Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – ONION-MARINATED TRI-TIP STEAK

May 8, 2024 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is an ONION-MARINATED TRI-TIP STEAK. Made using the always Delicious and Tender Wild Idea Buffalo Whole Tri-Tip Steak also included is a recipe for a flavorful Marinade that will also tenderize. You can find this recipe and purchase any of the Wild Idea Buffalo Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2024! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

ONION-MARINATED TRI-TIP STEAK
Because the Tri-Tip cut is a bit milder in flavor and medium-tender to tender in texture, it’s a great choice to use with a flavorful marinade that will also tenderize. I served the grilled steak with a room temperature Bulgur Wheat Salad. The citrus notes complimented the savory, slightly sweet bison meat nicely, and worked out beautifully for a dinner party! (Makes 4 servings)

Ingredients:

1 16 oz. Whole Tri-Tip
½ onion, coarsely chopped
¼ cup hot water
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons cane sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon fish sauce
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt & pepper

Preparation:

1 – Rinse buffalo Tri-Tip, and pat dry with paper towels and place on a cutting board.
2 – Using a fine-tined fork held at an angle, pierce the steak several times on both sides.
3 – Place the steak in a gallon-sized plastic zip-lock bag or glass dish.
4 – In a food processor or blender, add the onion, water, garlic, salt, pepper, sugar, vinegar and fish sauce, and puree until smooth.
5 – Pour the onion marinade into the bag or dish and rub into the meat. Seal or cover and allow to rest at room temperature for two hours.
6 – Refrigerate and marinate for 24 hours.
7 – Remove from refrigerator and allow the steak in the marinade to come to room temperature, about two hours.
8 – Shake off marinade and wipe with a damp paper towel, removing any onion pieces.
9 – Preheat grill to 500°.
10 – Rub the steak with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
11 – Place the steak over the hottest part of grill, close the grill lid and grill for 2 minutes. Rotate the steak on the same side and grill for an additional minute, closing the grill lid during cooking. Turn the steak over and grill for one more minute.
12 – Remove the steak from the grill and place on a cutting board and cover. Allow the steak to rest for 3 minutes before slicing.
13 – Slice the steak on the bias and divide slices onto 4 plates. Sprinkle with a little finishing salt before serving. Enjoy!
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/77648129-onion-marinated-tri-tip-steak

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – BUFFALO and EGGPLANT PARMESAN CASSEROLE

March 27, 2024 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is BUFFALO & EGGPLANT PARMESAN CASSEROLE. You can use Wild Idea Premium Ground Buffalo or Wild Idea Italian Buffalo Sausage to make this dish. You can find this recipe and purchase any of the Wild Idea Buffalo Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2024! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

BUFFALO and EGGPLANT PARMESAN CASSEROLE
Author:
Jill O’Brien

I have a new respect for eggplant… all it needed was a little boost of bison. This recipe gives you all the Eggplant Parmesan flavors you love, without all the steps. A new favorite for your recipe box!

Ingredients:

3 – eggplants, sliced

2 – tablespoons olive oil

1 – pound Wild Idea Premium Ground Buffalo, or Wild Idea Italian Buffalo Sausage

3 – tablespoons garlic, chopped

1 – onion, chopped

2 – teaspoon salt

1 – tablespoon black pepper

1 – tablespoon oregano

28 – ounces Italian style stewed tomatoes, chopped

8 – ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced

1 – cup fresh basil, julienned

4 – ounces freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 – cup panko style bread crumbs *optional

Preparation:

1 – Pre-heat oven to broil, with top rack on second shelf.
2 – Arrange eggplants on a baking sheet and brush both sides with 1-tablespoon oil.
3 – Broil eggplant until lightly browned, about 4 minutes each side.
4 – Remove the roasted eggplant from oven and set aside. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°.
5 – In a sauté pan over medium high heat, heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil and crumble ground bison into pan.
6 -Brown the meat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, breaking larger pieces up.
7 – Add garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and oregano and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.
8 – Add stewed tomatoes, mix together and bring to full heat.
9 – Reduce heat to simmer and allow sauce to reduce for 15 minutes.
10 – In a 9×13 pan place half of the eggplant on the bottom overlapping slightly. Layer with the bison tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, and remaining eggplant.
11 – Bake at 375° for 30 minutes.
12 – Mix the Parmesan cheese with the breadcrumbs and sprinkle over the top of the casserole. Continue baking for 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
13 – Serve with a tossed green salad for a complete, deliciously easy meal.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/54134529-buffalo-eggplant-parmesan-casserole

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipes of the Week – Stick It, Stuff It or Wing It!

February 14, 2024 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is Stick It, Stuff It or Wing It! There’s a lot to this recipes but well worth it! So to make this week’s recipe some of the ingredients you’ll be needing are Wild Idea Buffalo Regular Stir Fry Strips, Soy Sauce, Fish Sauce, Maple Syrup, Honey, Spices, Cauliflower Rice, Bell Peppers, Mexican Cheese, and more! You can find this recipe and purchase any of the Wild Idea Buffalo Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2024! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

Stick It, Stuff It or Wing It!
Author: Jill O’Brien
I love products that are partially prepped, as it makes for less time in the kitchen. In the featured recipes below, I used our pre-seasoned Stir Fry Strips, which cook up in a jiffy for healthy, delicious meals. I had a little fun with them and I hope you do too!

Buffalo Satay
So much flavor on a stick. Great for meals or party hors d’oeuvres.

Ingredients
Ingredients: (Makes 8, 4” skewers)
1 – 8 ounce package Wild Idea Buffalo Regular Stir Fry Strips
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1 – teaspoon tamari soy sauce
2 – teaspoons fish sauce
2 – teaspoons lime juice
1 – tablespoon red curry paste
2 – teaspoons maple syrup
1 – tablespoon honey
1 – tablespoon olive oil
1 – teaspoon coriander
1 – teaspoon ginger
Peanut Sauce
½ – cup creamy peanut butter
¼ – cup yogurt
¼ – cup boiling water
1 – tablespoon rice vinegar, heated with water
1 – tablespoon lime-juice, heated with water
2 – teaspoons brown sugar
1 – tablespoon red curry paste
½ – tablespoon tamari soy sauce
1 – tablespoon Asian fish sauce
¼ – teaspoon red pepper flakes

My rendition of this oh-so-yummy dipping sauce and dressing.
Stuffed Burrito Ingredients: (Serves 2 to 4)
1 – 8 ounce package Wild Idea Buffalo Spicy Stir Fry Strips
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1 – cup cauliflower rice
1 – tablespoon butter +
¼ – cup olive oil
½ – onion, sliced
½ – red & green bell pepper, sliced
Jill’s Mexican Seasoning or other Mexican seasonings
Salt
2 – burrito sized tortillas
6 – ounces shredded Mexican cheese
Buffalo Wings Ingredients:
2 – 8 ounce packages Wild Idea Buffalo Stir Fry Strips (Note: I used one regular and one spicy.)
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8 – ounces Franks Hot Sauce
¼ – cup corn starch
¼ cup olive oil
Blue Cheese Dressing Ingredients:
½ – cup sour cream
½ – cup mayonnaise
2 – teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 – teaspoon lemon juice
2 – teaspoons cider or white vinegar
4 – ounces crumbled blue cheese
onion & garlic powder, to taste
salt & pepper, to taste

Directions
1 – Buffalo Satay Preparation:
2 – Soak bamboo skewers in water.
3 – Mix the soy, fish sauce and lime juice in a bowl and microwave until warm/hot.
4 – Add the remaining ingredients in order, stirring as you add to incorporate.
5 – Add the Buffalo Stir Fry Strips and mix in until coated. Marinate for 1 hour.
6 – Weave the meat on the skewers.
* On an oil rubbed griddle, over medium high heat, place the skewers on the griddle and sear for a minute on each side.
7 – Remove from heat and serve on cabbage salad or rice and drizzle with Peanut Sauce.
Short Cut: Jump right to step 5 and drizzle with store bought Peanut Sauce.
So much flavor on a stick. Great for meals or party hors d’oeuvres.

Peanut Sauce Preparation:
1 – Place peanut butter and yogurt in a blender.
2 – In a separate bowl, add the hot seasoned water, brown sugar and curry paste and stir to dissolve. Stir in the tamari and the fish sauce.
3 – Add the seasoned water to the blender and mix to incorporate.
4 – Taste and adjust ingredients to your liking.
5 – Pour sauce in a container and cover. Refrigerate until needed. Remove form refrigerator an hour or so before using.

Stuffed Burrito Preparation: (You will need a large skillet and a griddle.)
1 – A whole meal wrapped up in a tortilla. If you’re looking for a keto burrito, use iceberg lettuce leaves and voilà! Or, toss it together in a bowl! Whichever way – it’s el-yummo!
2 – In a large heavy skillet, over medium high heat, add the butter and the cauliflower rice. Sprinkle with Mexican seasonings and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally, until al dente, then add ¼ cup water and cover to steam until tender. Transfer to a bowl.
3 – In the same skillet add a tablespoon of olive oil and the onions. Add a sprinkle of Mexican seasonings and a pinch of salt. Sauté until tender, then push to one edge of the pan and slide that portion of the pan off the heat.
4 – Add a little more olive oil and the peppers. Again, add a sprinkle of Mexican seasonings and a pinch of salt. Sauté until tender, then push to the edge of the pan, under the onions.
5 – Add about a tablespoon more of olive oil and toss in the Stir Fry Strips. Add a sprinkle of Mexican seasonings and push around for a quick sauté, about 4 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
6 – Lightly warm the tortillas in the microwave and butter one side. Place the buttered side on a medium high griddle. Top each with 3 ounces of shredded cheese, ensuring you get the edges (it’s the glue). When lightly toasted, remove from the griddle and pile the prepared ingredients mostly in the middle. Tuck the ends in and roll it up, squeezing a bit at the end to seal.
7 – Serve with your favorite condiments or add them before you roll it up!
Note: Once you start eating it, it’s a bit of a commitment… but one you won’t mind! ; )

Buffalo Wings Preparation:
1 – Buffalo Wings that taste like buffalo with a whole lot of heat! But, it’s nothing that veggies with homemade blue cheese dressing and a cold beer can’t balance. I had to do it!
2 – Mix the stir Stir Fry Strips and 6 ounces of the hot sauce in a bowl. Marinate for 1 hour or longer if you want hotter results.
3 – Using your hands, take wing sized portions and form into an oval/wing type shape and place on a saran covered baking sheet. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes or until firm, but not frozen.
4 – Pre-heat the oven to 500° with rack in the middle of the oven.
5 – Sprinkle the corn starch on a plate and place the remaining hot sauce in a smallish bowl. Remove the buffalo wings from the freezer and give them a roll in the corn starch. After all is completed, dip them into the hot sauce.
6 – Place baking sheet in the oven to heat and heat the oil until hot in the microwave. Remove sheet pan from oven and put the hot oil on the pan. Place the dipped wings on the hot oiled baking sheet and place in the oven. (Note: You have to move quickly here, as keeping things hot is key in keeping wings together.) Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, open oven and carefully spoon some of the hot oil over the top of the wings. Bake for an addition 2 to 5 minutes (based on your oven and the heat that has escaped).
7 – Remove from the oven and allow them to rest for a few minutes. Using a spatula transfer them to a serving tray.
Accompany with carrots & celery and blue cheese dressing. For a meal, you may want to serve with some smashed new potatoes, dipped in hot sauce and oven roasted. So fun! So good!

Blue Cheese Dressing Preparation:
1 – Mix first 5 ingredients together, then crumble in the blue cheese. Season with remaining spices to taste.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/stick-it-stuff-it-or-wing-it?_pos=1&_sid=8509e6695&_ss=r

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – Wine Braised Buffalo Tongue

December 27, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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If you’re looking for a unique appetizer I’ve got one for you and it’s this week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – Wine Braised Buffalo Tongue. To make this recipe you’ll be needing Wild Idea Buffalo Tongue, Organic Butter, Onion, Garlic Clove, Salt, Black Pepper, White Wine, Crostini, and Horseradish Sauce. Let the Party begin! You can find this recipe and purchase any of the Wild Idea Buffalo Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

Wine Braised Buffalo Tongue
Author: Jill O’Brien
I promise – this delicious delicacy will be a big hit at your next dinner party.

Ingredients (Makes about 24 Appetizers or 4 Entrees):
1 – pound package Wild Idea Buffalo Tongue
1 – stick organic butter
1 – onion, diced
2 – cloves garlic, minced
1 – teaspoon salt
1 – tablespoon black pepper
5 – cups white wine
24 – crostini
chive cream cheese or horseradish sauce

Preparations:
1 – In a 4-quart pot over medium high heat, melt ½ stick of the butter.
2 – Add half of the onion, garlic and seasonings to the pan.
3 – Add 4 cups of white wine and bring to a full boil.
4 – Rinse tongue under cold water, add it to the pot and bring to a boil.
5 – Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot and simmer for about 2.5 hours, turning the tongue occasionally.
6 – Remove the tongue from the pot and place on a plate. Allow the tongue to cool until you can comfortably touch it with your hands.
7 – To peel the tongue, make a small slit between the skin and the meat of the tongue with a pairing knife, using your fingers to peel the skin away from the meat (if skin is resistant, return tongue to pot and continue to braise on low for another hour).
8 – In 3-inch deep sauté pan over medium high heat, add the other half stick of butter. Add the peeled tongue, and brown on all sides.
9 – Add the remaining half of the onion, garlic and seasonings and saute for a 5imnutes.
10 – Add the white wine and bring to a full boil, then reduce to simmer until most of the wine has been absorbed.
11 – Remove the tongue and transfer it to a cutting board. Cover the tongue with foil and allow it to rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Continue cooking of onions and mushrooms until the wine is completely absorbed.
12 – Slice the tongue thin and season to taste. Place sliced tongue on the crostini, top with the onions, and garnish with a dollop of chive cream cheese or horseradish cream.
Or, for an entrée, serve over mashed potatoes with the caramelized onions and horseradish cream. Delish!
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/wine-braised-buffalo-tongue

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – Buffalo Wellington Stew

November 8, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is Buffalo Wellington Stew. To make this recipe some of the ingredients you’ll be needing are Wild Idea Buffalo Stew Meat, Olive Oil, Spices, Garlic, Onion, Mushroom, Celery, Carrots, Sherry, Red Wine, Buffalo Stock, Corn Starch, Puff Pastry and more! You can find this recipe and purchase any of the Wild Idea Buffalo Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

Buffalo Wellington Stew
By: Jill O’Brien
Serves 8
A classic gourmet dish, in an easy-to-make stew. This is a great recipe for large dinner parties or family get-togethers.

Ingredients:

* 2 pounds Buffalo Stew Meat, rinsed and patted dry
* 2 tablespoons olive oil
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 tablespoon coarse black pepper
* 2 tablespoon dried thyme leaves
* 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely diced
* 2 tablespoons fresh garlic, diced
* 1 onion, diced
* 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
* 4 stalks celery, sliced
* 5 carrots, peeled, halved and sliced
* 1 cup dry sherry
* 3 cups red wine
* 1 quart buffalo stock or organic beef stock
* 5 potatoes, unpeeled, parboiled whole and cubed

* 2 to 3 tablespoons arrow root or corn starch
* ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
* Refrigerated puff pastry

Directions
1 – Heat the olive oil and butter in a heavy stockpot over medium high heat.
2 – Add the bison stew meat, dried and fresh herbs, and sauté until the bison meat is browned.
3 – Add the garlic and onion, stir to incorporate and sauté for five minutes.
4 – Add the celery and carrots, stir in to incorporate and bring to a boil.
5 – Add the mushrooms and stir to incorporate. Cook for 3 minutes.
6 – Add the stock, stirring to incorporate. Cover and bring to a boil.
7 – Pour in 3 cups of the red wine, and stir to incorporate.
8 – Add the potatoes and bring to a boil.
9 – Reduce the heat to low, cover and let simmer for 45 minutes to an 1 hour, or until stew meat is tender.
10 – Increase the heat to medium high and bring to a boil.
11 – Mix the thickening agent with the remaining 1cup wine, and whisk it into the stew, until desired consistency is met.
12 – Reduce the heat to low and add the sherry.
13 – -Finish with parsley and fresh herbs to brighten the stew, and season to taste.
14 – To serve, ladle the bison stew into serving bowl. Top with cooked puff pastry croutons, and pass with sour cream.
Recipe Note
This bison stew is a family favorite, especially when the weather turns chilly. A wonderful home-cooked meal, or fancy enough for your next dinner party. Wild Idea’s grass-fed/grass-finished bison meat makes any dish better! Delicious and nutrient dense, you will love the connivence of our ready to use stew meat!
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/buffalo-wellington-stew

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – Buffalo Italian Sausage and Mushroom Pizza

June 21, 2023 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is a Buffalo Italian Sausage and Mushroom Pizza. To make this week’s recipe some of the Ingredients you’ll be needing are Wild Idea Buffalo Italian Sausage, Basil Pesto, Pizza Sauce, Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, fresh Mozzarella, Flour, Cornmeal, and more! Also included are recipes for Pizza Dough, Basil Pesto, and the Caramelized Onions. Love these Pizza Nights! You can find this recipe and purchase the Wild Idea Buffalo Italian Sausage along with all the other Wild Idea Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2023! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

Italian Buffalo Sausage and Mushroom Pizza
Who doesn’t love pizza? And good pizza is well – irresistible. This will require a little bit of time, but all the steps are super easy. Although I attempted my own pizza sauce, it just was not as good (and I tried many) as my favorite purchased brand, Mezzetti, which has a deep richness that I could not duplicate. For best results apply your toppings evenly and not too heavily. Baking the pizza can be done in a variety of ovens and the timelines for those are noted at the end of the recipe. (Makes 3 medium or 6 small pizza)
Ingredients:

* 1 – 1 lb. Wild Idea Buffalo Italian Sausage
* 1 – recipe, pizza crust
* ½ – cup basil pesto
* 1 – cup pizza sauce *Mezzetti
* 1 ½ – cups mushrooms, sliced
* ¾ – cup caramelized onions
* 12 – ounces fresh mozzarella or substitute chevre with fennel pollen
* 9 – ounces parmesan, grated
* salt, pepper & chili flake to taste
* flour and cornmeal

Preparation:

1 -Prepare pizza dough per instructions below. Lightly flour work surface and your hands. Stretch and hold dough with one hand and form a fist with the other and place under the dough. Place on peel, baking sheet, or pizza stone that has been generously covered with flour or corn meal. Adjust shape with hands by stretching or scrunching dough into place.
2 – In a large saucepan over medium high heat, add the olive oil and crumble Buffalo Italian Sausage into pan. Lightly brown and stir occasionally breaking up sausage to desired pieces, about 4 minutes.
3 – Spread pizzas with basil pesto, followed by the pizza sauce.
4 – Top each pizza with desired amount of sliced mushrooms, caramelized onions, Buffalo Italian Sausage, mozzarella or chèvre, and parmesan cheese.
5 – Baking:
Outdoor Brick Ovens: Have heat at about 700°. Slide pizza off peel and bake in oven for about 4 minutes, rotating once or twice while baking.
* Indoor convection ovens: Place oven rack to lower level and preheat oven to as high as heat will go, 500° to 550°. Bake on pizza stone or baking sheet for 8 to 12 minutes depending on your heat.
* Gas Grill: Line gas grill rack low to flames with bricks and place bricks on upper grill rack if you have one. Place pizza stone on top of bricks (good old fashioned red bricks work great). Turn all burners to high heat and allow the grill to get very hot, so bricks are heated through, about 30 minutes. The bricks will help in retaining the heat and offer a more even cooking distribution. Slide pizza off of peel onto pizza stone and close grill lid. Bake, turning once for about 6 minutes.
* Remove pizza from oven or grill and place on a cutting board. Allow the pizza to rest for a few minutes before cutting. Season with chili flake as desired.

Pizza Dough (makes 3 medium or 6 large crusts) *Credit to Peter Reinhart.
This is fabulous dough! If not used for pizza it makes a great flatbread, brushed with a little pesto prior to baking.

Ingredients:

* 4½ – cups high protein flour (I used half Kernza whole grain flour & half organic bread flour)
* 1¾ – teaspoon salt
* 1 – teaspoon quick yeast
* 2 – tablespoons olive oil
* 1¾ – cup water, very cold

Preparation: In mixing bowl using a dough hook, sift flour, salt and yeast together. Add olive oil and water, scraping down sides as needed. Continue to mix for 6 minutes, stopping every two minutes to remove dough from the hook. Dust hands with flour and remove dough from mixer and place on flour dusted work surface. Knead dough for 1 to 2 minutes. Dough should spring back from touch. Divide into desired sizes and form into balls. Brush dough lightly with oil, place on lightly oiled baking sheet and cover loosely with saran or a plastic bag. Refrigerate for 8 hours or up to 3 days. Remove from refrigeration and allow to rest at room temperature for 4 hours. Proceed to Pizza instructions. *Dough can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Basil Pesto
*I am not a ground pine nut fan, but if you are, add ¼ cup to ingredients.

Ingredients:

* 2 – cups fresh basil leaves, packed
* 2 – cups shredded parmesan cheese
* 3 – garlic cloves, chopped
* 1 – tsp. salt
* 1 – tsp. pepper (I like a little more)
* 2 – Tb. lemon juice
* 1 – cup olive oil

Preparation: Place all ingredients in blender and puree until smooth. Refrigerate.

Caramelized Onions

Ingredients:
* 1 – tablespoon butter
* 1 – tablespoon olive oil
* 2 – cups onions, diced
* 1 – tablespoons sugar+
* 1 – teaspoon balsamic vinegar
* season with salt and pepper

Preparation: Heat butter and oil in sauté pan over medium high heat. Add onions and sauté for 3 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and stir to incorporate. Reduce heat to low and stir occasionally. Cook for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/55992577-buffalo-italian-sausage-mushroom-pizza

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

December 21, 2022 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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Here’s some info on my favorite Meat, Wild Idea Buffalo (https://wildideabuffalo.com/) Check out their website to see just how much healthier Buffalo is over other Meats. Try it and you’ll never go back to Beef. Enjoy!

Mission
Wild Idea Buffalo Company’s Mission is to regenerate the prairie grasslands, while improving our home planet and our food supply, by bringing back the bison. Wild Idea Buffalo Company was founded to fulfill this mission and to offer an alternative to the industrialized food system. The idea was simple: offer a delicious, healthy, 100% grass-fed meat to consumers interested in supporting a healthier planet and a sustainable food supply……

REGENERATIVE RANCHING
Raising buffalo as nature intended is as regenerative as it gets. As Dan states, “We were practicing regenerative agriculture before it was cool”. Learn more about the symbiotic relationship between the buffalo and the land here…….

CLIMATE IMPACT
Carbon sequestration is key in environmental health. Wild Idea Buffalo Company and affiliated ranches positively impact over 300,000 acres of grasslands, which sequesters tons of carbon!…..

ABOUT US……
At Wild Idea Buffalo Company we have raised the “steaks” stakes in how animals are raised for food. In addition to our large landscape-grazing model, where our bison graze 365 days a year on the prairie, the other key components that set us apart from other meat production companies include:

100% Grass-Fed/Grass-Finished
100% Antibiotic & Hormone Free
100% Herbicide & Pesticide Free
100% GMO Free
100% Humanely Field Harvested

Although many companies will promote grass-fed and antibiotic and hormone free, most (90%) are finished in the cattle feedlot model, or on grains in smaller paddocks. We understand that it is difficult to wade through the misinformation that is fed to us. At Wild Idea Buffalo Company you can always be confident that our animals are 100% grass-fed/grass-finished and are never administered any antibiotics or hormones. And, because our animals eat only the grass beneath their feet, you can also count on no GMOs.
In addition to giving our bison the room to roam and the respect that they need and deserve to thrive as they did hundreds of years ago, we also believe in giving them dignity at harvest. That’s why we only humanely field harvest our bison on the open prairie where they graze. There is no stress in our field harvest process, eliminating the cortisol from entering the bloodstream, which greatly affects the quality of the meat. This process takes longer, requires more labor with our field harvest crew, but we believe it is the only way, and it also produces the best red meat on the planet and for the planet…….
https://wildideabuffalo.com/

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – SAUSAGE STUFFED RAVIOLI

November 2, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is SAUSAGE STUFFED RAVIOLI. Made using Wild Idea Buffalo Italian Sausage along with Cremini Mushrooms, Pecorino Romano or Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, Cream, and Green Onions. A Recipe sure to please all! You can find this recipe and purchase any of the Wild Idea Buffalo Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

SAUSAGE STUFFED RAVIOLI
A month ago I had the privilege of spending a couple of weeks in Italy. One of my favorite pasta dishes while I was there was a sausage and mushroom stuffed ravioli with sage butter. After about two weeks of being home I gave into my cravings and gave making homemade pasta another try. I won’t lie, it is a little tricky, but once you have the hang of it, it gets a little easier. The end result wasn’t as perfect as what I was served, but it was delicious and my family loved it. Note, I made a smaller batch, which made about 50 ravioli’s, but the recipe could easily be doubled. And, if made ahead it would be great for a crowd (but, I wouldn’t make it and have company on the same day).

Sausage Filling:
½ – pound Wild Idea Buffalo Italian Sausage
8 – ounces cremini mushrooms, stemmed and coarse chopped
1 – cup grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesano Reggiano cheese
2 – tablespoons cream
4 – green onions, coarse chopped
2 – teaspoons olive oil
2 – teaspoons butter
1 – teaspoon black pepper

Preparation:

1 – In a sauté pan over medium high heat, add olive oil and butter.
2 – Add mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes.
3 – Crumble the Buffalo Sausage into the pan and stir into the mushrooms. Sauté until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
4 – Remove the pan from heat and transfer the sausage to a food processor along with the cream. Pulse process until the mixture is incorporated.
5 – Add the cheese and pulse process again until incorporated.
6 – Scrape down the sides and along the bottom to incorporate any missed pieces and add the green onions. Flash process, leaving bits of green visible.
7 – Remove the blade and cover until you are ready to use. You can also make this ahead and refrigerate for a later use.
Pasta Dough:
1 – cup semolina flour *I blended this flour in my smoothie blender to make a little more fine.
1 – cup high protein flour or all-purpose flour +
1 – teaspoon salt
3 – eggs, beaten
1 – tablespoon olive oil +
1 – egg white, beaten

Salt for pasta water
Sage leaves and lemon wedges for garnish

Preparation:

1 – Place flour and salt in a mixing bowl and stir.
2 – Create an impression in the center of the flour and add the eggs and oil.
3 – Using a dough hook, mix the ingredients together. If too stiff, add a little cold water. Cover your mixer with a dishtowel to avoid flying dough.
4 – Scrape the dough off of the hook occasionally and continue to beat the dough for an additional 6 minutes on low to medium low speed.
5 – Remove the dough and place on a floured surface. Knead the dough a few times by hand and shape into a ball. Rub with a little oil and cover with plastic wrap and allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes.
6 – Cut your dough into manageable pieces. I cut mine into 8 pieces.
7 – Press each piece into a rectangular shape with your hand, before running it through a pasta machine or rolling it out by hand.
8 – Set your pasta machine to 2, so the dough will easily pass through, yet flatten out on the first time through. Reset the dial to 5 and send the flattened pieces through again, catching the sheets with your hand as it comes through the pasta machine and pulling it forward. The dough will be very fragile.
9 – Lay your pasta strips on a lightly floured surface.
Assembly Preparation:

* Starting half an inch form the end of a pasta strip place half a tablespoon of filling (or desired amount). Continue down the sheet every inch on half of the pasta sheets.
* Brush the egg whites between the sausage fillings.
* Place another sheet on top of the sausage-covered sheets and press down in between the fillings.
* Cut in between the fillings with a knife and seal the edges together with a fork. *At this point you can cover the ravioli’s, refrigerate and cook at a later time.
* Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil and add 2 tablespoons of salt as the water starts to bubble (it’s an Italian thing).
* Drop Ravioli’s into the pot, adding only as many as the pot will hold without crowding them. I did about 10 at a time. Boil for two minutes and remove with slotted spoon and place on a platter. Repeat until finished.
* To Serve: Place 4 to 5 Ravioli’s on each plate, and drizzle with Sage Butter. Garnish with fried sage leaves, slivers of cheese, and lemon.

* Sage Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, add 1 – stick salted butter and 2 small bundles of fresh sage leaves or about 1/3 cup fresh sage leaves. Allow butter and leaves to simmer, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes. Reduce heat if needed. Remove butter from heat until needed. Remove leaves and drizzle over the pasta.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/sausage-stuffed-ravioli

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – BUFFALO and EGGPLANT PARMESAN CASSEROLE

October 19, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is BUFFALO and EGGPLANT PARMESAN CASSEROLE. To make this week’s recipe you’ll be needing Eggplants, Olive Oil, Wild Idea Premium Ground Buffalo or Wild Idea Italian Buffalo Sausage, Garlic, Onion, Salt, Pepper, Oregano, Italian Style Stewed Tomatoes, and Panko Bread Crumbs. You can find this recipe and purchase any of the Wild Idea Buffalo Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

BUFFALO and EGGPLANT PARMESAN
I have a new respect for eggplant… all it needed was a little boost of bison. This recipe gives you all the Eggplant Parmesan flavors you love, without all the steps. A new favorite, for your recipe box! (Serves 8).
For more Eggplant health benefits check out this terrific post:
http://www.well-beingsecrets.com/eggplant-health-benefits/

Ingredients:

3 – eggplants, sliced

2 – tablespoons olive oil

1 – pound Wild Idea Premium Ground Buffalo, or Wild Idea Italian Buffalo Sausage

3 – tablespoons garlic, chopped

1 – onion, chopped

2 – teaspoon salt

1 – tablespoon black pepper

1 – tablespoon oregano

28 – ounces Italian style stewed tomatoes, chopped

8 – ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced

1 – cup fresh basil, julienned

4 – ounces freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 – cup panko style bread crumbs *optional

Preparation:

1 – Pre-heat oven to broil, with top rack on second shelf.
2 – Arrange eggplants on a baking sheet and brush both sides with 1-tablespoon oil.
3 – Broil eggplant until lightly browned, about 4 minutes each side.
4 – Remove the roasted eggplant from oven and set aside. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°.
5 – In a sauté pan over medium high heat, heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil and crumble ground bison into pan.
6 -Brown the meat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, breaking larger pieces up.
7 – Add garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and oregano and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.
8 – Add stewed tomatoes, mix together and bring to full heat.
9 – Reduce heat to simmer and allow sauce to reduce for 15 minutes.
10 – In a 9×13 pan place half of the eggplant on the bottom overlapping slightly. Layer with the bison tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, and remaining eggplant.
11 – Bake at 375° for 30 minutes.
12 – Mix the Parmesan cheese with the breadcrumbs and sprinkle over the top of the casserole. Continue baking for 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.
13 – Serve with a tossed green salad for a complete, deliciously easy meal.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/54134529-buffalo-eggplant-parmesan-casserole

Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week – Bison Heart

June 8, 2022 at 6:02 AM | Posted in Wild Idea Buffalo | Leave a comment
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This week’s Wild Idea Buffalo Recipe of the Week is Bison Heart. To make this dish you’ll be needing Wild Idea Buffalo Heart, Wild Idea Buffalo Bacon, Butter, Onions, Garlic, Tomatoes, White Wine, Sour Cream, and Basil. You can find this recipe and purchase any of the Wild Idea Buffalo Products at the Wild Idea Buffalo website. So Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2022! https://wildideabuffalo.com/

BISON HEART
My friend and Wild Idea supporter, Angela A. shared her recipe for cooking heart. I put it to the test and can report that it is absolutely delicious and heart-healthy!

Ingredients:

2-3 – lbs of Buffalo Heart cut into large cubes

6 – oz of Buffalo Bacon or Organic Bacon

2 – oz butter

2 – onions, chopped

2 – cloves of garlic, chopped

6 – fresh tomatoes, peeled & chopped or 3 tbsp of tomato paste

1/4 – bottle of white wine

8 – oz of sour cream

Fresh or dried basil and parsley

Preparation:

1 – Cut the bacon into small bits and fry in 2 oz of butter
2 – Add the chopped onions garlic and sauté.
3 – Add buffalo heart to the bacon onions and garlic, and let it brown.
4 – Add 1/2 cup of water, tomatoes or paste, and the wine..
5 – Simmer for 30 minutes covered and then for 15 minutes without the lid. Stir the sour cream into the sauce.
6 – Sprinkle with fresh herbs.
*Serve with rice or mashed potatoes. I like the sauce chunky but one could strain or puree it.
https://wildideabuffalo.com/blogs/recipes/bison-heart

 

Wild Idea Buffalo – HEART
A heart-healthy, old time favorite! Cube and add to stews or pot pies, or simmer whole. Available as a 2.5 – 3 lb. package (average weight).
https://wildideabuffalo.com/collections/delicacies/products/heart?variant=232726014

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