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Northwind Bison
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  • OUR FARM STORE
  • Bison Meat & Prices
  • Recipes
  • May 31 Open House

UNSURE HOW TO COOK BISON?

Check out some of our family favourite recipe ideas below.

Or try our pre-made bison meals - already prepped and ready for you to heat and eat!

LINK TO PRICE LIST FOR PRE-MADE MEALS

Bison Chili

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground bison
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 cup of chopped mushrooms
  • 2 stalks finely diced celery
  • 1 large can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can tomato paste
  • 1 can chili beans
  • 1 can brown or black beans
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • salt & pepper to taste.

OPTIONAL ADD-INS: 1 tsp liquid smoke, diced jalapeno, 1/4 cup brown sugar


DIRECTIONS: Brown bison meat with onions, garlic, celery and mushrooms.  Add to slow cooker or large pot with all canned items.  Season with spices, and optional add-ins if you choose.

Slow cooker: High for 4 hours, Low for 6-8 hours.  Or simmer in pot on stove over low-medium heat for at least 30 minutes.


Garnish with plain greek yogurt, shredded cheese, and green onions if you desire.

Bison Meatballs

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground bison
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2-3 green onions or one shallot, very finely diced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp italian seasoning (or 1 tsp each of basil & oregano)
  • 1/2 to 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2-3 tbsp chili powder
  • salt & pepper to taste.


DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 400 F.  Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, or lightly grease.  Mix all ingredients well in a large bowl.  Use hands to form 1-inch balls, and place on prepared baking sheet.  Bake for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked to an internal temperature of 160 F.  Serve plain or tossed with your favourite sauce.

Bison Cottage Pie

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground bison
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped (or 1 tsp minced garlic)
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, finely diced
  • 2 stalks celery, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp flour (substitute corn starch for gluten free option)
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 cup red wine
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tsp rosemary (finely chopped if using fresh)
  • 1/2 tsp thyme (finely chopped if using fresh) 
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes


DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat oven to 400 F. 

Brown ground bison with chopped vegetables, sauté until softened.  Add salt, pepper, paprika and flour - cook 2 minutes, stirring often.  

Add tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, continuing to stir for another 1-2 minutes.

Add red wine and broth, ensuring to scrape sides of pan as needed and mixing thoroughly. 

Add frozen peas and spices, stirring for 4-5 minutes or until peas are softened.  

Let cool for 10 minutes in a large casserole dish.  Carefully spread warm mashed potatoes over top of the bison filling, scraping top with a fork to add texture.  

Bake at 400 F for 20 minutes, then change to broil to toast the top of the potatoes for 3-4 minutes.  Watch carefully to ensure it doesn't burn.

Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before serving - careful, filling with be hot!


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UPDATE: 

OUR STORE IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO LOW STOCK.  WE WILL HAVE A FULLY STOCKED STORE AGAIN FOR OUR OPEN HOUSE ON MAY 31.


See our open house page for more details!


519-496-1619

8591 Concession Rd 8 - Moorefield, ON


Cheers!

Shane & Amanda