Roast Shoulder of Venison - Serves 4

A roast shoulder is one of the sweetest roasting cuts and also the cheapest. The roe shoulder is small and will feed only 2-3 people but the fallow will feed 4 people easily.

Ingredients

1 fallow shoulder
Basic marinade
1 clove garlic
1 dessert spoon fresh chopped thyme
1 dessert spoon fresh chopped lemon balm
50g/2oz unsalted butter
Grated rind from 1 lemon

Method

Pre-heat oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4

1. Marinade the shoulder overnight.
2. Place onto a square of oiled foil, sprinkle over the herbs, garlic and lemon rind and dot with butter. Season well and wrap in a loose parcel. Roast for about 1 hour.
3. Serve with new potatoes and a selection of summer vegetables.

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