Elk, Mince, in a 500g pack

Why not try:

• Elk Spaghetti Bolognese: Brown the elk mince in a large pan with olive oil, then add diced onion, carrot and garlic and cook until softened. Stir in chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, beef stock and Italian herbs, then simmer until the sauce has thickened. Serve with spaghetti and grated Parmesan.
• Elk Chilli Con Carne: Brown the elk mince in a large pan, then add diced onion, peppers and garlic and cook until softened. Stir in chilli powder, cumin and smoked paprika, followed by chopped tomatoes, kidney beans and beef stock. Simmer until the sauce has thickened and the flavours have developed. Serve with rice, grated cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips.
• Elk Cottage Pie: Brown the elk mince in a large pan, then add diced onion, carrots and peas and cook until softened. Stir in beef stock, tomato purée and Worcestershire sauce and simmer until the mixture has thickened. Transfer to an ovenproof dish, top with creamy mashed potato and bake until golden. Serve with seasonal vegetables.
• Elk Meatballs in Tomato Sauce: Combine elk mince with breadcrumbs, egg, garlic and Italian herbs, then shape into meatballs. Brown the meatballs in a hot skillet before adding a tomato and garlic sauce. Simmer until cooked through and serve with crusty bread, pasta or rice.
• Elk Lasagne: Brown the elk mince with diced onion and garlic, then add chopped tomatoes, tomato purée and Italian herbs and simmer until thickened. Layer the elk mixture with lasagne sheets and a creamy béchamel sauce in an ovenproof dish. Top with grated cheese and bake until golden and bubbling.