FIVE WAYS

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Ways: Bison

photos and story by Allison Arthur

SNAKE RIVER BREWING: BISON CHILI 1

The twist: Get the best of both worlds with Wyoming bison and locally raised beef stewed in beans, tomatoes and spicy chiles, and topped with cheddar, green onions and pickled jalapeños. Why we love it: You can’t go wrong with this three-time winner of the Jackson Hole High Noon Chili Cook-Off. The melt-in-your-mouth cornbread served on the side is a bonus.

LOCAL: BISON TARTARE

The twist: Buffalo tenderloin is hand cut and mixed with capers, shallots, olive oil, lemon and black garlic aioli. Why we love it: You get to use a house-crisped kettle chip to scoop up the tender raw meat, and the game flavor really shines through.

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THE BLUE LION: BISON SHORT RIB

The twist: Bison short ribs are cooked to perfection at this longtime local restaurant. Why we love it: This modern presentation is served with creamy polenta, pickled onion, apple and a delectable rosemary crumble.

SNAKE RIVER ROASTING COMPANY: BISON BENEDICT

The twist: Bison is perfectly crafted into seasoned sausage patties and served on local focaccia with a sous-vide egg, hollandaise and crispy shallots. Why we love it: It starts your day out with something interesting and offers you a chance to try local coffee with this filling meal.

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JACKSON DRUG & ORIGINAL SODA FOUNTAIN: BISON BURGER

The twist: Local bison is topped with white cheddar and all the classics. Plus, get a choice of sides like Tater Tots, waffle fries or sweet potato fries. Why we love it: It offers all your favorite things about a burger but is made with local game meat. And, you can wash it down with a classic sundae or milkshake made with the restaurant’s own ice cream. Enjoy it at the soda fountain, a 100-year-old historical spot.