Recipes
Bear Stew with Root Vegetables
This Maine black bear stew is a hearty, slow-cooked dish featuring tender black bear meat and earthy root vegetables.
This Maine black bear stew is a hearty, slow-cooked dish featuring tender black bear meat and earthy root vegetables. Reflecting the traditions of the North, this recipe is perfect for cold evenings and showcases the robust flavors of wild game.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
Ingredients
- 2 lbs black bear stew meat, cubed
- 1 onion, chopped (garden or locally grown)
- 3 carrots, chopped (garden or locally grown)
- 2 potatoes, diced (garden or locally grown)
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season black bear meat with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot and brown the meat.
- Add onions, carrots, and potatoes, cooking until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste and beef stock, then simmer for 2 hours.
- Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.