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Ingredients: 1 cup tomato juice 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 1 tablespoon pomegranate juice 2 tablespoons hot sauce (choose your preferred level of heat) Dash of Worcestershire sauce Pinch of salt Freshly ground black pepper (to taste) Directions: 1. Prepare the Juices: In a large pitcher, combine the tomato juice, freshly squeezed orange juice, and lime juice. The fresh citrus juices will give your Sangrita a bright, zesty base. 2. Add Pomegr …

Ingredients: 7-8 medium to large tomatoes, finely chopped 4-5 tablespoons green chilies (canned or fresh, finely chopped) 2 tablespoons jalapeño peppers, finely diced (adjust to taste for spice level) 1 tablespoon garlic powder (or garlic salt if preferred) 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped Salt, to taste Directions: 1. Prepare the Vegetables: Chop the tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the green chilies and jalapeños. Be careful whe …

Ingredients: 1 cup yellow cornmeal ½ cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder ½ cup green onion, finely chopped ½ cup corn niblets, well-drained 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 large eggs ½ cup buttermilk Directions: 1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cayenne pepper, and garli …

Ingredients: ½ cup sea salt 1 tablespoon LEM liquid smoke (hickory flavor) Directions: 1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 200°F (93°C). 2. Mix the Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the sea salt and liquid smoke. Stir until the mixture reaches the consistency of moist brown sugar. If needed, adjust by adding more salt or liquid smoke. 3. Spread & Bake: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Evenly spread the salt mixture over the sheet. Bake for 30 minu …

Ingredients: 4 dried chipotle chiles 2 hatch chiles 2 ancho chiles 4 garlic cloves (unpeeled) 1 1/2 cups water 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 6 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more, to taste) 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Directions: 1. Roast the Chiles & Garlic: Preheat the oven to 250°F. Slit open all the dried chiles to release steam wh …

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 yellow onion, chopped 3 cups tomato sauce (or canned whole tomatoes with their juices) 1 cup distilled white vinegar 1/2 cup honey or brown sugar 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of ground cloves Salt, to taste 2 celery stalks (with leaves), cut into 8 pieces 3-4 tablespoons chipotle hot sauce Directions: 1. Sauté the Onion: Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and li …

Ingredients: 1 egg white, lightly beaten 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1/4 cup finely snipped dried apple (or 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh apple) 1/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon ground sage 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Dash of cayenne pepper 1/2 lb ground turkey breast Directions: 1. Prepare the Sausage Mixture: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the egg white, onion, apples, breadcrumbs, pa …

Ingredients: Backwoods Sweet Italian Sausage Seasoning (follow package instructions) Natural hog casings (soaked and rinsed) Red and yellow bell peppers (sliced) Onions (sliced) Directions: 1. Prepare the Sausage Mixture: Mix ground pork or a venison-pork blend with Backwoods Sweet Italian Sausage Seasoning according to package instructions. Knead thoroughly until the mixture becomes tacky for even seasoning distribution. 2. Prepare the Casings: Rinse natural hog casings under cold water, t …

Ingredients: 8 lbs venison trimmings (remove all deer fat for the best flavor) 2 lbs pork fat (for moisture and texture) 1 sausage seasoning packet (for 10 lbs of meat) Cold water (optional, for easier mixing) Directions: 1. Prepare the Meat: Trim all deer fat and sinew from the venison to avoid any gamey taste. Cut venison and pork fat into small chunks for easier grinding. 2. First Grind: Using a 3/8" grinder plate, grind the venison and pork fat together. If you prefer a finer sausage, y …

Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs venison (cut into thin strips) ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper ¼ cup minced onion 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 3-5 tbsp butter 2 tbsp flour 2 cups beef broth 3-4 tbsp sherry wine 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp dry mustard ⅔ cup sour cream Cooked noodles, rice, or potatoes (for serving) Directions: 1. Prep the Venison: Season venison strips with salt and black pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to develop. 2. Saut&eacu …