Slow cookers rule. You get to just dump a pile of meat and spices in a vat and walk away, to be hailed as some kind of culinary genius 8 hours later. This recipe is a take on a Pakistani dish, Nihari, and borrows heavily from the second edition of Anupy Singla’s cookbook The Indian Slow Cooker. The hardest step in the process is grating ginger, which speaks to how simple it is, but it yields a dish that is deeply comforting with complex flavors. Side benefit: your house smells amazing for ...

  Growing up in Houston, Texas, I was exposed to an abundant food scene fueled by the city’s diverse population. From African oxtail stew to VietCajun crawfish and noodles, I developed an adventurous palate early on, and it’s served me well in my journey as an amateur wild game chef. The biggest culinary influence of my childhood, however, was the food prepared by my stepfather’s side, a family of Cuban immigrants that fed me a rotating menu of homemade Latin American standards: ropa vieja, ...

By Melissa Hendrickson   What better way to celebrate the rejection of Proposition 127 in Colorado, the citizen initiative that tried to ban mountain lion hunting, than baking up a delicious treat using rendered mountain lion fat? This jar of fat was reserved for special occasions as it was my husband’s first mountain lion and our first time cooking and baking with cat fat. If you don’t happen to have any cougar fat on hand, this recipe can be easily substituted with any other fat you might ...

The arrival of fall means many things to a hunter. Here in Montana in September, I’m often conflicted by the dueling options of archery elk hunting and the upland bird season. Bow or shotgun? Bugling bulls or flushing grouse? Either adventure awaits a mere hour’s drive from my porch. An embarrassment of riches, sure, but still a tough choice. Sometimes I let my appetite decide, and last week I had a craving for one of my favorite comfort foods: grouse and dumplings. A play on the southern ...

Wisconsin is rich with sports history and an enthusiastic fanbase. A staple of this state’s sports lore is the tailgate cookout  found prior to any Green Bay Packers, Bucks or Brewers game. Those who attend a traditional tailgate can be seen partaking in a game of cornhole (“Bags” if you’re a Wisconsinite)and enjoying a cold beverage, all while being adorned with their jerseys and the occasional cheese head. While representing the state of Wisconsin and BHA's Collegiate Program at this ...

  Late in the summer, I almost always notice more roasts in my freezer than anything else. Most people overlook Indonesia when they think of Asian foods, but this one is incredible, and the ingredients (save one) are readily available at most grocery stores. Rendang is a traditional Indonesian Dry Curry slow-cooked in coconut milk, and it is an amazing way to breathe life into a classic roast.   Ingredients: 1 wild game roast (2-3 lbs) 1 can of coconut milk 1 can of beef broth or wild game ...

  Every year near the end of August folks in my circle start talking about September 1 -- better known as dove season! They are always shocked when I tell them I won’t be out there on opening day. They are even more shocked when I tell them why. Dove hunters at the trailhead scratch their heads and look at me like I am trying to pull one over on them when I tell them, “No go ahead and hunt over there, I am hunting the marsh for sora rail!” This little-known bird is not only fun to hunt; it ...

  BY COREY ELLIS AND JULIE MACKIEWICZ   New Mexico is known for their red and green chili. If you’ve ever lived there, or spent much time there, you know that once you start down the chili path there’s no turning back! These slightly spicy and citrusy red chili venison tacos will satisfy any chili fanatic – until your next hankering at least.  Prepare in a slow cooker, Crockpot, Instant Pot or Dutch oven   Ingredients:  1 lb. of braising meat (shank, neck, rib meat or brisket) 2 tbsp of ...

California is well known for its wine country and scenic vineyards throughout the state, but here is a vintage recipe you may not have heard of: Pronghorn Antelope Dolmas.     This derivative of the popular Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dish infuses the delicate flavor of fresh grape leaves with robust pronghorn sausage, jasmine rice and a hint of cream cheese to harmonize the flavors into a phenomenal appetizer that will disappear the second you set them down on the table. While many ...

  Morels are basically awesome. Mushrooms in general are, but for me, morels are especially awesome. In the woods around me, checking out areas that have previously burned after the spring rains kick in is a surefire method of success, but it takes some looking, even after you know what to look for. As with all mushrooms, I would recommend getting someone who knows what they are looking for to take you out for the first time. Mushroom nerds aren't terribly hard to find in our community, but ...