Marinaded Deer Roast

Ingredients

8 lb deer roast
1/2 lb salt pork
1 c currant jelly
4 tb flour
1 tb brandy
4 c vinegar
4 c water
1 tb salt
2 tb pepper
3 garlic clove
3 bay leaves
1 ts allspice
1 ts thyme

Instructions

Mix all ingredients after brandy into marinade. Pour over roast and soak for at least 6-8 hours, turning several times. Before roasting punch several holes in the roast with a sharp knife. Insert salt pork with additional garlic, cloves. Cook at 325-350 degrees for 20-25 minutes per pound. Baste frequently with drippings and marinade. When tender, remove meat and keep warm while making gravy. GRAVY: In the roasting pan slowly melt 1 C currant jelly with drippings and marinade. Add flour mixed with water to thicken. When gravy is desired consistency, add 1 Tbsp brandy, stir well and serve. Suggestions: Use muscadine jelly for better tasting gravy.