Venison and Wild Mushroom Stew

A hearty, earthy stew featuring ground venison and a medley of mushrooms, simmered with aromatic herbs for a deeply satisfying meal.

Cuisine: American

Category: Soups

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 40 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground venison
• 2 cups, sliced cremini mushrooms
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup red wine

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 lb ground venison and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for 5 minutes until browned.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add 3 cups beef broth, 2 cups sliced cremini mushrooms, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes until flavors meld.
6. Step 6: Stir in 1/2 cup red wine and simmer for 10 more minutes until the stew is rich and thickened.