Slow Cooker Venison Roast [crockpot recipe]

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: cooking wine

Grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is cost-effective for cooking.

mushrooms

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned mushrooms

Canned mushrooms are a budget-friendly option.

Chop onion and large pieces of carrots, set aside in a bowl.

Wash baby potatoes without cutting them, set aside.

Sear the venison roast on all sides in duck fat.

Place the seared roast into the slow cooker.

Add half the garlic on top of the meat.

Season with salt and black pepper.

Add venison stock, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste to the slow cooker.

Layer the chopped vegetables on top of the meat to prevent sogginess.

Add dried thyme and dried parsley for flavor.

Add the remaining garlic and more salt and pepper as desired.

Set the slow cooker on low for 8-9 hours until tender.

To make gravy, add cornstarch to pan drippings and reduce down.

Serve with fresh parsley and drizzle gravy on top.

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