Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Venison backstraps sliced open to show a perfect exterior sear and a rare center. (Alice Jones Webb) I ate a lot of venison when I ...

As much as we love the look of a shoulder mount or deer skull on the wall—the real trophy of a successful deer hunt is the wild game we bring home. And if you were to poll 1,000 whitetail deer hunters ...

If you like this recipe, try my Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Venison Backstraps with Fresh Basil Chimichurri Sauce. This seared backstrap is tender and juicy, and this cooking method brings out its amazing ...

Of course, the risk of overcooking your venison will depend on how you're preparing it. Braising or stewing is a little more forgiving, but if you're pan-searing some prized cuts like tenderloin or ...

At 1-year old, the vacuum-packed venison backstrap on the left is beginning to leak some air — that can affect flavor, but vacuum-packing is considered the best option to maintain fresh meat quality ...