Venison Stew Recipe

venison

🥗Healthier: bison

💰Cheaper: beef

Bison is leaner than beef and still provides a rich flavor.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth is often less expensive and can be used in place of beef.

Cut up carrots, potatoes, onions, and mushrooms into small sizes.

Pour beef broth into the crock pot as the base.

Add a soft red wine to the broth.

Mix in red currant jelly for flavor.

Season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning.

Add a little water to the mixture.

Add the cut onions, carrots, mushrooms, and potatoes to the pot.

If desired, add jalapenos for heat.

Cover the crock pot and cook on high for 4 hours or on low if cooking all day.

To make gravy, pour Kentucky kernel flour into a bowl.

Add warm water to the flour and whisk until thick and smooth.

Pour the gravy mixture into the stew to thicken it.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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