Cooking Columns

  Kris Winkelman hosts the "Kris' Kitchen" segment on "Good Fishing" and "Outdoor Secrets. Watch the award-winning “Good Fishing” and “Outdoor Secrets” television shows on The Outdoor Life Network, WGN-TV, Fox Sports Net, The Men’s Channel, The Great American Country, and the Sportsman’s Channel.

 

 
May 2008 Columns

Panfish Taco’s
People love fish tacos, especially the kids.

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Low-Calorie Lemon Walleye
Is there a source of protein that’s better than walleye?

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Wild Pheasant – Wild Rice Super Summer Salad
Who says salad is a dish served before the main course?

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Meatball Stroganoff
Hot, hearty stroganoff was always a favorite in my house when I was a kid.

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March 2008 Columns

Venison Pockets

Talk about your healthy and hearty “hot pockets.” After your meal, if you’re lucky enough to have any leftovers, these are also great the next day as cold sandwiches. And here’s another hint: try the same recipe with sliced pheasant or grouse. It’s delicious!

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Grouse Salad

Hey, a salad doesn’t have to be a side dish that precedes the main course. This salad is a meal in itself, and a darned good one! For lunch or dinner, it’s sure to please. I’ve even had kids over who “don’t like salad,” but after one forkful, they change their tune.

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Marinated Fish

There’s literally no end to the fantastic things you can do with fish. Maybe that’s why I like cooking them. You can experiment, have fun and barely worry about creating a disaster. This dish was the result of experimenting, and it was successful. I hope you like it too.

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Shrimpy Crappies

The combination of freshwater fish and saltwater shrimp go together like families and fishing.

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November 2007 Columns

Smothered Fish

The first time I made this recipe was at a family fishing resort where the cabins had their own kitchens. When the troops came in from a long day on the water, the dish disappeared faster than a big northern can break 2-pound line. I promise your family will enjoy it just as much

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Low Fat Salmon Fruit Salad

Eating heart-smart doesn’t have to be boring.

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Sweet and Sour Pheasant

If you follow my recipes, you know that I try and keep the dishes simple yet delicious. Case in point: this sweet and sour pheasant. Your guests will think you slaved over it for hours, but we’ll keep the ease of preparing it our own little secret. I like to serve this one over a bed of wild rice.

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Venison Roll-Ups

Preparing bag lunches for the kids? Having friends over to watch a ball game and need some finger food? Whatever the occasion, you can’t beat the flavor and versatility of these roll-ups. They turn the rich taste of venison into a fiesta.

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