Smokehouse Recipes

SMOKED AND SLOW COOKED WILD GAME SHANKS Wild game shanks, or lower leg muscles, are some of the tastiest parts of an animal. The key is not letting the looks of this cut intimidate you and using the proper cooking method. Slow cooking in a crock pot is the key to breaking down all the connective tissues in the shanks, resulting in tender, pull-apart, flavorful meat that can be used in virtually any recipe. Smoking the shanks for a few hours prior to slow cooking adds even more to the final product and it smells amazing while cooking. Pictured here,...

FRUITY & SMOKEY SALMON BAKE When looking to transform a stronger flavored fish, like salmon, think sweet and smokey. Many people who don't care for a salmon dinner, fawn over smoked salmon while those who think of salmon as having a "fishy" flavor, might change their minds with a fruit-forward salmon recipe. Unique and complex, the subtle smokiness and layered fruit flavors work together to create a very special recipe. INGREDIENTS: 1 large salmon fillet 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 cup grated pear and or apple zest and juice of 1 orange 3 tablespoons melted butter 1 tablespoon brown sugar...

SMOKEY STUFFED VENISON Whether it's a special holiday meal or a fancy weeknight dinner, stuffing a wild backstrap or tenderloin makes a beautiful crowd-pleasing presentation and keeps the lean cut of meat moist. Because everyone has their own favorite stuffing recipe, the substitutions and variations of Smokey Stuffed Venison are endless. Just make sure there's a generous amount of added fat, ie. bacon or sausage with pan drippings can be used instead of butter. The recipe featured here is using a portion of elk backstrap. Adjust stuffing volume to accommodate larger or smaller cuts of wild game as necessary.  INGREDIENTS:...

SAUCY SMOKED MEATBALLS Whatever ground meat you have on hand, be it venison, waterfowl, beef, pork or turkey, these are sure to be a hit. Adding a touch of smoke before pan frying takes these meatballs from good to great, giving them that extra layer of flavor that can't be attained with herbs or spices. The herb additions are endless so feel free to add to, or switch up, the Italian seasoning, basil and/or parsley to suit your flavor palate. Feel free to skip the cheese if you'd like, although it's a nice surprise in the middle of a meatball!...

HIGH PROTEIN PEPPERONI STICKS If looking for a healthy, economical, easy way to make your own pepperoni, look no further! Preserved, on-the-go meats like pepperoni and jerky tend to be costly and many are full of preservatives and fillers. Making your own pepperoni allows you to control such factors as fat and sugar content. We have done the work for you in this recipe with our tasty Pepperoni Sausage Mix that has only a few ingredients. There are no label mysteries with sea salt, spices, mustard seed, chili pepper, garlic and sunflower oil. These High Protein Pepperoni Sticks are made...