Bear Chili with Three Beans

1. Meat Browning:

   • Brown bear meat in batches
   • Fat rendering: Bear's natural fat creates rich base
   • Color development: Deep browning essential

2. Spice Foundation:

   • Sauté aromatics with spices until fragrant
   • Blooming: Releases essential oils from spices
   • Heat control: Don't burn delicate spices

3. Building Process:

   • Add tomato paste, cook until darkened
   • Complexity: Each layer adds depth
   • Liquid integration: Stock and tomatoes create base

4. Long Simmering:

   • Simmer 3-4 hours for full flavor development
   • Chocolate finish: Adds richness and depth
   • Thickening: Masa harina creates proper consistency

Service: With cornbread, sour cream, cheese Make-ahead: Improves overnight, freezes well