Roasted Venison with Smoked Garlic ( SERVES 4 )  Roasted Venison
with Smoked Garlic  Regional Newspapers 24/5/2012   Ratings: 5.0
/ 5 FROM 1      1. Preheat the oven to 200 degC.   2. Remove the
cloves from the garlic bulb and peel.   3. Combine in a small
roasting pan with the shallots, one tablespoon of the olive oil
and freshly ground black pepper.   4. Place in the oven for five
minutes.   5. Meanwhile, brush the venison with olive oil.
Sprinkle with black pepper and thyme leaves.   6. Place the
venison on the garlic and shallots and roast for 15 minutes. Add
the peppers.   7. Continue roasting for 10 minutes. Remove,
cover with foil and rest for five minutes before slicing and
serving.   8. Meanwhile, boil the ingredients for the jus
rapidly, until reduced by half. Strain and serve with the
venison.