I agree, butchering your own deer really adds to the whole experience, and you can do it exactly how you want to. I grind my own hamburg, nothing added - I like it best that way. I' m also trying to find a good sausage recipe. I' ve seen a few but it' s hard to tell which I would prefer. I' m not interested in making links, just hamburg with spices added. Tried some a couple years ago and I was really impressed!