Ah, the sizzle of a perfectly seared steak, the juicy tenderness of a succulent chicken breast, or the mouthwatering aroma of a slow-roasted pork shoulder – there’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of a well-cooked piece of meat.
But as any seasoned chef will tell you, achieving that perfect balance of flavor, texture, and safety is all about cooking meat to the correct internal temperature. Like any other meat, venison summer sausage has to be cooked to the proper temperature in order to be both delicious and safe to eat.
What Is The Right Internal Temperature For Venison Summer Sausage?
The right internal temperature for venison summer sausage is 160°F (71.1°C). The temperature should be taken with a food thermometer in the thickest part of the meat. It is important to note that the temperature should be taken in the center of the meat, not the edges.
How To Cook Venison Summer Sausage To The Right Internal Temperature
The best way to ensure that venison summer sausage is cooked to the right internal temperature is to use a thermometer. However, a typical method would be to cook it at a temperature of 180°F (82.2°C) for one hour.
It is also important to keep in mind that the internal temperature of venison summer sausage will continue to rise after it is removed from the heat source. Therefore, it is important to remove the venison summer sausage from the heat source when the thermometer reads 160°F (71.1°C). This will ensure that the venison summer sausage is cooked to the right internal temperature.
Why Is Internal Temperature Important?
Cooking food to the right internal temperature is essential for food safety. Bacteria can cause foodborne illness when food is not cooked to the right temperature.
Venison Summer Sausage is particularly susceptible to foodborne illness because it can contain higher levels of bacteria than other meats. Therefore, it is important to ensure that venison summer sausage is cooked to the right internal temperature in order to avoid foodborne illness.
When Cooking Venison Summer Sausage, It Is Important To Keep The Following Tips In Mind:
1. Venison summer sausage is best cooked slowly over low heat.
2. If cooking venison summer sausage on the grill, preheat to medium-low and cook for indirect heat.
3. Use a meat thermometer to cook venison summer sausage to an internal temperature of 160°F.
4. Allow venison summer sausage to rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting or serving.
5. Summer sausage is typically eaten cold, but can be reheated if desired.
6. When slicing venison summer sausage, cut at an angle for the best presentation.
7. Serve venison summer sausage with crackers, cheese, and mustard for the ultimate appetizer.
Venison Summer Sausage Recipes
Recipe 1. VENISON SUMMER SAUSAGE SLIDERS
Ingredients
1 lb. ground venison sausage
1 (11-ounce) can refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup yellow onion, diced
1/4 cup dill pickle relish
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
12 slider buns
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, breaking it up into small pieces, until no longer pink. Drain fat and set aside.
3. Separate biscuit dough into 12 pieces. Using your hands, flatten each piece into a small disc.
4. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add flattened biscuits and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, diced onion, dill pickle relish, prepared mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
6. Assemble sliders by spooning cooked sausage onto the bottom half of each cooked biscuit. Top with sauce and the top half of the biscuit. Serve immediately.
Recipe 2. VENISON SUMMER SAUSAGE PIZZA
Ingredients
1/2 lb. venison summer sausage, diced
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup yellow onion, diced
1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
1 (12-inch) pre-baked pizza crust
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix together venison sausage, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper.
3. Spread mixture evenly over pizza crust.
4. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Cut into 8 slices and serve.
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Sources
1. Venison: making summer and smoked sausage. (n.d.-b). UMN Extension.https://extension.umn.edu/preserving-and-preparing/venison-making-summer-and-smoked-sausage#:~:text=Use%20food%20thermometers%20to%20ensure,internal%20temperature%20of%20160%20F.