Molasses Seared Elk Loin

Name: Molasses Seared Elk Loin
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1/8 teaspoon star anise; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed, roasted; 1/2 teaspoon chamomile, whole; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, roasted; 1/2 orange peel, dried; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 tablespoon onion, granulated; 1/2 teaspoon garlic, granulated; 1 tablespoon red onion, diced; 1 tablespoon white onion, diced; 2 tablespoons green onion, diced; 2 tablespoons leek, diced; 2 tablespoons chives, diced; 3 cups milk; 3/4 cup polenta, yellow cornmeal; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3/4 cup shallots; 1 slice raw bacon, finely chopped; 4 tablespoons blackberry or raspberry liqueur; 3/4 cup blackberries, frozen; 1/3-ounce sage, fresh; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/3 cup dark corn syrup; 4 tablespoons raspberry vinegar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/2 cup water; 6 (6-ounce) elk loin medallions