Bear Burgers with Mushroom Swiss
Juicy and flavorful ground meat perfection

Bear Burgers with Mushroom Swiss

Black Bear Recipe

4.2(154)

1Setup & Prepare

2Ingredients

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30 ingredients total16 with images3 with substitutions

3Cooking Instructions

  1. Meat Preparation:

    • Natural richness: Bear's marbling eliminates need for added fat
    • Gentle mixing: Don't overwork to maintain texture
    • Seasoning: Let meat's flavor shine through
  2. Mushroom Preparation:

    • Sauté mushrooms until golden brown
    • Moisture removal: Cook until liquid evaporates
    • Seasoning: Salt and pepper to taste
  3. Burger Formation:

    • Form patties with slight indentation in center
    • Size: Account for shrinkage during cooking
    • Thickness: 3/4" for optimal cooking
  4. Cooking Process:

    • Grill over medium-high heat
    • Safety: Cook to 160°F internal temperature
    • Cheese melting: Add Swiss cheese last 2 minutes

Assembly: With sautéed mushrooms, lettuce, tomato Service: With sweet potato fries or onion rings

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