Traditional Durham Cutlets

Mince cold roast meat (beef, lamb, or mutton) very finely.

Mix the meat with breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and just enough thick gravy to bind it together.

Shape the mixture into small, flat rounds, then taper one end to resemble a cutlet shape.

Insert a small piece of cooked macaroni into the tapered end to look like a cutlet bone.

Coat the cutlets in flour, then beaten egg, and finally breadcrumbs.

Deep-fry or pan-fry in hot lard or oil until crisp and golden brown.

Serve with a simple brown sauce or gravy.