Name: Bear Pot Roast with Root Vegetables
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 h
Total time: 5 h 20 min
Yield: 10-12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5-6 lbs bear chuck roast; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 large onions, quartered; 8 carrots, cut in 3" pieces; 8 potatoes, quartered; 6 celery stalks, cut in 3" pieces; 8 cloves garlic, smashed; 3 tbsp tomato paste; 1 cup red wine; 3 cups beef stock; 3 bay leaves; 2 tbsp fresh thyme

Experience black bear at its finest with this slow-roasted recipe. The key is oven roasting, which ensures tender, juicy meat with a beautiful caramelized exterior every time you make it.

American comfort meets wilderness protein

Comfort Food Evolution This preparation transforms bear into classic American comfort food, using traditional pot roast techniques adapted for game meat's unique characteristics.

Ingredients (Serves 10-12)

5-6 lbs bear chuck roast
3 tbsp vegetable oil
2 large onions, quartered
8 carrots, cut in 3" pieces
8 potatoes, quartered
6 celery stalks, cut in 3" pieces
8 cloves garlic, smashed
3 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup red wine
3 cups beef stock
3 bay leaves
2 tbsp fresh thyme

American Pot Roast Method

Foundation Building: Brown the roast on all sides in a heavy Dutch oven. Take your time for good color.
Vegetable Base: Add aromatic vegetables and cook until beginning to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes.
Braising Liquid: Stir in tomato paste, then add stock and wine. Cover and braise at 300°F until fork-tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.