Name: Mediterranean Bear Stew
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 lbs bear shoulder, cut in 2" cubes; 1/3 cup olive oil; 2 onions, diced; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup red wine; 1 can diced tomatoes; 2 cups beef stock; 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted; 2 tbsp capers; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried thyme; 2 bay leaves; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; *Mediterranean Method**; 1. **Browning Process**:; - Brown bear cubes in batches in olive oil; - **Color development**: Creates flavor foundation; - **Fat rendering**: Bear's natural fat enhances dish; 2. **Aromatics Base**:; - Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant; - **Mediterranean profile**: Olive oil, garlic foundation; - **Wine integration**: Deglazing captures browned bits; 3. **Stewing Assembly**:; - Add tomatoes, stock, herbs, seasonings; - **Slow cooking**: Simmer 2.5-3 hours covered; - **Safety**: Ensure 160°F internal temperature; 4. **Final Enrichment**:; - Add olives, capers last 30 minutes; - **Brightness**: Mediterranean flavors balance richness; - **Fresh herbs**: Parsley added before serving

Browning Process:
- Brown bear cubes in batches in olive oil
- Color development: Creates flavor foundation
- Fat rendering: Bear's natural fat enhances dish
Aromatics Base:
- Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant
- Mediterranean profile: Olive oil, garlic foundation
- Wine integration: Deglazing captures browned bits
Stewing Assembly:
- Add tomatoes, stock, herbs, seasonings
- Slow cooking: Simmer 2.5-3 hours covered
- Safety: Ensure 160°F internal temperature
Final Enrichment:
- Add olives, capers last 30 minutes
- Brightness: Mediterranean flavors balance richness
- Fresh herbs: Parsley added before serving

Service: With crusty bread, polenta, or pasta Wine: Italian or Greek reds, full-bodied Mediterranean wines

Mediterranean Bear Stew

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