Wild Game Stroganoff (2 recipes ... also see Russian Stroganoff)

When dealing with stroganoff, one has several versions to choose from so I’m offering one easy recipe (Hamburger Stroganoff) and another slightly more involved (Russian Stroganoff). Try one or both, you won’t be disappointed.

Lots of big game hunters struggle with creative ways to prepare their wild game hamburger after the craving for venison burgers begins to wear thin. This quick and easy method rivals Hamburger Helper for simplicity but tastes like you trained for years.

- Larry Copenhaver

INGREDIENTS

• 1 ½ lb. venison hamburger (deer, elk, or antelope)
• ½ c. chopped onions
• 1 c. sliced mushrooms
• 1 TBS butter or 1 TBS vegetable oil
• 1 can Cream of Mushroom soup
• 1 Tsp. thyme
• ¼ c. tomato juice
• 2 TBS sour cream
• ¼ c. water

PREPARATIONS

• Brown hamburger with onions and mushrooms in melted butter or oil on medium high heat.
• Add thyme leaves and cook for two minutes.
• Add Cream of Mushroom soup and water, turn heat down to a low-medium, cover.
• Cook for 5 minutes, stir occasionally and add tomato juice and sour cream.
• Cover again; simmer for 5 minutes more, meal is done.
• Serve over cooked egg noodles.

Enjoy!!!