Beef & Pumpkin Stew
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10)
- 1 cup canned pure pumpkin (not pie filling)
- 1/2 cup brown rice
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped green beans
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a large pot over medium heat, breaking into small pieces, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add beef broth, brown rice, and carrots. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 25 minutes.
- Stir in pumpkin and green beans. Continue simmering for 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Stir in olive oil and parsley.
- Portion into airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
💊 Required Supplements
Add per 1 cup serving: 500mg calcium carbonate (or 1/2 tsp ground eggshell), 200 IU vitamin E (1 capsule), 50mg fish oil (providing ~30mg EPA/DHA), and a complete canine vitamin-mineral supplement per manufacturer's weight-based instructions (e.g., 1/2 tablet of Balance IT Canine for a 25lb senior dog).
Nutritional Analysis
1 cup (for 25lb senior dog)| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 24g (32% DM) |
| Fat | 14g (18% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 32g (42% DM) |
| Fiber | 5g (6% DM) |
| Moisture | 70% |
| Calcium | 1.1% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.85% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.3:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Store in refrigerator at 40°F or below for up to 5 days. Freeze individual portions in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator. Always serve at room temperature—never microwave. Discard any uneaten food after 2 hours at room temperature. Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly after handling.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do NOT substitute pumpkin with pumpkin pie filling (contains toxic xylitol and excess sugar). Do NOT replace beef broth with regular broth (excess sodium). Do NOT use raw garlic or onion as additions (toxic to dogs). Do NOT swap brown rice for white rice without adjusting cooking time. Do NOT omit calcium supplementation—this recipe is calcium-deficient without it. Do NOT add salt, butter, or seasonings. Consult your veterinarian before making any ingredient substitutions, especially for dogs with kidney disease or beef allergies.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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