One Pot Creamy Venison Tuscan Pasta
A one pot wild game meal fit for a family who loves easy meals doesn’t want to sacrifice flavor.
If you’re looking for a comforting, flavorful, and easy dinner, this One Pot Creamy Tuscan Venison Pasta checks all the boxes. With the richness of sun-dried tomatoes, the creaminess of Parmesan, and the heartiness of ground venison, this dish delivers bold flavors while keeping cleanup minimal. The best part? Everything cooks in a single pot, making it perfect for busy weeknights or hassle-free camping meals.
This recipe takes inspiration from classic Tuscan-style pasta dishes, swapping out traditional proteins for ground venison. Venison adds a lean, earthy flavor that pairs beautifully with the creamy sauce and savory spices. Combined with garlic, onion, and Italian herbs, every bite is hearty, comforting, and packed with depth.
Cooking pasta directly in the broth and milk not only saves time but also infuses the noodles with flavor while creating a naturally creamy sauce. The addition of spinach at the end provides a pop of color, freshness, and extra nutrition, balancing out the richness of the dish. Finally, a generous handful of Parmesan ties it all together, giving it that perfect cheesy finish.
This dish isn’t just delicious at home—it’s also camping-friendly. By pre-mixing your dry seasonings in a small baggie and pre-grating Parmesan, you can pack everything efficiently for the trip. When you’re ready to cook, all you need is one pot or skillet over your camp stove or fire, making cleanup quick and easy.
Whether you’re cooking dinner after a long day in the woods, feeding the family on a weeknight, or looking to impress friends with a wild game meal, this creamy Tuscan pasta will quickly become a go-to recipe. It’s hearty, flavorful, and a little bit indulgent—the perfect way to showcase venison in a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish.
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This One Pot Creamy Tuscan Venison Pasta is a rich and hearty wild game recipe made with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Quick enough for a weeknight dinner but flavorful enough to impress, this creamy venison pasta is the perfect comfort food with a wild game twist.
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- 1lb ground venison
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tsp garlic powder, divided
- 2 tsp onion powder, divided
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning, divided
- 1 tsp paprika, divided
- 1 tsp salt, divided
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp oil from sun-dried tomatoes
- 12 oz Campanelle pasta (or Rotini, Penne, or Shells)
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups spinach, packed
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a deep skillet or pot, add in one tablespoon of butter and allow to melt. Add venison and cook ground venison and diced onion over medium-high heat. Break it into small pieces and cook for 5 minutes. Season with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Add remaining butter, then garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, oil from the tomatoes, and tomato paste. Cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in uncooked pasta, beef broth, milk, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and 1 1/2 tsp salt. Spread pasta evenly in the pot.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes on medium-low heat (stir as needed).
- Stir in spinach until wilted. Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese. Serve with additional Parmesan on side if desired and enjoy!
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