Italian Venison Sandwiches

My slow cooker makes easy work of these hefty venison sandwiches. The meat always comes out tender and tasty.

—ANDREW HENSON MORRISON, IL

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PREP: 10 MIN. • COOK: 8 HOURS • MAKES: 10-12 SERVINGS

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2 cups water

1 envelope onion soup mix

1 tablespoon dried basil

1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules

¹/₂ teaspoon celery salt

¹/₄ teaspoon garlic powder

¹/₄ teaspoon cayenne pepper

¹/₄ teaspoon pepper

1 boneless venison roast (3 to 4 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes

10 to 12 sandwich rolls, split

Green pepper rings, optional

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first nine ingredients. Add venison and stir. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until meat is tender. Using a slotted spoon, spoon into rolls. Top with pepper rings if desired.