Exploring the Art of Sausage Making: An In-Depth Discussion with Christopher Kyer In this episode of the Okayest Cook Podcast, host Chris Whonsetler engages in a lively and in-depth conversation with his guest, Christopher Kyer, a seasoned sausage maker. The discussion kicks off with the duo sharing snacks and setting the scene in Kyer’s kitchen. They delve into various aspects of sausage making, from the importance of keeping equipment cold to the nuances of grinding meat properly. They also touch on the significance of mixing times, the intricacies of using different casings, the critical role of salt measurements and the importance of proper cooking technique. Kyer emphasizes the value of hands-on learning and shares personal tips and anecdotes, including a unique pheasant and mushroom sausage recipe. The episode is packed with tips for both novice and experienced sausage makers, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the craft. ~ Support Okayest Cook by shopping with our favorite brands ~ Anova: We love their Precision Cooker 3.0 & vac sealers - https://bit.ly/3WT36ZR MEAT!: Powerful meat grinders - https://bit.ly/4ho5a4r Hedley & Bennett: Quality Aprons - https://hedley-and-bennett.sjv.io/EEzBq2 Yeti: The king of coolers - https://yetius.pxf.io/a1NJXq Lodge: Cast Iron cooking - https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/zxe7dr ~ 00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 00:33 Welcome to the Okayest Cook Podcast 01:08 Cooking and Snacking in the Kitchen 01:45 Newsletter and Recipe of the Week 02:53 Notable Meals and Venison Shank Irish Stew 03:46 Wild Boar Ragu and Hunting Stories 10:01 Sausage Making Adventures 29:51 The Art of Sausage Making 30:16 Pheasant Mushroom Sausage Recipe 31:56 The Importance of Texture in Sausages 36:43 Grinding Techniques and Emulsification 46:36 Tips for Making Perfect Sausages 57:04 Cooking Sausages to Perfection 59:01 Heating the Skillet and Cooking Sausages 59:31 Importance of Resting Sausages 59:56 Avoiding Common Sausage Cooking Mistakes 01:00:50 Grandmother's Sausage Cooking Tips 01:01:38 The Art of Browning Sausages 01:02:32 Sausage Making as a Craft 01:04:22 Learning from Butchers and Classes 01:06:04 Processing Your Own Meat 01:08:20 Using All Parts of the Animal 01:09:11 Experimenting with Sausage Ingredients 01:14:18 Balancing Venison and Pork in Sausages 01:16:36 Reference Materials for Sausage Making 01:25:18 Final Thoughts and Tips Find Christopher: Web:  Social: https://www.instagram.com/honest_omnivore/ Web: https://thehonestomnivore.wordpress.com/ Mentioned in Episode:  Hank Shaw Venison Brat Recipe: https://honest-food.net/venison-bratwurst-recipe/ Pheasant Sausage: https://thehonestomnivore.wordpress.com/2020/02/20/a-pheasant-sausage-with-mushrooms/ Kielbasa: https://thehonestomnivore.wordpress.com/2024/03/20/wild-game-kielbasa/ More at https://OkayestCook.com Sign up for our Second Helpings newsletter: https://OkayestCook.com/subscribe Connect with us on Instagram @Okayest_Cook And facebook.com/AnOkayestCook Video feed on YouTube.com/@OkayestCook Crew:  Chris Whonsetler Email: Chris@OkayestCook.com Web: ChrisWhonsetler.com Instagram: @FromFieldToTable & @WhonPhoto