Roasted Venison Saddle Samuel Adams Chocolate Bock Mole

Directions

Yield: Serves 4

1. In a large saucepan, combine the bock, stock, apple, raisins, prunes, pumpkin seeds, almonds, honey, chiles, clove, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and immediately reduce the heat to medium. Cook at a gentle simmer for about 1 hour to give the flavors time to blend. Do not let the liquid boil after the first time. 
2. Using a slotted spoon, remove and discard the clove and cinnamon stick. Transfer the mole to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper and set aside. Reheat before serving, if necessary.
3. Heat a large sauté pan and when very hot, add the canola oil. Sear the venison steaks in the hot oil for about 5 minutes on the first side and then 6 minutes on the other side for medium-rare. At the last minute, add butter and thyme to the pan and baste the meat with the pan juices during the last minute or two of cooking. Remove the meat from the pan and set aside on a plate.
4. Spoon a puddle of mole on each of 4 serving plates and top with the venison. Serve right away.