Senior Joint Support Stew

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into small cubes
• 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, diced
• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups chopped kale
• 1 cup chopped green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons ground eggshell powder (for calcium)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the beef and chicken pieces, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add the sweet potatoes, turmeric, and ginger; stir to coat the meat and vegetables with the spices.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Add the brown rice and continue simmering for another 30 minutes, or until rice is tender.
5. Stir in the kale and green beans, cooking for an additional 10 minutes until vegetables are soft.
6. Remove from heat and let cool completely before serving.
7. Stir in the ground eggshell powder once cooled to preserve calcium content.
8. Portion into daily servings and refrigerate or freeze as needed.