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Venison Roast with Savory Mushroom Ragout

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Venison is a very lean cut of meat, so it benefits from the addition of fat. In this recipe, pork fat combines with a delicious combination of rich, meaty mushrooms and fresh herbs to make a ragout that, when rolled in the roast, imparts amazing flavor to the venison meat. The bacon acts as a baster to add further flavor and moistness to the roast. Roll up your sleeves and take your time with this one; it is well worth the effort!

Roasted Asian Ginger Chicken

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Fresh ginger, garlic, honey and soy sauce combine to create a delicious marinade and cooking sauce. Not all soy sauces are created equal! The combination of light and dark soy sauces give the sauce a wide range of flavors. Enjoy this with rice and steamed broccoli for a quick and simple meal.

Balsamic Roasted Chicken with Tarragon

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Balsamic vinegar tenderizes and imparts a rich, slightly sweet flavor to the chicken and helps the skin brown to crisp, delicate goodness. Tarragon and garlic combine deliciously with the vinegar and pepper to season this moist, juicy chicken. Roast this bird butterflied to maximize the surface area for browning and to help ensure even cooking throughout.

Chicken Vesuvio

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Chicken braised with white wine, oregano, thyme and garlic is given a hearty twist by browning small red-skinned potatoes in the chicken drippings. Butter finishes off the rich and tasty sauce. Serve with your favorite pinot grigio and crusty bread for a delicious meal!

Pork and Edamame Stir Fry

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Small, tender, green soybeans, better known as edamame, are full of flavor, rich in protein, and low in fat. Delicious as a snack on their own, they are a natural addition to main dishes. This stir fry combines tender pork with the hearty beans in a flavorful sauce, peppered with garlic, ginger and onion. A quick and easy dish, too!