Small Game Cooking

Grilled quail on a plate with salad.
How to Grill the Perfect Quail

Grilling perfect quail is simple and straightforward. The process comes down to three factors: spatchcocking,…

Roasted chukar plated with rice
The Perfect Roasted Chukar

This will be the best roast Chukar you’ve ever had. Hunters who chase them know…

Upland Bratwurst: Upland Sausages with Beer and Cheddar

Try this German classic recipe with any upland game bird twist this grilling season Bratwurst…

A jar of homemade pheasant stock
How to Make Pheasant Stock and Broth

A complete guide to turning pheasant, grouse, chukar, quail, and other birds into cooking stock…

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Jacky H’s Hot Pheasant Sandwich

Break out some pheasant breasts and raid the spice rack for this play on Hattie…

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Spring Pasta with Wild Turkey Tenderloins and Morels

Combine your wild turkey tenderloins with freshly foraged morel mushrooms for a bright springtime pasta…

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Smoked and Sous Vide Wild Turkey Wings

Stop throwing out those wild turkey wings! Tenderize the tough cuts with a low-and-slow method…

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Jalapeño and Sun-dried Tomato Wild Turkey Thigh Sausage

Read about turning those tough turkey thighs into delicious sausage, plus sausage-making advice from expert…

Grilled pheasant rests over polenta.
Grilled Pheasant with Creamy Polenta and Gremolata Sauce

A fresh, bright and light season-transitioning meal, grilled pheasant pairs perfectly with and polenta and…

Kettle corn fried pheasant is served.
Ring-necked Kettle Corn

Whether you’re stressing over the Big Dance or another big-stakes event, take the hassle out…

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Grilled Pheasant with Colcannon and Guinness Onion Gravy

St. Patricks day is quickly approaching; celebrate with this upland-inspired Irish dish Full transparency: despite…

Quail Étouffée

Although traditionally a shellfish recipe, this traditional Cajun dish can easily be served with upland…

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General Tso’s Pheasant

Utilize any upland bird meat and enjoy the Chinese takeout staple Everywhere I have lived,…

Upland bird 'kipper snacks' made from tenderloins rest on a table.
How to Cook Upland Bird Tenderloins

From flash searing to low-and-slow jerky, learn three easy and simple ways to cook those…

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Chukar-fil-A Sandwich

Inspired by and better than the ultra-busy, fast-food chain’s chicken sandwich, this recipe can utilize…

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Upland Enchiladas or Tostadas

Take your time with this delicious Mexican dish inspired by a Spokane, Washington, restaurant and…

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Upland Bird Egg Drop Soup

Inspired by a family tradition and classic Christmas movie, this egg drop soup is great…

Roasted quail is garnished with cranberry sauce.
Roasted Quail with Bourbon Cranberry Sauce

Serve up this upland twist on a traditional meal to your holiday guests this season…

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Serve Better Birds: A Field-to-Table Cooking Guide for Upland Bird Hunters

Project Upland wild game cooking contributor Jack Hennessy breaks down different steps of how to…

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Taco Bell Inspired Quail Quesadillas

Born from his daughter’s love of Taco Bell’s chicken quesadilla, the author delivers an upland-inspired…

Roasted pheasant sits on a table.
Roasted Pheasant with Spicy Apple Bacon Glaze

Surprise your holiday guests with an alternative upland centerpiece It’s that time of year again…