any type of wild game meat. We chose venison from an axis deer for this recipe, but you can really make this

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A Crowd Pleasing Duck Philly with Camp Chef
April 7th, 2022

A hot meal – who doesn’t love it, right?! And there is nothing like coming in from a morning duck hunt to a warm meal. Well, this duck philly recipe is a crowd pleaser – and that’s right – a crowd. You can make this for

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Wild Turkey and Veggie Mac Bowl
November 23rd, 2021

Do you have a bunch of turkey you need to use? Maybe you need to use last spring’s wild turkey harvest and free up some precious freezer space.  Or do you have a bunch of leftover Thanksgiving turkey this week? The Turkey and Veggie Mac Bowl

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Sallie's Wild Pheasant Sandwiches
November 18th, 2021

Pheasant is one of my favorite wild game meats to eat and pheasant sandwiches are one of my favorite ways to prepare it! This ROOSTER twist on a classic chicken salad sandwich is a quick and easy way to use any leftover shredded pheasant for a tasty lunch.

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Sallie's Hot and Spicy Goose Strips
October 19th, 2021

Forget chicken strips! Hot and Spicy Goose Strips are one of my favorite way to cook waterfowl meat. If you don't have any goose meat, duck strips are just as tasty. These goose or duck strips are a great dish that the whole family will enjoy. Ingredients

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Chanterelle Mushrooms – Foolproof Foraging
August 24th, 2021

If you’re going to try foraging for wild mushrooms, you need to know what you’re doing. Poisonous fungi don’t warn you with unpleasant smells or tastes. Luckily, there are quite a few choice mushrooms which are easily identified.

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Allison's Jalapeno Popper Wild Turkey Salad
March 30th, 2021

Get your spring gobbler and get ready for this incredible field to table dish! Jalapeno Popper Wild Turkey Salad is a hit! It’s hard to beat turkey as a wild game meat in the kitchen. With turkey season right around the corner, I thought I would

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Sallie's Everything Venison Chili
February 16th, 2021

Everything Venison Chili is an easy, efficient wild game recipe that won't take all afternoon to make! You will need a large crockpot, frying pan, cutting board, knife, and a spatula. Ingredients 1 pound of venison, thawed 1 Tbsp. of olive oil 1 Tbsp. minced

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Crush Kitchen: Smoked Wild Turkey Tex Mex Bowls
February 2nd, 2021

Welcome to the Crush Kitchen! This wild game recipe is a tex mex twist for smoked wild turkey!  Ingredients Wild Turkey Breast Traeger Que Sauce 1 Package of Cauliflower Rice 1 Can of Black Beans 1 Diced Avocado 1 Can of Corn Sliced Jalepenos

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Mike's Rabbit Cubanos Recipe
January 26th, 2021

This wild game recipe for rabbit cubanos is a great twist for your Confit Rabbit and a perfect field to table meal. Ingredients 1 Loaf of good crusty Sourdough Bread A knob of butter for frying Enough Confit Rabbit to fill your Cubanos (toasted sandwich)

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Sallie's Weekend Antelope Roast
January 12th, 2021

I am not going into great detail about what roasts mean to me, how I harvested the meat and gathered the vegetables because, let's face it, get to the recipe already food bloggers! I call it a weekend roast because I usually start it on a Friday night

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Crush Kitchen: Turkey Taco Tuesday
November 24th, 2020

Welcome to the Crush Kitchen! Ready for a wild twist on Taco Tuesday? This Turkey Taco Tuesday wild game recipe is field to table at its finest! Ingredients 1 large turkey breast  Traeger Sweet & Heat BBQ Sauce Traeger Fin & Feather Rub 2

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Mike's Confit Rabbit Recipe
November 10th, 2020

This wild game recipe for confit rabbit is a hit for anyone looking for a different take on field to table meals! Ingredients Rabbit, skinned & jointed into sections Preserving jar(s) that will accommodate the jointed rabbit meat, leaving space for

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Crush Kitchen: Smoked Elk BBQ Bacon Burger
October 20th, 2020

Welcome to the Crush Kitchen! This savory smoked elk BBQ bacon burger is so easy and so delicious! Great wild game recipe to add to your field to table cookbook! Ingredients 2 pounds ground elk  Traeger Beef or Big Game Seasoning 1 pound bacon Bottle

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Mike's Wild Rabbit Terrine Recipe
September 30th, 2020

Have you ever had wild rabbit? This incredible field to table recipe is a great addition to any wild game chef's cookbook.  Note: The portions of meat used in this recipe are a movable feast and very dependent on the size of your baking tin. I

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Crush Kitchen: Sweet Potato Venison Hash
September 15th, 2020

Welcome to the Crush Kitchen! Sweet Potato Venison Hash is a fantastic wild game recipe that is a must-have for any field to table cookbook. Bonus points -- it's adaptable for other wild game you have in your freezer too! Ingredients 4 cups cubed grilled or

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Braised Neck of Venison with Deer Gravy
August 18th, 2020

Not sure what to do with venison neck? This braised neck of venison with deer gravy is a great wild game recipe! Ingredients 1 Whole Neck of Venison (we use Fallow, but Whitetail would work too) A large pan with enough Red Wine and Water (50/50) to

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Crush Kitchen: BBQ Elk Loin
August 4th, 2020

Welcome to the Crush Kitchen! Need an easy way to prepare that elk loin you have in the freezer? Fire up your slow cooker! This delicious, simple way to cook BBQ Elk Loin is a wild game recipe that deserves a spot in your field to table cookbook. 

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Suckling Pig - A Pig Fit For a King
July 21st, 2020

Suckling pig – A Pig Fit for a King Serves 15 to 20 INGREDIENTS 1 suckling pig, head on, c7kg (15lb) 1.5kg (3lb 5oz) pork mince 1.5kg (3lb 5oz) venison mince Salt and pepper 200g (7oz) breadcrumbs Large bunch sage, chopped Large bunch thyme, chopped

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Crush Kitchen: Venison Stuffed Peppers
July 7th, 2020

Welcome to the Crush Kitchen! Venison Stuffed Peppers is a fantastic wild game recipe that is a must-have for any field to table cookbook.  Ingredients 4 large bell peppers; (color of your choice, we used green, red, orange and yellow for presentation)

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Mike's Everyday Venison Burger
June 23rd, 2020

A good venison burger is a must-have wild game recipe for any field to table enthusiast.  Ingredients 1 lb of Ground Venison (good for 4 burgers) Salt to taste A handful of finely chopped Shallots 1 or 2 finely grated cloves of Garlic 2 tbsp of

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Crush Kitchen: Wild Game Ravioli Lasagna
June 2nd, 2020

Welcome to the Crush Kitchen! Wild Game Ravioli Lasagna is a tasty recipe for any ground wild game in your freezer! Ingredients Three Packages of Fresh or Frozen Ravioli (any type filling you prefer - we used standard cheese) One Jar Pasta Sauce  One

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Hunter's Breakfast with Deer Heart, Liver & Kidneys
May 26th, 2020

Have you utilized the heart, liver and kidneys from a deer in your wild game cooking? This simple, hearty dish is the perfect hunter's breakfast! It is truly a field to table wild game recipe! Ingredients 1 Deer Heart 1 Deer Liver 1 Deer Kidney Flour (to