Meals

With nicknames like the “dryland fish” and the “hickory chicken”, the Morel reigns as the Midwestern king of all appetizers. While other parts of the world may indulge in escargot and calamari, the Midwest has the Morel Mushroom. If you are asking yourself, “Are Morels really that fancy?”  Investigate a little deeper and you will see...
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Many traditions reside in the Midwest and often revolve around the kitchen. For Norwegian descendants in the northern Midwest there is no tastier tradition than preparing and enjoying a serving of lefse. This traditional potato based flatbread is simple to make and can be enjoyed as a post supper snack or a sweet start...
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“Ask any Wisconsinite what is on the menu on Friday night and the answer is most likely going to be some kind of fish. Growing up in a smaller sized Midwestern town in Wisconsin, I became accustomed to Friday night eateries and the battered delicacies which were served in small wicker baskets. Perch, cod, or whitefish, beer battered with a side order of American fries and...
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A Midwestern Gentleman is a carnivore. He indulges in fine meats, state fair favorites and wild game, sometimes in the same day. The mighty bovine is respected in the Heartland, a respect immortalized in Salem Sue. Standing a staggering 38 ft. tall and 50 ft. long the statue of the Holstein overlooks an area...
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Not feeling your best? With the shortest days of the year upon us have you fallen victim to a general winter induced malaise? Here at MWG we feel your pain. Less sunlight means less vitamin D for your body. A vitamin D deficiency must be addressed by the mindful Midwestern Gentleman. Supplemental vitamins you...
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We had a request for a venison chili recipe and we wanted to make sure we supplied you with the right one. Anyone can chop up some venison, open up a can of Hormel and wallah! For a Midwestern Gentleman, a real meal calls for a real recipe so today we bring you Drunk...
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