Venison Stroganoff

Directions

1. 1
   Cut venison into 1 1/2 x 1/2-inch strips; place in deep plate. Sprinkle with lemon juice, oil and pepper.
2. 2
   Cover; let stand 30 minutes.
3. 3
   Fry onion in butter until golden brown.
4. 4
   Remove; add meat.
5. 5
   Fry over high heat, turning often.
6. 6
   Add mushrooms, if desired.
7. 7
   Mix flour, sour cream, tomato puree and salt; pour over heat.
8. 8
   Simmer over low fire until sauce is thick and meat is tender, about 10 minutes or longer, if desired.
9. 9
   (After meat is browned, this may all be added to crock-pot and simmered on low rather than cooking on stove, if desired.)