When my time is limited and I don't want take-out, I make good use from ready made ingredients or those that need little prep to create a tasty meal on a busy weeknight. I created this dish when I had only about 20 minutes to prep time. … [Read more...]
Rack of Venison with a Caramelized Shallot Blackberry Sauce
A perfect pairing: A roasted venison rack and fresh summer blackberries! Click on the thumbnail link to the right to watch Bobbie Jo prepare this recipe. … [Read more...]
Smoked Duck Strudel with Blueberry Pinot Noir Sauce
I made this for a client in my personal chef business when she requested "I'd like something with smoked duck, and blueberries." This strudel is crispy on the outside, and has a creamy salty flavor from the cheese on the inside. The blueberries give the duck a sweet/tart taste. And because Pinot Noir has fruity notes, I added it to the blueberry sauce. The combination turned out great, so … [Read more...]
Panko Crusted Quail with Sweet and Sour Plum Wine Sauce, Asian Slaw and Pineapple Salsa
My favorite little bird to eat with my fingers! I've created this Asian inspired quail dish with a sweet and sour sauce using plum wine and rice vinegar, a crispy slaw and sweet fruity pineapple salsa. It makes a great first course. … [Read more...]
Danny’s Brownie Obsession
To satisfy Danny's constant craving for brownies, I've created this semi-homemade version so I can be in and out of the kitchen, and he can have his brownie anytime he wants. … [Read more...]
Wild Boar Ham
The traditional Sunday dinner is made special by using a wild boar ham! Basting gives the exterior a caramelized crust. With humble sides like mashed potatoes and peas, this ham takes center stage on a large platter. Use the leftovers for my Pennsylvania Dutch recipe for "Popeye." … [Read more...]
Braised Wild Turkey with Mole Poblano
Wild turkey and mole is a play on the traditional Mexican dish Pollo en Mole Poblano. The spicy sweet flavor of this dish makes it my favorite and every time I make it, I'm reminded of my first trip to Puebla, Mexico. This recipe is a bit involved, but it makes a lot and the sauce can be used for so many dishes, so it's worth the effort. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Venison with a Quick Red Wine Pan Sauce
No need to sacrifice a great meal when time is limited. This recipe will have you in and out of the kitchen in no time and your stomach satisfied! Click on the thumbnail on the right to watch Bobbie Jo prepare this recipe: … [Read more...]
Venison Chili
Everyone loves venison chili, and I've created this version to be a bit milder for those who can't handle the "three alarm" type. I've added a few tablespoons of mole for a touch of cocoa flavor, and brown sugar for sweetness to balance out the spicy and savory ingredients. The spices are incorporated by using a "two spice-dump" system, that allows the spices to meld into the chili, … [Read more...]
“Butt Rubbed” Spice Rubbed Roasted Wild Pig Top Sirloin, Apricot Glaze, Pecan Dried Apricot Butter, Chile Whipped Garnet Yams, Bacon Shallot Sautéed Kale
Combining spicy, sweet, tangy and savory flavors creates a great dish. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Vanilla Butter Poached Lobster Tail
No need for oily drawn butter when you could have lobster cooked in a warm vanilla scented butter bath! I created this dish for a client, who wanted lobster with butter, but not the messy traditional drawn butter. I used a technique created by Chef Thomas Keller, but put a twist on the recipe by incorporating vanilla flavor into the butter sauce. Vanilla and lobster go great together! … [Read more...]
Venison Barley Stew
A hearty stew for hearty appetites and cold weather! I have everything in this stew but the kitchen sink. A dollop of horseradish cream and hot homemade bread makes this dish complete. … [Read more...]
Apple Cider Smoked Pheasant
After a 24 hour apple cider brine, these little birds get wrapped in a caul fat blanket, then smoked. What's left is a tender, tasty, juicy little bird. … [Read more...]
Braised Wild Pig Leg with Polenta and Mushrooms
Roasted Pheasant with Cinnamon Cardamom Sautéed Apples, Apple Brandy Sauce
You will love this new Roasted Pheasant with Cinnamon Cardamon recipes. … [Read more...]