Cooking Adventures at the BHA Rendezvous: Interview with Jordan Linger

In this episode of the Okayest Cook Podcast, host Chris Whonsetler chats with guest Jordan Linger about their experiences at the BHA Rendezvous, an annual event for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. Jordan shares insights on the Wild Game Cookoff, discussing his North Carolina-inspired dishes and the cooking techniques he used with jet boil stoves. The conversation covers a variety of topics including hunting stories, the challenges of cooking for competitions, and future outdoor adventures. Listeners also get tips on participating in the Wild Game Cookoff, as well as Jordan’s favorite recipes like dove biscuits and gravy.

Find Jordan: 

Social: https://www.instagram.com/tie_dyeandcamo

BHA: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/Get-Involved/Chapters/north-carolina

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00:00 Introduction and Host's Update

01:07 Meet the Guest: Jordan Linger

01:32 Recent Culinary Adventures

05:06 Cooking Gear and Techniques

06:24 Jordan's Background and BHA Involvement

08:47 The Wild Game Cookoff Experience

10:47 Preparing for the Cookoff

14:03 Cooking Process and Challenges

31:31 Exploring Cooking Equipment Options

32:07 Camping Trip Cooking Experience

33:13 Cookoff Rules and Challenges

34:10 Judges' Feedback and Impressions

39:08 Unique Ingredients and Dishes

42:59 Future Hunting and Cooking Plans

47:46 Favorite Recipes and Cooking Tips

54:59 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts

Mentioned in Episode: 

Jet Boil Genesis Basecamp System: https://jetboil.johnsonoutdoors.com/us/shop/stoves-systems/genesis-basecamp-system

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