Venison Sausage Filling

Unleash bold, rustic flavors with this Venison Sausage Filling, a hearty and aromatic blend perfect for stuffing vegetables, casseroles, or serving as a savory side dish. Made with rich ground venison sausage, butter-sautéed onions, celery, and carrots, this recipe is elevated with the fragrant warmth of fresh thyme, parsley, and sage. Breadcrumbs soak up chicken or vegetable stock to create a moist, yet perfectly textured filling that bursts with robust, earthy flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile dish can also be baked to golden perfection for a mouthwatering standalone accompaniment. Whether you're preparing a holiday feast or a comforting family meal, this venison sausage filling is a surefire way to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground venison sausage
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 stalks celery, finely diced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 1.25 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional, for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the diced onion, celery, and carrot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Crumble the ground venison sausage into the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until browned and fully cooked.

Step 4

Stir in the fresh thyme, parsley, and dried sage. Cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the herbs to release their aroma.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the breadcrumbs. Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock gradually, stirring as you pour, until the mixture is moist but not soupy.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning further if desired.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly before using it as a filling for stuffed vegetables, casseroles, or other dishes.

Step 8

To bake as a standalone side dish, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with a teaspoon of olive oil (optional), spread the venison sausage filling evenly into the dish, and bake for 15-20 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1242.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1851.7

Total Fat 83.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 379.5mg	0%
Sodium 8535.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 127.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 262.6mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 2123.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.3%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 32.2%