venison stew

Serves: 4–6

This venison stew is warm, tasty, and easy to make. It’s full of lean meat, veggies, and broth for a healthy, filling meal. Cook it on the stove or in a slow cooker.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground venison
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 potatoes, cubed
• 2 cups broth (beef or vegetable)
  
  • If you're following a low-sodium plan for hypertension (high blood pressure), look for "Low-sodium" or "salt-free" version
• 1 tbsp oil
• Salt, pepper, and any herbs you like (e.g., thyme or rosemary)

Stovetop Instructions:

1. Cook the meat: Brown ground venison in oil in a large pot.
2. Add veggies: Stir in onion, carrots, and potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes.
3. Add broth & season: Pour in broth, add salt, pepper, and herbs.
4. Simmer: Cover and simmer for 30–40 minutes until veggies are soft.

Slow cooker Instructions:

1. Brown the venison: In a skillet, heat oil and cook ground venison until browned. (This step adds flavor but can be skipped if you're short on time.)
2. Add to slow cooker: Transfer venison to the slow cooker. Add onion, carrots, potatoes, broth, and seasonings.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
4. Taste and serve: Adjust seasoning if needed and serve warm.

Nutrition Tips:

• This high protein, moderate-carb meal is great for a balanced diet!
• Add seasonal root vegetables (turnip, parsnip, or winter squash) for more variety.