How to Make Venison Sausage Like a Professional Chef
Jan 7, 2026Evan Barrett
Please allow me to be frank. Making sausage is fun, easy, and once you know the basics, the possibilities seem limitless. As a professional chef who became a deer hunter through NDA’s Field to Fork…
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Venison is the Heart-Healthy, Eco-Friendly Red Meat
Oct 21, 2025Casey Rotenberger
You spend the season putting in hours of work to harvest a deer, likely because you enjoy the sport. The enjoyment can continue long past the point of processing if you begin to realize the…
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6 Ways Hunters Taint Their Venison and Get “Gamey” Flavor
Oct 1, 2025Lindsay Thomas Jr.
“Gamey” venison is code for mishandled venison. Having cooked and eaten young deer, old deer, mature bucks, rutting bucks, and ancient does, I will die on this hill. Properly handled and processed venison rarely has…
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Which Venison Tastes Better, Bucks or Does?
Sep 17, 2025Matt Ross
Most hunters stand firm that a primary motivator why they hunt is the ability to acquire a natural, sustainable source of delicious meat for their families. It certainly is for me! But it’s often said…
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Shredded Barbecue Venison Sandwiches on Pretzel Rolls
Jul 1, 2025Megan Postol
Tangy, meaty, and satisfying – shredded barbecue venison sandwiches are an easy and delicious way to use some of our freezer’s most prized possession. It doesn’t require any fancy ingredients. It pairs well with lots…
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Venison and Zucchini Egg Noodle Bake
Jul 1, 2025Megan Postol
If you are looking for some good ole comfort food, we have the perfect recipe for you to try. Venison and zucchini noodle bake is an easy recipe because it allows for a lot of…
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The Venison Liver Pâté Challenge
May 6, 2025Elizabeth Kligge
I would not consider myself to be someone who likes liver. However, I had a desire to utilize more of my deer, and that meant tackling a portion that many claim is inedible. I wanted…
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How to Make Venison Scotch Eggs
Apr 16, 2025Megan Postol
This delicious way to use venison requires so few ingredients, it’s almost hard to believe. Venison Scotch Eggs are a simple, hearty, and fun way to use our favorite wild game. They reheat well too,…
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Venison Steamed Buns
Feb 11, 2025NDA Staff
Craving a flavorful twist on a classic favorite? These venison steamed buns from Elevated Wild are the perfect blend of tender, juicy venison and soft, pillowy dough. Packed with rich, savory flavors and a touch…
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How to Make Venison Roast Beast Sandwiches
Dec 3, 2024Evan Barrett
Editor’s Note: Evan Barrett of Michigan learned to hunt deer through NDA’s Field to Fork program, and he has continued to participate in the program as a mentor to other new hunters. As a professional…
