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Venison Stew with Tomatoe-Fruits

Published on July 11, 2016 • Last updated October 21, 2024 by Elizabeth
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Beets, red wine, and juniper join venison, onions, beans, and sun-dried tomatoes to make a rich, satisfying stew. The recipe is reproduced, with permission, from Outlander Kitchen—the Official Outlander Companion Cookbook.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 1.5 hours

Difficulty: Easy

Venison Stew with Tomatoe-Fruits from the Outlander Kitchen Cookbook
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  • The Outlander book series
  • Recipes from the Outlander series
  • Succulent venison stew in the Highlands of Scotland
  • Did they eat venison in 18th-century Scotland?
  • Venison Stew with Tomatoe-Fruits
  • Other recipes you might like

The Outlander book series

Hands up, who else sobbed their way through the Outlander Series 2 finale yesterday?

Not just me, eh?

I can’t even remember why I began watching Outlander – I think I was randomly flicking through the tv shows on Amazon Prime one night after finishing Black Sails and Turn, wanting something set in the same era to watch. It wasn’t until Series 2 was released that I began watching, but I was instantly hooked on the romantic tale of WW2, time travel, kilted Scotsmen and true love.

The first half of the first series was what I imagine a Mills & Boon novel to be like (I’ve never read one, true story!), but then it got dark really quickly. 

I caught up on the episodes quickly and then had to wait one week for each new episode to be released. I have to confess; while I was bikepacking through the highlands of Scotland recently, it was still there in the back of my mind that I’d have a few episodes to catch up on when I returned!

Outlander Kitchen by Theresa Carle-Sanders

Recipes from the Outlander series

The day after I began my epic bikepacking trip, the official Outlander companion cookbook was released, Outlander Kitchen, written by Canadian chef, food writer and unabashed fan of Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander book series.

Featuring more than one hundred recipes, Outlander Kitchen retells Claire and Jamie’s incredible story through the flavours of the Scottish Highlands, the French Revolution, and beyond. Theresa has drawn on the events and characters in Gabaldon’s novels’ pages to create mouthwatering and inspiring dishes highlighting local ingredients and traditional cooking techniques but updated for today’s modern kitchens.

There is a wide range of recipes, from breakfasts to appetizers, soups to preserves, meat and seafood dishes, sweets and desserts, and even drinks and cocktails.

Each recipe includes an excerpt from the original books that inspired it, plus a bit of historical background to bring it to life.

For my first meal from this book, I chose the venison stew with tomatoe-fruits served with Spoon Bread.

Outlander Venison Stew recipe

Succulent venison stew in the Highlands of Scotland

While bikepacking through the highlands of Scotland recently, the weather was mostly on our side. Except for one day, the heavens opened from early morning until late afternoon from John o’Groats to Thurso. We were soaked to the bone, with shrivelled toes and fingers like we’d spent too long in the bath.

We had intended on cycling all the way from John o’Groats to Bettyhill that day, following the north Scotland coastline (apparently it’s really picturesque if you can see the sea—we couldn’t). However, after passing a rather unusual split stone on the outskirts of Melvich and pausing for a break after cresting a rather steep hill, we spotted an inn with a tendril of smoke gently drifting from its chimney.

We were lured inside by the thought of getting warm and dry and possibly having a bite of food. It turns out that they had camping facilities: for only £5, we pitched our tents in the garden, grabbed a wonderful hot shower, and propped our soaking wet cycling shoes next to the coal fire in the inn to dry.

Dinner was ordered: a haggis starter and the most gorgeous, succulent venison stew for a main. For this reason, I chose to make venison stew from this cookery book, a recipe the author herself has very kindly given me permission to reproduce.

Venison Stew with Tomatoe-Fruits from the Outlander Kitchen Cookbook

Did they eat venison in 18th-century Scotland?

In 18th-century Britain, venison was only found on the tables of the wealthy—the lords and lairds whose land holdings were significant enough to sustain a deer population. Highlanders themselves survived on boiled grains and vegetable stews until the clearances when they were forced from their homes. On our cycling travels through the highlands, we saw many information boards about these clearances. They then began to hunt in the North American forests filled with birds and game.

This recipe is a gorgeously rich, satisfying stew. Served with Spoon Bread (a favourite of George Washington), it made for a rather delicious dinner last night before I watched the Outlander series 2 finale.

I sobbed through the last half of the episode. I ordered the first three Outlander series books from Amazon as soon as it was finished. I can’t wait until series 3 comes out, I need to find out what happens!

You can buy a copy of Outlander Kitchen from Amazon for £25. It’s also available in Canada for $47 and the United States for $35. For more information (and a well-stocked recipe index!), visit the Outlander Kitchen website.

Are you an Outlander fan? Let me know in the comments below!

Venison Stew with Tomatoe-Fruits from the Outlander Kitchen Cookbook

Venison Stew with Tomatoe-Fruits

Beets, red wine and juniper join venison, onions, beans and sun-dried tomatoes to make a rich, satisfying stew. Recipe reprinted with permission from the Outlander Kitchen – The Official Outlander Companion Cookbook by Theresa Carle-Sanders (2016)
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Scottish
Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 3 hours hours
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 392kcal
Author: Elizabeth

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup dried kidney beans
  • 0.5 cup sundried tomatoes
  • 0.25 cup plain flour
  • 1.5 tsp Shetland sea salt plus additional
  • 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper plus additional
  • 1.5 lbs venison stew meat cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil plus additional
  • 4 slices smoked back bacon cut crosswise into 1/4 inch strips
  • 1 large onion cut into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 cups good quality beef stock (see recipe in book)
  • 1 lb beets peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 fresh rosemary
  • 12 juniper berries
  • 2 garlic cloves halved

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Instructions 

  • In a small saucepan, cover 0.5 cup dried kidney beans with 2 inches of cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover, and soak for 1 hour. Drain.
  • Soak 0.5 cup sundried tomatoes in 1 cup boiling water for 1 hour. Drain, reserving the soaking liquid. Chop the tomatoes roughly.
  • Move a rack to the bottom rung and heat the oven to 325 F/ 160 C.
  • Mix together 0.25 cup plain flour, 1.5 tsp Shetland sea salt, and 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper in a bowl. Pat 1.5 lbs venison stew meat dry with paper towels, then dredge the pieces in the flour to coat on all sides.
  • In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, heat t2 tbsp olive oilover medium-high flame. In batches, brown the venison on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Rest the browned meat on a plate and repeat with the remaining venison, using additional oil if required.
  • When the last batch of venison is gone from the pan, reduce the heat to medium and fry 4 slices smoked back bacon pieces until golden brown. Add the bacon pieces to the venison and pour off all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat from the pan.
  • Add 1 large onion, chopped, to the pan and cook until slightly softened, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan, 3 to 5 minutes. Deglaze with 1 cup red wine and boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add 2 cups good quality beef stock, tomato soaking liquid, venison, bacon, beans, tomatoes and 1 lb beets, peeled and diced. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a rapid boil.
  • Meanwhile, make a bouquet garni. Wrap 2 bay leaves, 2 fresh rosemary sprigs, 12 juniper berries and 2 garlic cloves in a square of cheesecloth and tie with string, or enclose the items in a large tea ball.
  • When the stew is boiling, poke the bouquet garni under the surface and cover the pot. Cook in the oven until the meat, beans and beets are tender, about 90 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot with Spoon Bread (recipe in the book). Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

Notes

Excerpted from Outlander Kitchen by Theresa Carle-Sanders. Copyright © 2016 by Theresa Carle-Sanders. All rights reserved. No part of this excerpt may be reproduced or reprinted without permission in writing from the publisher.

Nutrition

Calories: 392kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 1043mg | Potassium: 1447mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 7mg

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Comments

  1. Christy

    September 18, 2017 at 5:06 pm

    Just stumbled upon this recipe, what a fantastic autumn stew. Bookmarked and I’ll be making it as soon as the local butchers has fresh venison in. Shouldn’t be long!

    Reply
  2. Jamie Millard

    July 24, 2016 at 11:58 pm

    i like a bit of game – venison is a personal favourite, sounds like a great book

    Reply
  3. Natalie Crossan

    July 24, 2016 at 11:37 pm

    Haven’t seen but heard great things xxx

    Reply
  4. Susan Naylor

    July 24, 2016 at 11:12 pm

    I don’t know Outlander at all but the cook book looks great.

    Reply
  5. Emma

    July 24, 2016 at 9:52 pm

    I’ve not seen it but have heard it is good

    Reply
  6. Kate Phillips

    July 24, 2016 at 8:31 pm

    Sorry to say I’ve never watched it (yet) but the cookbook looks great and I now feel curious.

    Reply
  7. EJ Dunn

    July 24, 2016 at 8:02 pm

    I haven’t actually watched it yet, but it is on my ‘to watch’ list as i have a few friends who love it!

    Reply
  8. Elzbieta Znyk

    July 24, 2016 at 7:03 pm

    I have never see it, but hope I will soon!

    Reply
  9. Jill Fairbanks

    July 24, 2016 at 6:35 pm

    I haven’t seen it but I am definitely going to look out for it now as your recipes sound lovely

    Reply
  10. Amelia Stephenson

    July 24, 2016 at 5:17 pm

    that dress!!

    Reply
  11. Allan Fullarton

    July 24, 2016 at 4:24 pm

    Looks great, but never tried.

    Reply
  12. Gem Cook

    July 24, 2016 at 2:41 pm

    I’ve not watched Outlander yet, but it’s been highly recommended to me. We have just got Amazon Prime so I’m hoping to start watching it next week.
    What a fantastic prize.
    I’d love to win.
    Thanks for the chance.

    Reply
  13. Iris W

    July 24, 2016 at 11:44 am

    I have never seen Outlander but it looks like something I will like, just catching up with all GOT and then I think I will watch this.

    Reply
  14. Jim Milligan

    July 24, 2016 at 11:35 am

    I’ve not seen it, but will try and look out for it.

    Reply
  15. Karen Howden

    July 24, 2016 at 11:29 am

    I love this series, am a little behind have some still to watch. I just love the signature tune “over the sea to skye”

    My favourite bit is when the Highlander Connor is rescued from the prison

    Reply
  16. Helen

    July 24, 2016 at 11:26 am

    I love historical dramas and would definately watch this if it was on free view.

    Reply
  17. carol boffey

    July 24, 2016 at 10:51 am

    Not heard of it but it looks great

    Reply
  18. Andrew Hindley

    July 24, 2016 at 10:02 am

    I have never seen Outlander but the book looks great, I will add it to my must watch list

    Reply
  19. Julie Camm

    July 24, 2016 at 10:01 am

    I’ve never heard of the Outlander books, but the recipe book looks fantastic, and I would take it with me when I spend two weeks in a cottage in the Scottish Highlands in September…. I have loads of time to cook there and it looks perfect

    Reply
  20. jo liddement

    July 24, 2016 at 8:54 am

    I am a huge fan of Outlander and the final episode of season two had me in tears when Claire said goodbye to Jamie at the memorial stone on the battlefield.Can’t wait for series 3!!!

    Reply
  21. leanne weir

    July 24, 2016 at 8:37 am

    I’ve not seen the outlander yet. I am waiting for a binge day!

    Reply
  22. Tracey S Anderson

    July 23, 2016 at 11:36 pm

    I have to admit i haven’t seen Outlander although the cookbook looks amazing so i will have to make a point of listing it as a must see X x

    Reply
  23. Sheri Darby

    July 23, 2016 at 9:43 pm

    I never watched it, or read it. Your recipe looks so delicious

    Reply
  24. Jane

    July 23, 2016 at 8:27 pm

    Never seem Outlander but this type of food makes be very, very happy indeed. Will be taking a look at it.

    Reply
  25. Jess Powell (Babi a Fi)

    July 23, 2016 at 7:44 pm

    I love the sound of the cook book but I wasn’t a big fan of the actual Outlander books; I haven’t seen any of the series yet!

    Reply
  26. Laura Nice

    July 23, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    Ive never seen it before but the book looks great!

    Reply
  27. Katie Skeoch

    July 23, 2016 at 4:19 pm

    Haven’t watched it yet! But I am Scottish so the recipes would be great to add to my own family cookbook!

    Reply
  28. Lauren Old

    July 23, 2016 at 9:52 am

    I’ve got the book and the DVD but haven’t watched yet! Hoping to soon though

    Reply
  29. Allan Wilson

    July 22, 2016 at 11:58 am

    I’ve never seen it yet but it is on my list to watch.

    Reply
  30. Emily Hutchinson

    July 22, 2016 at 9:48 am

    I’ve never heard of it but I’ll be looking for it now!

    Reply
  31. Lindsay McPhee

    July 21, 2016 at 2:02 pm

    I’ve read most of the books and just started Season 2 but hands down the wedding night scene was The Best. It was hot, funny and sentimental and it’s refreshing to see sex scenes on TV that are all about the female gaze, rather than male. Also, that dress. Amazing.

    Reply
  32. Julie Anne Barker

    July 20, 2016 at 9:51 am

    I’ve never watched Outlander but the cookbook looks great :}

    Reply
  33. Julie Anne Barker

    July 20, 2016 at 9:50 am

    I’ve never watched Outlander but the cookbook looks great

    Reply
  34. Lisa Wilkinson

    July 19, 2016 at 8:41 pm

    I haven’t read the books or seen the TV programme but it’s the type of genre I do enjoy

    Reply
  35. Kim Styles

    July 18, 2016 at 6:39 pm

    I have never seen it -but heard good things- however the cook book looks great and I collect cookery books!

    Reply
  36. Rebecca Howells (@PeanutHog)

    July 18, 2016 at 3:34 pm

    I’ve never seen it so must try it. The cook book looks really good though!

    Reply
  37. Caroline H

    July 18, 2016 at 1:13 am

    Yes! I loved the books but don’t have Prime so haven’t seen the series – but the DVD boxsets are out so that’s definitely on my present list!

    Reply
  38. Rachel Butterworth

    July 17, 2016 at 9:53 pm

    I have been dying to see the series, but haven’t had the time yet. I’ve heard really good things though.

    Reply
  39. carole n

    July 17, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    i’m new to Outlander but would love the opportunity to learn more

    Reply
  40. kellyjo walters

    July 16, 2016 at 3:36 pm

    to be honest nope I’ve not heard of it but I just been looking at all the pics on IG so I’m gonna try and find on line to watch …

    Reply
  41. Kate Knight

    July 15, 2016 at 8:19 pm

    I’ve never watch it but it looks good!

    Reply
  42. Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche

    July 15, 2016 at 12:50 pm

    I really need to start watching this show, you always make it sound so exciting! I love that there’s a cookbook to go with it 🙂

    Reply
  43. Tanya

    July 14, 2016 at 10:17 pm

    I hadn’t heard of Outlander before, I was the one watching the football. I tried Venison for the first time last year and it was delicious so I’ll definitely be putting this in the dishes to try pile

    Reply
  44. Charlotte

    July 14, 2016 at 10:36 am

    I am not a fan of venison but my husband loves it! Will tell him about this. x

    Reply
  45. Tanya Brannan

    July 14, 2016 at 9:52 am

    I have never seen this series but this meal looks amazing!! I have already printed it off to try soon as it just looks so good. Thanks for sharing

    Reply
  46. Solange

    July 14, 2016 at 5:05 am

    I’ve never watched Outlander but the cookbook looks really great.

    Reply
  47. WhatLauraLoves

    July 14, 2016 at 12:08 am

    Ooh this looks absolutely delicious, so homely and definitely something I’d enjoy xxx

    Reply
  48. Emma Lewis

    July 13, 2016 at 10:20 pm

    I’m outlander obsessed according to my hubby, he’s started called me Sassenach! Having had my head buried in the books for years I persuaded him to watch the series and we both loved it. Such a shame the weather wasn’t kinder to you, the recipe looks great!

    Reply
  49. Esther

    July 13, 2016 at 9:49 pm

    This makes me even more hungry than I am right now. I would really love to get this book and I hope I win it 🙂

    Reply
  50. Jayne @ Sticky Mud and Belly Laughs

    July 13, 2016 at 7:44 pm

    Oh my days, I’m so hungry after reading this 🙂
    Your photos are lovely and make it look very inviting!
    Thanks for sharing this recipe x

    Reply
  51. Nikki Eaves

    July 13, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    Really hoping to get this book as a birthday present (I’ve dropped enough hints!) Love Outlander and used to read the books with my Granddad (a proud Fraser) they are a real family tradition xxx

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  52. Maliha Iftekhar

    July 13, 2016 at 5:21 pm

    What a fantastic recipe! I admit I have never had venison. I must try this 🙂 As for Outlander, yes I am an ardent fan of the books (am on book 3, purchased all 8) and of the show. I think the television series has done a masterful adaptation of the source material, from capturing the wild beauty of Scotland, to the intricate details of costume and language. The casting is superb! My favorite moment from the show has to be in the season 2 finale… The heartbreaking dance like sequence when Jamie sends Claire back through the stones. It was so beautifully acted, the longing and grief palpable. I was weeping. A close second is the wedding, both in the book and the show. Thank you for sharing your passion! Take care.

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  53. Richard Eldred Hawes

    July 13, 2016 at 12:53 pm

    I must admit that I have not seen the series but from your article it seems that I have missed something I would have enjoyed watching

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  54. Kira C

    July 13, 2016 at 1:53 am

    Honestly, I haven’t really watched outlander and not heard much about it! You seem to really like it though so I’ll have to check it out! Sounds like my kind of program! That stew sounds delicious!

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  55. Laura @dearbearandbeany

    July 12, 2016 at 10:24 pm

    This looks like a great dish for the winter, we love a stew!

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  56. Harriet from Toby & Roo

    July 12, 2016 at 9:08 pm

    Honestly this just looks and sounds so AMAZING! I wonder if it would taste good with beef – I don’t have venison in! H x

    Reply
  57. Joanne Hutchings

    July 12, 2016 at 7:19 pm

    I’ve never seen Outlander so can’t say I’m a fan, but my mother in law is and she’s also a keen cook so this book would make a great gift for her.

    Reply
  58. Sassy

    July 12, 2016 at 5:21 pm

    Oh well I want this sounds absolutely delicious! I don’t watch outlander, but clearly I can see you’re very enthusiastic about it 🙂 xxx

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  59. Talya

    July 12, 2016 at 4:52 pm

    Wow that looks incredible! I think I must have been living under a rock as not heard of the series or book. Where have I been?

    Reply
  60. Jen Schofield

    July 12, 2016 at 3:29 pm

    Never seen it but looks really good. Would love to try some recipes.

    Reply
  61. Kate @ Babaganosh.org

    July 12, 2016 at 2:51 pm

    This cookbook sounds like it is full of awesome hearty recipes. I love love love stew but have never thought to use venison! I will have to try this as we still have some venison leftover in our freezer that was given to us by a friend. I am sure venison will give this stew an awesome gamey flavor.

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  62. Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes

    July 12, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    This looks so comforting. I do love venison, but never tried it in a stew before.

    Reply
  63. Linda Hobbis

    July 12, 2016 at 2:33 pm

    Whilst I love Haggis, I couldn’t face eating venison… sorry! That’s probably really hypocritical I know.

    Reply
  64. Sarah @ Champagne Tastes

    July 12, 2016 at 2:04 pm

    I’ve never heard of that show- but the cookbook looks interesting! What a great soup idea for cold dreary days

    Reply
  65. Catherine

    July 12, 2016 at 2:01 pm

    I just got into this series and the books. I love it! This cookbook sounds like so much fun and the stew looks delicious. xo, Catherine

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  66. Michele @ Flavor Mosaic

    July 12, 2016 at 1:46 pm

    It looks like a wonderful cookbook and delicious recipe

    Reply
  67. Diana

    July 12, 2016 at 12:55 pm

    Sounds like a wonderful cookbook! I review a lot of cookbooks on my blog and I’m building a lovely library Haha

    Reply
  68. Claire

    July 12, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    I love venison and this sounds like a delicious recipe 🙂 I have to try it!

    Reply
  69. laura stewart

    July 12, 2016 at 12:08 pm

    i havent seen any but the book looks good x

    Reply
  70. Rachel

    July 12, 2016 at 11:24 am

    Oh wow, now this looks just absolutely wonderful, ive never tried Venison in a stew x

    Reply
  71. Laura H

    July 12, 2016 at 10:32 am

    I find it strange that there’s an Outlander cook book! This dish really yummy and warming and what great cuts of meat!

    Reply
  72. Dean of Little Steps

    July 12, 2016 at 10:08 am

    That looks like a winter-warmer and looks absolutely delicious. Also love your white pot 🙂

    Reply
  73. Jo Carroll

    July 12, 2016 at 10:06 am

    Unfortunately I haven’t been able to watch Outlander on TV as it was on Amazon Prime and sadly goes beyond my current budget but will hopefully catch it on DVD…it sounds great.

    Reply
  74. Rebecca U

    July 12, 2016 at 10:05 am

    this looks so good! I haven’t seen the series but I think it would my right up my street! #triedtested

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  75. Helen at CAsa Costello

    July 12, 2016 at 9:30 am

    Wow your venison stew looks amazing. I bet the bacon gives it an added extra. Looks just the perfect comforting dish for after a long trek.

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  76. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

    July 12, 2016 at 9:11 am

    I really enjoy venison, as it’s such a rich meat. I am glad to see more venison recipes being featured on blogs too.

    Reply
  77. Heather Haigh

    July 12, 2016 at 9:02 am

    I’ve never seen Outlander – I barely watch any TV I’m afraid but the Venison stew with tomatoe-fruits sounds delicious.

    Reply
  78. Bronwyn Marcus

    July 12, 2016 at 8:30 am

    Wow, my husband is the chef in the family and he would love this book,looks amazing

    Reply
  79. Catherine

    July 12, 2016 at 8:12 am

    I’ve never seen Outlander but that stew looks delicious. I’m wondering if you could also do it with beef.

    #triedtested

    Reply
  80. Lyndsey O'Halloran

    July 12, 2016 at 8:04 am

    I’ve never had venison before. That stew does look nice!

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  81. Jessica

    July 12, 2016 at 7:31 am

    I love the vension innovation here. Never heard the book but its cover is just interestingly yummy. 🙂

    Reply
  82. Phil Darling

    July 12, 2016 at 7:04 am

    I haven’t seen it yet – but if its as good as it looks – I’m going to love it

    Reply
  83. Liz Mays

    July 12, 2016 at 1:07 am

    This sounds really nice and comforting. I’m sure I’d love it! Outlander Kitchen would be fun to work though.

    Reply
  84. LaaLaa

    July 11, 2016 at 11:40 pm

    Can’t say I’ve seen Outlander. Being a non meat eater it’s not exactly up my alley but I like how thorough your post is x

    Reply
  85. Sarah

    July 11, 2016 at 11:26 pm

    I love Outlander! The finale was amazing, so amazing I need to go rewatch it! Will keep this spoiler free though 🙂

    Reply
  86. Sarah

    July 11, 2016 at 10:47 pm

    I have heard about the series, but I’ve never actually watched it.
    This recipe looks nice, just a shame I don’t eat venison

    Reply
  87. Sarah Bailey

    July 11, 2016 at 10:37 pm

    What an interesting sounding cookbook – not sure I have ever tried Venison myself. x

    Reply
  88. Anosa

    July 11, 2016 at 10:13 pm

    Not heard of the book before but I am loving the look of this venison stew and I want to try it again.

    Reply
  89. Ana De- Jesus

    July 11, 2016 at 9:59 pm

    Its amazing to see how different venison is now, it is becoming more mainstream than it was when it was the prime meat of the wealthy.

    Reply
  90. fashion-mommy

    July 11, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    I’ve never heard of the series or the book, but Venison stew is a real favourite of mine.

    Reply
  91. Rachel Ray

    July 11, 2016 at 8:55 pm

    I’m a fan of the books and the series – I love it when Claire shocks all he men by swearing.

    Reply
  92. A

    July 11, 2016 at 8:48 pm

    For me, the best thing about Outlander is the chance to see familiar places in Scotland in a new light; it’s a reminder not to take this beautiful country for granted.

    Reply
  93. S Bufton

    July 11, 2016 at 8:46 pm

    I hadn’t heard of the series but the book looks fantastic, it makes me want to watch the series.

    Reply
  94. sarah rees

    July 11, 2016 at 8:36 pm

    haven’t seen it but this looks fab

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  95. laura banks

    July 11, 2016 at 7:56 pm

    i haven’t actually heard of it before but the recipes look fab

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  96. Michelle Ferguson

    July 11, 2016 at 7:31 pm

    I’ve never heard of the series before today but the cook book looks fab

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  97. fozia Akhtar

    July 11, 2016 at 7:08 pm

    This looks delicious I’ve not had venison for some time

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  98. Matthew P

    July 11, 2016 at 6:40 pm

    ive never watched Outlander but your cookbook looks great :-))

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  99. Claire

    July 11, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    This looks scrummy – I love a bit of venison!

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  100. katie w

    July 11, 2016 at 6:04 pm

    I have just got into Outlander, up to the wedding at the moment in the first season, love Jamie and Claire getting to know each other.

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  101. iain maciver

    July 11, 2016 at 5:35 pm

    I love venison, this book would be perfect

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  102. Susan Smith

    July 11, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    Sorry i have never looked at an Outlander Book, but looking at the recipe above, i will make a point of looking

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  103. Carly Taylor

    July 11, 2016 at 5:07 pm

    I am the biggest Outlander fan going, have read all 9 books and am totally in love with Jamie and Clare in the TV show, great casting!
    My favourite book is still the first one as I love all things Scottish (men in kilts mainly) and the Wedding episode has to be my favourite still after 2 seasons of watching on Tv.

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  104. Joanna

    July 11, 2016 at 4:34 pm

    This looks delicious I’ve not had venison in awhile.

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  105. samantha rickelton

    July 11, 2016 at 4:18 pm

    I love venison but haven’t really cooked with it other than as a steak – I love this idea of putting it in a nice warming stew x

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  106. Joy B

    July 11, 2016 at 4:14 pm

    I’ve never read the books or watched Outlander on TV but my best friend loves it and I know she would love the cook book too.

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  107. Nick Lloyd

    July 11, 2016 at 3:51 pm

    Have heard great things about the cookbook, would love to win one

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  108. liz ferguson

    July 11, 2016 at 3:44 pm

    It is new to me, but it is right up my street, so I will be a fan xx

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  109. Milly Youngman

    July 11, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    I’ve never actually seen Outlander! But, this stew looks INCREDIBLE and definitely want to have a go at cooking it up myself!

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  110. Amanda

    July 11, 2016 at 3:24 pm

    I love the Outlander series but I think I would love this cookbook even more! 🙂

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  111. Stacey Carnell

    July 11, 2016 at 3:05 pm

    I’ve not watched yet but will keep an eye out! Love the cookbook <3

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  112. Tracey C

    July 11, 2016 at 2:53 pm

    Huge fan of the books for many years. The cookbook is added to my ‘must get’ list!

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  113. Kerry Locke

    July 11, 2016 at 2:13 pm

    Judging by the awesome recipes … I might have to watch Outlander!

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  114. Amy

    July 11, 2016 at 1:44 pm

    This looks a really interesting cookbook. Loved both the Outlander series

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  115. Kerry Kilmister

    July 11, 2016 at 1:31 pm

    I read the book a while back and completely fell in love with the story and the brilliant descriptions of the Highlands. I haven’t yet watched the programme, though I keep meaning to. Life is just so hectic with 3 kiddies.

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  116. Tracy Ruane

    July 11, 2016 at 1:30 pm

    Would love to win this looks like some interesting recipes!

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  117. Diane Aitken

    July 11, 2016 at 1:29 pm

    Would love to win this

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  118. Sarah Mackay

    July 11, 2016 at 1:09 pm

    My favourite moment has been seeing the outfits whilst they were in paris

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  119. Leanne

    July 11, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    My sister & mum are big Outlander fans, so won’t be surprised to see a cookbook! I’ve just started watching on their recommendation☺

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  120. Suzanne

    July 11, 2016 at 1:01 pm

    The herb and pumpkin seed oatcakes are lovely. Looking forward to using up my allotment produce using interesting recipes.

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  121. Laura

    July 11, 2016 at 12:57 pm

    I haven’t watched any of it but i really should because I love costume dramas

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  122. Tracy Nixon

    July 11, 2016 at 12:50 pm

    To be honest, I have not heard of Outlander before. Your recipe sounds lovely though thank you!

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  123. Tracey Peach

    July 11, 2016 at 12:48 pm

    I’ve never seen Outlander but the Venison Stew with Tomatoe-Fruits is right up my street 🙂

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