Aspen Provisions Elk Bolognese – A True Taste of the Rockies

16 oz – Serves 2

Crafted with pasture-raised elk from small family farms, our Elk Bolognese is a labor of love, made entirely by hand in Carbondale, Colorado. Unlike mass-produced sauces, we embrace old-world techniques and premium local ingredients to create a deeply flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth experience.

We do what most commercial makers wouldn’t dare:
✅ Elk as the #1 ingredient – rich in protein, naturally lean, and pasture-raised without hormones or additives.
✅ Searing meatballs to perfection – unlocking deep, savory notes through the Maillard reaction.
✅ Hand-mashed in white wine – tenderizing the elk for 20 minutes to achieve a delicate texture.
✅ Slow-braised for over 2 hours – ensuring rich, complex flavors and fork-tender meat.
✅ Locally sourced ingredients – featuring the best Colorado-made wine and pancetta.
✅ Hand-chopped vegetables & pancetta added at the end – so you can see and taste every ingredient.

Why Elk?

Elk has been a staple of the Roaring Fork Valley for thousands of years, sustaining the Ute people and their ancestors. Unlike factory-farmed meats, our elk is naturally raised without growth hormones, antibiotics, or chemical feed additives, making it a clean and sustainable protein choice.

About Aspen Provisions

We’re a family-run business on a mission to connect locals and visitors to the history, culture, and ecology of this region through great food experiences. Our small-batch, handcrafted approach ensures that every bite of our Elk Bolognese tells the story of Colorado’s heritage and natural abundance.

Bring home a 16 oz sauce home and taste the difference—because great food should be as wild and authentic as the land it comes from.

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