Deer Day and a Recipe

Since 1965 the deer has been celebrated with a parade and even a deer king here in Southern Illinois The true celebration is to draw attention to the awesome deer hunting opportunities here in the beautiful area sorrounding the Shawnee National Forest. If you are a deer hunter and looking for some awesome way to cook up the meat that you gain from your hunting experience then check out this recipe for a delicious meal in the crockpot

3 stalks celery, diced

1/2 cup chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

 2 pounds venison stew meat

salt and pepper to taste

dried oregano to taste

dried basil to taste

1 cup tomato sauce

1/2 cup dry red wine

1/2 cup water 

 Place the celery, onion, garlic, and parsley in the bottom of a slow cooker. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Brown the venison well in two batches, and add to the slow cooker. Season to taste with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Pour in the tomato sauce, red wine, and water. Cook on Low for 7 to 10 hours.              

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