Tonight, I didn’t even open a recipe book. I am challenging myself to be more creative and to think outside of the box. One of my biggest hurdles is fear. I cannot be afraid of failing. I need to come to terms with the reality that everything I make will not taste good and that is okay. […]…
December 2015
Pan Seared Pork with Sausage and Apricot Stuffing
The Most Amazing Deer Chili
This is one of my favorite Venison Chili recipes. The flavors are hearty and full. The chili does not have a gamey taste. We process are own deer so bacon fat was added while grinding the meat. I believe you can taste just a hint of the bacon which adds to the flavor of chili. Between my husband […]…
Roast Pork with Acorn Squash Puree for Sunday Dinner
This Roast Pork with Acorn Squash Puree came from Food and Wine. The puree is the star of this dish. It is hearty and full of flavor. Roasting the vegetables brings out the meatiness of the dish, and all of the vegetables blend together perfectly. Instead of using the center cut rack of pork, I […]…
Venison Stroganoff
I am always looking for new venison recipes so the family doesn’t get bored with the same old venison recipes. Check out my Venison Gyros. This year, husband has made deer chili and deer jerky which are some of our favorite recipes. Tonight, I decided to try a Venison Stroganoff. It was great comfort food […]…
Chicken Ranch Tacos ……… Taco Tuesday!
Braised Beef Brisket w/ Roasted Potatoes & Crunchy Shallots
I have made several braised brisket recipes. Today, I tried Emeril Lagasse’s Braised Brisket of Beef . The brisket was tender and flavorful. I made a batch of Emeril’s Creole seasoning, the Essence. I had anticipated that seasoning would be too spicy but it was just right. Even my four year old asked for several […]…