Venison Sausage (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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1 lb ground venison.
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1/2 lb ground pork fat (or substitute with pork shoulder).
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
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1/4 cup diced pickled jalapeños.
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2 tablespoons curing salt.
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1 tablespoon garlic powder.
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1 tablespoon cracked black pepper.
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1 teaspoon liquid smoke.
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1 teaspoon mustard seeds.
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1/2 teaspoon paprika.
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Natural hog casings, soaked in water.
Instructions:
01 -
In a large bowl, combine ground venison, ground pork fat, cheddar cheese, pickled jalapeños, curing salt, garlic powder, black pepper, liquid smoke, mustard seeds, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
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Prepare natural hog casings by rinsing them thoroughly under cold water and soaking them in warm water for at least 30 minutes.
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Stuff the meat mixture into the casings using a sausage stuffer, tying off the ends to form sausages of desired length.
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Prick any air pockets with a sterile pin and twist the sausages into links.
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Hang the sausages in a cool, dry place or refrigerate uncovered overnight to allow them to dry and develop a pellicle.
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Preheat your smoker or oven to 180°F (82°C). Smoke or bake the sausages until the internal temperature reaches 155°F (68°C), about 4-6 hours.
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Remove from heat and let cool completely. Store in the refrigerator or vacuum-seal and freeze for later enjoyment.