Elk Meatballs in Tomato Ragù

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground elk
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• Olive oil, for browning
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• ¼ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• ½ cup dry red wine (or beef broth)
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 1 tsp dried basil or Italian seasoning
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish