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Hot from SHOT: Best Optics of 2026

In the market for a new optic? You're in luck. In this installment of our 2026 SHOT coverage, we tasked experienced hunter and longtime contributor Brad Fenson with rounding up the best new optics of 2026. Read on to see what made his exacting cut.

Recipe: Air Fryer Spice-Crusted Venison Roast

Venison is ideally suited for air frying, especially tender cuts such as the loin, inside, or center round or top sirloin.

Recipe: Scottish Lorne Sausage with Venison and Pork

If you like to put your wild game to good use, this homemade Lorne sausage is a simple way to turn venison and pork into a hearty, traditional favorite.

Recipe: Saucy Venison Steak Bake

Venison is a staple for many hunters, offering a lean, flavorful meat that speaks to time spent in the woods and the satisfaction of providing your own food. This Saucy Venison Steak Bake is a hearty, home-style dish perfect for showcasing that wild game flavor.

Recipe: Peposo – Tuscan Braised Venison

In Tuscany, Peposo is a rustic, slow-cooked dish traditionally made with beef, red wine, garlic, and plenty of cracked black pepper. This version uses venison, which makes it even richer and more flavorful.

Recipe: Venison Minute Steaks with Cowboy Butter

Is there anything better than a fresh venison steak cooked to perfection and smothered in a buttery sauce? A thinly sliced backstrap and compound butter, or cowboy butter, make it a challenge to stop at just one.

Recipe: Venison Italian Wedding Soup

Looking for a hot bowl of soup to finish out a hunt? Look no further than this wild game take on Italian Wedding Soup by Brad Fenson.

Recipe: Venison Crostini with Smoky Berry-Spice Chimichurri

This venison crostini is more than a recipe, it’s a celebration of the hunt and the flavors it provides. Read on for how to make one all your own.

Recipe: Teriyaki Venison Skewers

Brad Fenson has a grill friendly, Asian twist for your summer BBQ. Read on to learn how to make his Teriyaki Venison Skewers.

Recipe: Venison Sheet Pan Tacos

Sheet pan tacos are a game-changer, whether you're cooking at home or in hunting camp. They’re quick to prepare, crowd-pleasing and a fantastic way to make the most of that ground venison sitting in your freezer.

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