Recipe for Ground Elk Empanadas from Fossil Farms

Ingredients

• 1 pkg. Fossil Farms' Ground Elk Meat, 1 lb.
• 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tsp. minced shallot
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp. tomato paste
• ½ tsp. ground cumin
• ½ tsp. chili powder
• ¼ tsp. salt
• 2 tbsp. water
• ¾ cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 tbsp. minced fresh cilantro
• 1 large egg, beaten