These venison and mushroom meatballs are deeply savory and rich with earthy, umami flavor. They’re tender, aromatic, and so flavorful that even my one-year-old devours them. (He’s a serious little meat eater—if it tastes meaty, he’s all in.) What I love most is how versatile they are: serve them over creamy polenta, toss them with…
For many of us, chicken-fried steak is imbued with nostalgia. This iconic Texas dish satisfies a rumbling stomach, and it hits the spot when you crave something comforting. It was designed to transform tough, cheap cuts of meat into something delicious. Its humble roots epitomize scratch cooking and harkens back to a time when people…
Easter is just around the corner, and when I think of Easter in Texas, I think of three things that I hold dear: Jesus, wildflowers, and barbecue. After church, we get together with family to enjoy smoked brisket, chicken, ribs, or beef tenderloin. It’s been an unspoken tradition for many years, and I love the…
For an easy weeknight meal the whole family will love, try this spicy pasta dish with hot Italian venison sausage and vodka sauce. It’s a recipe I keep on repeat and even make in bulk to freeze for those busy nights when I don’t have time to cook. You can make it with loose pork…
I didn’t think steak au poivre could get any better than it already is until I added mustard! Steak au Poivre is French for peppercorn steak. The meat is dredged in coarsely ground peppercorns and cooked in a hot skillet to create a delicious golden crust. I’ve taken it a step further by adding mustard…