Braised Bear Steak - cooking recipe

Ingredients

flour
salt and pepper
thyme
bear steak (3 inches thick)
1 c. sliced onions
4 Tbsp. bacon fat
1 1/2 c. broth
1 c. red wine
2 Tbsp. tomato paste

Preparation

Pound flour and seasonings into the steak with edge of plate or a meat pounder.
Brown onions in bacon fat and add meat.
Brown well on all sides.
Add part of the broth and wine; bring to a boil.
Cook briskly for 5 minutes.
Turn the steak, reduce the heat and cover the pan.
Simmer for 1 1/2 hours, adding more liquid if necessary.
When steak is tender, remove it to a hot platter.
Add the tomato paste and additional liquid if needed to pan juices to make a smooth sauce.
Taste for seasoning and pour over the steak.
Surround with boiled potatoes, garnish with parsley and serve with sauteed mushrooms.