June 28, 2023 Issue, Page 17 of 20

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FREEDOM | 2023 PG9 A special twist on a classic for this years July Fourth barbecue are best left to the professionals, but anyone can mas- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard ter the art of grilling delicious burgers and hot dogs. 2 teaspoons hot sauce Traditional burgers are made with ground beef. 1 teaspoon kosher salt However, curious grillmasters can explore the many 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ways to experiment with burgers without sacrific- : 5 ing flavor. This recipe for “Venison Burgers” from Optional toppings “Texas Favorites” (Gibbs Smith) by Jon Bonnell uti- Bacon lizes venison and pork in lieu of beef. The result is | Cheddar cheese a mouthwatering burger worthy of inclusion in any Guacamole Fourth of July festivities. 5 Clean the venison well and remove any fat or con- Venison Burgers Serves 8 nective tissue. Cut the venison, pork shoulder and bacon into large chunks. Combine all ingredients to- 2 pounds venison meat gether in a large mixing bowl and let marinate for 1 1/2 pound pork shoulder hour in the refrigerator. Grind everything together us- ‘ oN 1/2 pound slab bacon ing the small plate on your grinder. Form into burger 7 7 5 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce . ‘ The Fourth of July may not be _ by a nighttime fireworks display, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder patics by Tard, and grill or pan-sear. Cook to me- governed by official rules man- but each of those things features —_ Pinch of cayenne pepper dium (135 F internal temperature), then remove from dating celebrants attend a back- prominently in many Indepen- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder the grill and top with your favorite cheese or burger yard barbecue before being awed dence Day celebrations. Fireworks toppings. Ysvow Source DOCTORS BINTZ & ELLIS Optometric Phy ician: Keep your eyes safe <ZAZZ72D this Fourth of July! Be Aware and Be Safe This Holiday! In case of eye emergency 2103s. mansweet, VAS FINANCE call our office number. _ 580-225-3463 1414W. 3rd St, Elk City, OK www.boomtowngrill.net 580.225.1525