Sausage is a form of expression. Much like other cooking techniques, charcuterie is meant for experimentation. This sausage came to me as we were planning the Brazilian steakhouse night that we had at the university where I work. Through the use of select herbs and spices I turned a simple sausage ratio into a fun play on a traditional Portuguese… Read more →
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2 Great Spent Grain Sourdough Bread Recipes
Working in a local brewery has given me access to spent grain as far as the eye can see. I must say that this sustainable option not only offers variety but amazing flavor as well. For home brewers, brewery workers, and homesteaders spent grain is an option that, although oftentimes overlooked, should be given a second glance. Spent Grain Herb… Read more →
Quick, Easy, and Delicious Smoked Fish and Sun Dried Tomato Spread
If you’re anything like me, you love smoked fish. Here is a quick and easy way to use up the tail ends, the odds and ends, or just enjoy smoked fish. Ingredients 1/4# butter 1 Shallot Minced 3 Cloves Garlic Minced 1 T Dill 1 1/4 # Smoked Fish (use any smoked fish you have available) 2# Cream Cheese 3/4… Read more →
Corned Venison, Because You Can
For as long as I can remember, hunting has been a big part of my family. The holidays meant venison stew and summer sausage. The problem is, that is usually the extent of things. Sure we took advantage of the choice cuts, but that is usually the extent of it. My family took their deer to the butcher where they… Read more →
Lemon Balm and Horseradish Sauerkraut
Finally I have a good use for the ocean of lemon balm that is overtaking my backyard. Seriously, this plant is ridiculous. It is pretty to look at, but I needed a way to get rid of it. “You can’t stop it, you can only hope to contain it!” Fine, I get it I am fighting a losing battle. Or… Read more →
Summer Citrus-Session Ale Smoked Pork Sausage
Ok, I have made a lot of sausage. I mean a lot of sausage. This is one that I became truly excited about from the second I put the ideas together. I think this is certainly one of the more unique sausages that I have made even though it is really just a riff on some classic techniques. Ingredients… Read more →