Spicy Venison Sausage Mix
Mix with 1 lb ground venison
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground venison
- 1 tbsp olive oil or bacon fat
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp fennel seed (crushed)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Instructions
Mix everything together thoroughly.
Let it sit for 15–30 minutes if possible to develop flavor.
Brown in a pan over medium heat until fully cooked. Set aside.
Stromboli Filling
Once the sausage is cooked, add:
- Spicy venison sausage
- Mozzarella cheese
- Provolone cheese
- Banana peppers
- Roasted red peppers
- Thin sliced onion
- Pepperoni (optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Optional:
- Light spread of marinara or Calabrian chili paste inside for extra flavor
How to Make the Stromboli
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- Roll bread dough into a large rectangle
- Spread a thin layer of marinara or spicy sauce
- Add sausage mixture evenly
- Top with peppers, onions, and cheese
- Roll tightly into a log
- Place seam side down on a baking sheet
- Brush with egg wash
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and parmesan
- Cut a few small vents in the top
- Bake 25–30 minutes until golden brown
Garlic Butter Finish (Highly Recommended)
Melt together:
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of salt
Brush over the stromboli right when it comes out of the oven.
Dipping Sauce Ideas
Serve with:
- Warm marinara
- Ranch
- Spicy garlic sauce