You've had a successful turkey hunt and it's time to move onto the most rewarding part: preparing and eating the meat! One of the easiest ways to cook wild turkey breast is to simply season it and throw it on the grill. Wild turkey meat has a delicious flavor already, so there's really no need to "doctor it up" too much. Just add a bit of seasonings that complement the flavor of the turkey and cook it however you choose. (Click blog title to view complete blog post.)
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Elk meat has always been a favorite of mine, and after my last hunt, I still have some in the freezer ready to go. I love trying out new recipes, and this is one I keep coming back to. It’s especially great to eat in a bread bowl with all the toppings added. Make a large pot for the whole week or the whole family!
It’s hard to beat fried wild turkey, so I wasn’t going to steer away from that, but I was looking for a slightly different way to serve it this year compared to how I have in the past. Adding some fresh greens and vegetables to the fried turkey and morels, along with my favorite salad dressing, was the way to go! The Lemon Pepper seasoning in the turkey breading and the salty/crunchiness of the fried morels complimented each other perfectly in the salad.
Here's a recipe for making duck poppers in the oven, an alternative to making them on the grill! I chose to make them in the oven so I didn't have to worry about turning them on the grill while I was preparing other food. They were delicious and cooked evenly without having to take the time to turn them over, plus there was absolutely NO gamey taste whatsoever. Below I share what I did from field-to-table to make these delicious poppers.
If you're looking for a different (but still delicious) way to prepare your venison, then this recipe from Pro-Staffer Andrea Crider is perfect for you! Made in the crockpot with just a few simple ingredients, it's extremely easy to make and sure to be a hit with your family.
There are a few things that I love about this recipe: It's quick & easy to make, it's delicious, and there are several different options on how to serve these. I added these meatballs to some pasta with our favorite sauce and served with spaghetti and salad to make a meal!
