Sunday Evening Elk Loaf

[SmokinGame]

Afternoon looked to be nice, so decided to smoke an elk loaf. Dear wife was going to put it in the oven, but I volunteered to put it on the Camp Chef pellet with some pecan pellets. Nothing fancy. Ground elk with a little "meatloaf" seasoning. Stuffed it with onions, baby spinach and little cheese. We will see how it comes out.

Apologize, but I never remember pics until I am nearly done. Here it is at 140F IT having adding a light mop of sauce. Now for it to get to 165F.

 

[TNJAKE]

Man I know that's gonna be tasty. BBQ glaze?

 

[Sowsage]

Yum! Looking good so far!

 

[SmokinGame]

Final! Nothing fancy for sides. Was busy shooting my bow and watching football. Would rather have fresh beans, but canned was it.

My wife said she wanted a small portion, but managed to double up on seconds. The spinach adds a little moisture for the elk. Could have used a little more cheese, IMO.

She said I need to do another fattie soon using the elk as base. I am game!! (pardon the pun)

Question #1 ... Does anyone let their ground mixture sit overnight after adding their spices? Wondered if it would let the mixture take on a little more of the spice flavors.

Question #2 ... What is everyone's favorite adds to their fattie? So far I have only added cheese, mushrooms, and spinach.

 

[SmokinGame]

Man I know that's gonna be tasty. BBQ glaze?

I like a little bbq sauce versus catsup. Little more spice. Not a lot, just a hint. Normally it is a sweet style sauce, but tried a Carolina style this time. I like Carolina style sauces, but will probably stick with sweet on my loaves. Just like those better.

 

[motocrash]

Mmm, Elk Loaf looks delicious.

Question #1 ... Does anyone let their ground mixture sit overnight after adding their spices? Wondered if it would let the mixture take on a little more of the spice flavors.

I thought it was the law. I'm callin' the cops....
Seriously, I always do.

 

[TNJAKE]

I like a little bbq sauce versus catsup. Little more spice. Not a lot, just a hint. Normally it is a sweet style sauce, but tried a Carolina style this time. I like Carolina style sauces, but will probably stick with sweet on my loaves. Just like those better.

I'm bbq sauce over ketchup myself

 

[Sowsage]

What is your "meatloaf" seasoning?

 

[Sowsage]

I'm bbq sauce over ketchup myself

Me too.....but I will put ketchup on a cold meatloaf sandwich!

 

[SmokinGame]

What is your "meatloaf" seasoning?

It varies. If lazy it might be a McCormick's pouch.

But a couple years ago I found this one online and tend to stick pretty close to it although my wife is not a big paprika fan. Might add a touch of oregano.

1 tsp dried mustard
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 tsp dried thyme
3/4 tsp basil
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder

 

[Sowsage]

It varies. If lazy it might be a McCormick's pouch.

But a couple years ago I found this one online and tend to stick pretty close to it although my wife is not a big paprika fan. Might add a touch of oregano.

1 tsp dried mustard
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 tsp dried thyme
3/4 tsp basil
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder

Ok,....reason I asked was because if your using a commercial blend like a McCormick pouch I would do more per lb than recommended. Game meat is lean and no fat to carry the flavor so extra seasoning is a must. Even with your own seasoning....if its good when you use it with beef add a little extra when using with a lean game meat.

 

[flatbroke]

I'm bbq sauce over ketchup myself

Should try it with mayonnaise

 

[SmokinGame]

Ok,....reason I asked was because if your using a commercial blend like a McCormick pouch I would do more per lb than recommended. Game meat is lean and no fat to carry the flavor so extra seasoning is a must. Even with your own seasoning....if its good when you use it with beef add a little extra when using with a lean game meat.

Thanks!

 

[SmokinAl]

Looks fantastic!
I guess it’s meatloaf day today!
Al

 

[Brokenhandle]

Looks good! Like the idea of a fatty also! I know what you mean with the veggies... hard to eat them from a can when you're used to fresh or canned from the garden.

Ryan