3 1/2 lb. shoulder of venison, cubed 2 inches
2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 qts. water
2 yellow onions, peeled & quartered
1 1/2 c. wild rice, washed in cold water

Place venison, water and onions in a large, heavy kettle and simmer uncovered for 3 hours or until venison is tender. Mix in salt, pepper and wild rice. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in mixture, then simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes more, or until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.