Beef & Pumpkin Stew
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1/2 cup brown rice
- 1 medium sweet potato, diced
- 1 cup chopped green beans
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
- Add the beef broth, brown rice, and diced sweet potato. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, green beans, olive oil, and turmeric. Cook for an additional 10 minutes until vegetables are tender and rice is fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely to room temperature before serving.
- Portion into individual servings based on your dog's weight and store appropriately.
💊 Required Supplements
Add per 4 cups of prepared food: 1/2 teaspoon calcium carbonate powder (or 1,000mg calcium), 1/4 teaspoon iodized salt, 1 fish oil capsule (1,000mg EPA/DHA), 1/2 teaspoon zinc gluconate (15mg), and 1/4 teaspoon vitamin E (100 IU). Mix thoroughly into cooled food before serving.
Nutritional Analysis
1 cup (for 25lb dog)| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 24g (32% DM) |
| Fat | 14g (18% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 32g (42% DM) |
| Fiber | 6g (8% DM) |
| Moisture | 70% |
| Calcium | 1.1% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.85% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.3:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator. Always serve at room temperature—never microwave. Discard any uneaten food after 2 hours. Wash hands and all surfaces thoroughly after handling raw meat.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute pumpkin with pumpkin pie filling (contains toxic xylitol and excess sugar). Avoid replacing beef broth with regular broth (excess sodium). Do not use white rice as sole grain substitute without adjusting cooking time. Never add onions, garlic, or grapes—these are toxic to dogs. Consult your veterinarian before making any ingredient changes, as senior dogs have specific nutritional requirements.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
Share this recipe