Kitchen Memoirs: Dad

Kitchen Memoirs are a collection of stories about the people and dishes who have inspired me most in the kitchen. Each month I will share a new story about one of these people accompanied by one or more recipes. This month’s story is about my Dad, Tom Dear Dad So often I’m asked, “How did you come to love cooking so much?” These Kitchen Memoirs wereRead more ->

Dad’s Venison Burgundy

My Dad's Venison Burgundy showcases tender venison cooked in a rich red wine sauce. Served over wild rice, mashed potatoes, or rice.

My Dad’s Venison Burgundy showcases tender venison cooked in a rich red wine sauce. Perfect served over wild rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes: this is comfort at its finest. Dad’s Venison Burgundy is featured in his Kitchen Memoir. Tried this recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social media so I can see your creations! Let’s be friends! FindRead more ->

Garlicky Venison Roast

Venison roast served over pureed sweet potatoes

Lean venison gets an incredibly liberal dose of garlic in this slow cooked Garlicky Venison Roast. Root vegetables are roasted along side the roast, pureed to perfection, serving as a glorious base to the venison which is cooked so perfectly – it literally melts in your mouth! Winter Comfort What says “winter” like a good, slow cooked, tender Garlicky Roast? You know what I’m talkingRead more ->