Deuteronomy 12:23-25 New Living Translation (NLT)

23. But never consume the blood, for the blood is the life, and you must not consume the lifeblood with the meat.

24. Instead, pour out the blood on the ground like water.

25. Do not consume the blood, so that all may go well with you and your children after you, because you will be doing what pleases the lord.

Deuteronomy 12