Turkey season is in full swing across most of the country, and hunters now have their sights set on bearded birds that gobble and strut. In the last several years following COVID, there seems to have been an uptick in new turkey hunters hitting the spring woods for the first time. And that’s a great […]
This summer roll recipe combines Vietnamese and Chinese cooking. Tea-smoking is a simple Chinese cooking technique that infuses the gentle aromas and flavors of Szechuan peppercorns, tea, rice and star anise into meat, and it’s delicious with waterfowl. The smoke adds a different level of complexity, and when added to Vietnamese summer rolls, you […]
It’s the season for comfort food, and Jeff Benda has shared his family’s take on a familiar dish. “This casserole is a quick and family-friendly recipe that layers ground venison, extra veggies, and Tater Tots for a simple skillet dinner,” he said. “Prepping is easy by using a few staples everyone should have in their […]
Recipe and photos by Kory Slye Squirrel season is just around the corner, and since Kory uses a grill to bring greater flavor to the fresh vegetables in this recipe, it’s the ideal recipe to kick off an early fall hunt. Kory develops the flavor in this dish by first roasting the vegetables to give […]
Recipe and photos by Jeff Benda I usually butcher a lot of deer and antelope each year. With every animal I harvest, I am faced with the dilemma of how to use every cut to bring smiles to the faces of my wife and daughter when I cook for them. When it comes to making […]
You more than likely have all of these easy ingredients in your cupboard, as well as your freezer. Filled with vegetables as well as hearty meat, stuffed peppers are a cheap and easy way to make a delicious meal for lunch or dinner. Ingredients 2/3 cup long-grain white rice 6 bell peppers 1 Tbsp olive […]
A family favorite, venison & sausage lasagna. Have ground meat sitting in your freezer, unused and waiting for a good meal? With a few ingredients, you can make this hearty meal that the whole family will enjoy! Add some garlic bread and a side salad, and it’s a perfect evening meal or Sunday supper. Ingredients […]
Makes 10–12 ounces Allow at least 1 week to fully process this recipe that uses a method called “dry curing”. This is about as effortless as home-cured meat can get. A little salt and sugar now will yield you a whole lot of flavor later. Not only is the flavor rich and fragrant, but the […]
Vietnamese-French bread is the ideal sandwich bread. When fresh, its thin, golden-crispy crust offers a satisfying crunch that yields to every bite. And unlike traditional French bread, its crumb is tender and airy – not dense – perfect for filling with generous amounts of meat and vegetables, while inviting warm juices and sauces. Delicious stuffed […]
Photos and recipe By Jeff Benda This steak, avocado, and radish salad makes a healthy, balanced and delicious lunch or dinner. It’s ideal for home cooks who like fast and easy weekday meals. The ingredients in this salad work amazing together to create a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite! Ingredients: 8 ounces venison […]
