Alright, let’s talk about cookin’ up some elk in that there crock pot. You know, that slow cooker thing? Yeah, that’s the one. My old man, he used to hunt elk, big ol’ things they were. And we always had plenty of meat, so I learned a thing or two about cookin’ it.
First off, you gotta get yourself some elk meat. Now, I ain’t fancy, so I just use whatever cut I got. Sometimes it’s a roast, sometimes it’s steaks. Don’t matter much, just cut it up into chunks, you know, bite-sized pieces. Like, about this big… gestures with hands. Yeah, that’s about right.
Then, you gotta decide what kinda flavor you want. Me? I like it simple. A little bit of this, a little bit of that. You know, like some onions, carrots, potatoes. Chop ’em up, not too small, not too big. Just right. And don’t forget the garlic! Lots of garlic. Keeps the vampires away, they say. Ha! Don’t know if that’s true, but it sure tastes good.
Now, for the liquid. You can use water, but I like to use somethin’ with a bit more flavor. Beef broth is good, or you can use some tomato juice, or even beer! Yeah, beer! Don’t use too much, though, just enough to cover the meat and veggies.
- Here’s a simple elk stew recipe for ya:
- Take two pounds of that elk meat, cut it up like I said.
- Throw in some chopped onions, carrots, and taters.
- Add a whole bunch of garlic, don’t be shy.
- Pour in enough beef broth or whatever you’re usin’ to cover everything up.
Then, you gotta season it up. Salt, pepper, of course. But don’t be afraid to try other stuff too. I like to use some paprika, some thyme, maybe a little bit of rosemary. Just whatever you got on hand, really. Ain’t no rules, just make it taste good.
Now, the important part: the cookin’. Put the lid on that crock pot, turn it on low, and let it cook. All day, if you can. The longer it cooks, the better it tastes. That meat gets all tender and juicy, and the veggies get all soft and flavorful. Mmm, just thinking about it makes my mouth water.
You gotta remember, elk ain’t like beef. It cooks faster, see, ‘cause it don’t have all that fat. So, if you like your meat well-done, don’t overcook it. Medium is good, trust me on that. I’ve cooked more elk than you’ve had hot dinners, I reckon.
And that’s about it. Just let it cook until it’s done. You’ll know when it’s ready, the meat will be fall-apart tender and the veggies will be soft. Serve it up with some bread, or some biscuits, or whatever you like. It’s a hearty meal, that’s for sure. Fills you right up.
Now, there are other ways to cook elk in a crock pot, of course. You can make elk chili, elk roast, elk tacos… the possibilities are endless. But this here stew, that’s my favorite. It’s simple, it’s easy, and it’s always delicious. And it’ll feed a whole bunch of folks, too, which is good if you got a big family like I do.
So, there you have it. My simple, no-fuss recipe for crock pot elk. Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed. And if you don’t like it… well, more for me!
And remember, don’t be afraid to experiment. Cooking ain’t rocket science, it’s about having fun and making something tasty. So go ahead, get in that kitchen and start cookin’! You might surprise yourself with what you can come up with. And that’s all there is to it. Now get outta here and let me get back to my cookin’!
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