2 lb. ground deer or venison
5 eggs
2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp. bread crumbs
1 tsp. sweet basil
2 cloves garlic, chopped fine
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
Shortening

Combine all ingredients except shortening; mix well. Shape mixture into balls about 2 inches in diameter. Fry in hot shortening until brown on all sides and well done. Serve with catsup or gravy.