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Ground Elk Stuffed Mushrooms - Elk Ridge Farm in Ramara, Ontario

Ground Elk Stuffed Mushrooms

These ground elk stuffed mushrooms are a savoury, bite-sized appetizer made with lean Canadian elk, garlic, herbs, and melted cheese. Perfect for entertaining, holiday gatherings, or easy weeknight snacks, this recipe highlights the rich flavour of premium elk meat in a simple and delicious way.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Canadian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
🥩 Filling:
  • 1 lb ground elk
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
🍄 Base:
  • 12 large mushrooms stems removed
🧀 Topping:
  • ½ cup shredded cheese

Method
 

Instructions
    Preheat:
    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Cook Filling:
    1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened.
    2. Add garlic and chopped mushroom stems; cook 2–3 minutes.
    Add Elk:
    1. Add ground elk, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned.
    Stuff Mushrooms:
    1. Fill mushroom caps evenly with the elk mixture.
    Add Cheese:
    1. Top each mushroom with shredded cheese.
    Bake:
    1. Bake for 18–20 minutes until mushrooms are tender and cheese is melted and golden.

    Notes

    Elk is naturally lean, so avoid overcooking the filling. These stuffed mushrooms are perfect as an appetizer or side dish and pair well with simple dips or sauces.
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