How to Make Deer Summer Sausage
Summer sausage is a delicious and versatile treat that can be made with various meats, including deer. Making deer summer sausage at home allows you to control the ingredients and customize the flavors to your liking. Follow these steps to create your own flavorful deer summer sausage.
Ingredients:
- 4 pounds of ground deer meat
- 1 pound of pork fat
- 2 tablespoons of kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon of mustard seeds
- 1 tablespoon of ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of Prague Powder #1 (optional for curing)
Instructions:
- Combine the ground deer meat and pork fat in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the salt, sugar, garlic powder, mustard seeds, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, and Prague Powder #1.
- Add the spice mixture to the meat and fat, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl and let the mixture marinate in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours.
- After marinating, remove the mixture from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 170°F (76°C) or the lowest setting available.
- Shape the meat mixture into logs or stuff it into sausage casings.
- Place the sausages on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Once cooked, let the sausages cool completely before slicing and enjoying.
Storage:
Store your deer summer sausage in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or freeze for longer shelf life.
Experiment with Flavors:
Feel free to experiment with additional seasonings and spices to customize the flavor of your deer summer sausage. Add herbs, peppers, or even cheese to create your unique blend.
Enjoy Your Homemade Deer Summer Sausage!
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