Big Bear Stew

Name: Big Bear Stew
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds bear meat; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 tablespoons margarine; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 1 cup beef broth; 4 leaf (blank)s bay leaves; 2 pounds red potatoes, diced; 1 pound fresh mushrooms; 5 carrot, (7-1/2")s carrots, sliced; 2 medium (blank)s turnips, cubed

Rating: 4.26 stars

19 Ratings
18 Reviews
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If you kill a bear, you better have something good to make out of it! This stew is delicious! Serve with a crusty bread!

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8 servings

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Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl combine flour, oregano, salt and pepper. Place bear meat in the bowl a little at a time and coat well.

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Step 2

Heat oil and butter in a large skillet. Fry the bear meat until browned. Let drain on paper towels.
Step 3

Fill a large Dutch oven with 2 to 3 quarts water. Add bear meat, onions, beef broth, bay leaves, potatoes, mushrooms carrots and turnips. Cook on medium-high heat for 2 to 3 hours. Add more water as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

585 calories; protein 51.2g 102% DV; carbohydrates 30.9g 10% DV; fat 28.1g 43% DV; cholesterolmg; sodium 617.7mg 25% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (18)

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DREGINEK

08/31/2003

I have been making this receipe for 5 years...when I was first introduced to bear meat! It is fantastic!! I have also altered the water ingrediant and used a can of cream of mushroom so that there is some "gravy" to pour all over. On occassion I have seen some people wrinkle their nose at the thought of eating bear meat but when I serve this they change their minds! Many times they can't even tell the difference! A stomach doesn't care as long as it's good and this is one of the best. Add/subtract you favorite veggies and enjoy!! Read More

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Most helpful critical review

06/29/2009

I'm sorry but I din't care for this! It was sooooo bland even after adding other spices. I added hot sauce to my bowl but my honey didn't and thought it was okay. I may make another attempt and add the cream of mushroom soup like some others did but I doubt it. Read More

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19 Ratings

5 star values: 10
4 star values: 7
3 star values: 0
2 star values: 1
1 star values: 1

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DREGINEK

08/31/2003

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ADDLEY

05/13/2003

this is a great recipe. i have been making alot of dishes with bear meat over the last 30 years. the meat is delicious!! Read More

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mismamac

02/19/2007

Good recipe. Although I didn't have access to bear meat I used stew meat. I also placed everything in a crock-pot and needless to say it was great!! This stew also freezes well!! I will make this again!! Read More

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Tom W

11/04/2005

This was great! I only used 2 quarts of water. I also added 3 stalks celery sliced and a can of cream of mushroom soup. Read More

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wisconsin dragonfly

07/15/2009

Daughter followed essence of the recipe... substituted corn for turnips as she didn't have any turnips. Came out extremely tender. Flavors are subtle. Will use for the rest of the bear meat in the freezer and will try with turnips. Also might add tomatoes to next batch. This recipe goes straight to my recipe box!! Read More

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recipes need gluten

04/05/2011

we liked this stew I fried the meat in a pot so when I added water it would get all the brown bits stuck in the pan. Since we were given this meat not harvested by us I was unsure how old it was and how it was prepared so I added 1 T of vinegar to the water. This tenderizes the meat while cooking and does not leave a vinegary taste. Also added the salt at the end. Read More

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OzsMom

01/23/2009

I added Guinness beer to the slow cooker. My husband loved it- I think I'm just not into bear meat though I want to because we have over ten pounds in the freezer! Read More

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Cooking 101

09/30/2006

Sorry guys I don't eat bear meat but did replace it with stew meat. This turned out wonderful even without bear meat. Thanks for sharing. Yummy Yummy Yummy. Read More

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edie

05/24/2010

My son caught his first bear with a bow and arrow.Your recipe is great thank you very much.Last year a friend gave us some bearmeat. I soaked it in the fridge overnight in a large bowl of milk.Takes the wild ness out of it for people who don't like the wildness. Works with deer too. Read More

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06/29/2009

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Nutritional Information

Big Bear Stew

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Calories: 584.6

% Daily Value *

protein: 102 %

carbohydrates: 10 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 19 %

sugars:

fat: 43 %

saturated fat: 8 %

cholesterol:

vitamin a iu: 156 %

niacin equivalents: 97 %

vitamin b6: 50 %

vitamin c: 35 %

folate: 16 %

calcium: 6 %

iron: 94 %

magnesium: 28 %

potassium: 38 %

sodium: 25 %

thiamin: 57 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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DREGINEK

08/31/2003

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ADDLEY

05/13/2003

this is a great recipe. i have been making alot of dishes with bear meat over the last 30 years. the meat is delicious!!

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mismamac

02/19/2007

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Tom W

11/04/2005

This was great! I only used 2 quarts of water. I also added 3 stalks celery sliced and a can of cream of mushroom soup.

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(13)

wisconsin dragonfly

07/15/2009

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recipes need gluten

04/05/2011

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OzsMom

01/23/2009

I added Guinness beer to the slow cooker. My husband loved it- I think I'm just not into bear meat though I want to because we have over ten pounds in the freezer!

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(8)

Cooking 101

09/30/2006

Sorry guys I don't eat bear meat but did replace it with stew meat. This turned out wonderful even without bear meat. Thanks for sharing. Yummy Yummy Yummy.

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edie

05/24/2010

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