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Tomatillo and Chili Pepper Stewed Venison Shoulder

Posted on 04/07/2016 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a great way to use a venison shoulder. The meat can be used as filling for tacos, burritos, tamales or on top of a sandwich. Venison Shoulder in a Tomatillo Chili Pepper Sauce 2-3 lb venison shoulder 2 … Continue reading →

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Massaman Curry

Posted on 06/15/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This curry is more in line with Indian food than Thai due to the sweetness of the sauce and the use of potato. Regardless it is very tasty. Authentically this is made with cheap beef cubes, but chicken thighs work … Continue reading →

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Stout Marinated Venison

Posted on 04/10/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here is another way to cook venison shoulder. This marinade could also be used for a tougher cut of beef. Serve this with rice or bulgur pilaf. Use Guinness extra stout for this or any recipe. That is the version … Continue reading →

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Venison Bourguignon

Posted on 02/09/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Slow cooked venison shoulder is substituted with amazing success in this classic stew. If no venison is available then the standard beef roast can be used. Use a young full bodied wine like a cotes du rhone or chianti. Venison … Continue reading →

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Venison Braised in Tomatoes

Posted on 01/30/2015 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Here is another great way to slow cook a whole venison shoulder. Braised Venison with Tomatoes 1 6-8 lb venison shoulder cut in half at the joint silver skin removed 2 cups red wine 2 28 oz cans whole tomatoes … Continue reading →

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Lentils and Arobrio Rice

Posted on 12/05/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This recipe is adapted from Lidia Bastianich’s Lidia Cooks From the Heart of Italy. If a more soupy consistency is desired up the stock to 11 cups. Chop the vegetables very very small for the best flavor. Lentils and Rice … Continue reading →

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Stewed Anasazi Beans

Posted on 06/18/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

Anasazi beans are named after the Native American people who cultivated them. They are meaty, hearty beans that are perfect for stewing and long cooking. They mash into a creamy  smooth paste and are great in chili or slow cooked … Continue reading →

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Braised Beef with Anchovy Sauce

Posted on 05/12/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a great way to cook a tough beef roast. The flavors of the sausage and anchovy create an excellent sauce. Braised Beef Roast 2-3 lb beef roast fat trimmed and tied together 6 anchovies washed 2 Italian sausage … Continue reading →

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Indian Stewed Whole Chicken

Posted on 03/12/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a good dish to serve at a party. Place the pot on a hot pad and let the guests tear the super tender, juicy meat from the bones themselves. This is adapted from Madhur Jaffrey’s Curry Easy. Whole … Continue reading →

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Creamy Stewed Chicken

Posted on 02/22/2014 by Rufus' Food and Spirits Guide

This is a simple dish that takes advantage of the tenderness of chicken thighs. Serve this over pasta, polenta or rice. Use fresh tomato juice and buttermilk for the best flavors. Chicken Stewed in Tomato Juice and Milk 4 chicken … Continue reading →

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