Complimentary Recipe – Elk or Venison Chili 800-310-2360..........venisonamerica.com..........Email: venisonamerica@sbcglobal.net

Chili is one of the world’s most popular dishes with virtually thousands upon thousands of recipes available. It is a real heart warming dish and is a signature item for many successful restaurants throughout the world. This recipe is simple and delicious. We have had it with a variety of meats but like it best with elk. Ground Elk or Venison: Custom ground elk or venison from Venison America is perfect for this dish. This meat is made from only 98% lean meat and is ground to our exacting specifications to ensure the best flavor.  Recipe below will produce 5 nice size servings. Ingredients: 1 pound Custom ground Elk or Venison 4 tablespoons Olive oil 1 medium white onion, chopped 1 medium red bell pepper, diced to about 1/4 inch 1 medium green bell pepper, diced to about 1/4 inch 1 small dried red chili, crushed 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper 1 (28-32 oz.) can whole tomatoes, chopped, including juice Preparation: Heat oil in large heavy pan over medium-high heat until hot. Place chopped onion in pan and sauté until slightly golden, about 8 minutes. Add bell peppers and sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Add chili powder, cocoa, salt, pepper and cinnamon. Cook about 2 minutes stirring constantly. Add ground Elk cooking until no longer pink. (about 8 minutes) Add tomatoes with juice, brown sugar and red chili. Simmer, uncovered, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook for another hour.

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