Bear Italiano - Bear Stew

Bear meat is a lean source of protein that is rich in flavor.

This recipe is filling and hearty, perfect for a cold winter dinner.

Bear meat is not widely available and may not be legal to hunt or sell in some areas.

The meat can be tough, and therefore the stew requires a longer cooking time.

Bear meat is a good source of protein and can be lower in fat than other commonly consumed meats.
It is high in vitamin B12, niacin, and iron.

	1 1/2 cups mushrooms
	1/2 cup red bell pepper
	2 tablespoons butter
	bear meat , cut into bite size pieces
	bear meat , cut into bite size pieces
	1 can stewed tomatoes
	1 can tomato sauce
	1 white onion , chopped
	3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
	2 -4 garlic cloves ( or minced )
	1 teaspoon basil
	1/4 teaspoon black pepper
	1/2 teaspoon oregano
	2 bay leaves
	3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
	serve over hot spaghetti

1.	In a large pot, melt the butter and then sauté the onions and garlic until they are translucent.
2.	Add the bite-sized bear meat pieces and cook until browned.
3.	Add the red bell pepper, mushrooms, stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, basil, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and oregano. Mix well.
4.	Add the bay leaves and simmer on low heat for at least 45-60 minutes.
5.	Remove the bay leaves and stir in the parmesan cheese.
6.	Serve hot over cooked spaghetti.

Bear Italiano – Bear Stew