Beef & Pumpkin Stew
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1/2 cup brown rice
- 1/4 cup carrots, finely diced
- 1/4 cup green beans, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces.
- Drain excess fat from the beef, then return to the pot.
- Add the beef broth, brown rice, carrots, and green beans. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until rice is tender and vegetables are soft.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Allow to cool completely before serving. Store in the refrigerator.
💊 Required Supplements
Add per 1 cup of food: 1/4 tsp calcium carbonate (for bone health), 1/8 tsp iodized salt (trace minerals), 1000mg fish oil (omega-3 fatty acids), 1/4 tsp potassium chloride (electrolyte balance), and a senior-specific multivitamin as per manufacturer's instructions.
Nutritional Analysis
1 cup (for 25lb senior dog)| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 26g (32% DM) |
| Fat | 14g (18% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 36g (42% DM) |
| Fiber | 6g (8% DM) |
| Moisture | 70% |
| Calcium | 1.1% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.8% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.4:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Always serve at room temperature to protect sensitive senior dog stomachs. Discard any uneaten food after 2 hours at room temperature.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute pumpkin with pumpkin pie filling (contains toxic spices and excess sugar). Avoid substituting beef with fattier meats as this can trigger pancreatitis in seniors. Do not replace brown rice with white rice or skip calcium supplementation, as the recipe is calcium-deficient without it.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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