Anishinaabe Pre-Contact Dinner

Preparation of the Main Dish Rinse the wild rice under cold water. In a large pot, combine the venison or bison meat, wild rice, corn, potatoes, berries, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the rice is tender. Add salt to taste.

Seasoning the Dish In a small bowl, mix together the dried thyme, sage, parsley, juniper berries, wild onion, garlic, and wild leek.

Flavoring with Rendered Fat Once the rice and meat are cooked, stir in the rendered animal fat for added flavor and richness. Mix well to incorporate the fat into the dish.