Hunters' Hash (Venison Meat Stuffing)

A robust hash for deer hunters, this venison and potato casserole with ample sage and garlic could also serve as a meaty stuffing for game.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 2 hr
• Total Time: 2 hr 20 mins
• Calories: 357 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 8 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 pounds ground venison
• ½ pound venison liver, finely ground (Optional)
• ½ pound venison heart (Optional)
• ¼ cup ground dried sage

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).

Step 2

Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain.

Step 3

Stir together venison, pork, liver, heart, onions, garlic, and sage in a large bowl. Stir in potatoes; season with salt and pepper. Place mixture into a large oven-proof Dutch oven with a lid.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until meat is fully cooked and flavors have blended, about 2 hours. Mix thoroughly with a fork, replace lid, and allow to rest for 15 minutes before serving.