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Iowa Pheasant Braise with Sweet Corn
The tougher or darker parts of a bird deserve the same respect as the breast. A short braise makes that possible.
The tougher or darker parts of a bird deserve the same respect as the breast. A short braise makes that possible.
Recipe Details
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Moderate
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds bird legs or mixed pieces 2 tablespoons oil 1 onion, sliced 2 cups chopped sweet corn
Instructions
- Brown the bird pieces in oil and set aside. Cook the onion and sweet corn until softened.
Why It Works Here
This recipe uses the pantry logic of Iowa: hearty comfort and cold-weather depth. That keeps the meal rooted in place instead of treating wild food like a generic protein.