Beef & Pumpkin Stew
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup carrots, diced
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces, about 5-7 minutes
- Drain excess fat from the beef and return to pot
- Add beef broth, brown rice, sweet potato, carrots, and green beans to the pot
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes
- Stir in pumpkin puree and continue simmering uncovered for 10 minutes until thickened
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely to room temperature before serving
- Portion into daily servings and store in refrigerator
💊 Required Supplements
Add per 4 cups of finished food: 1/2 teaspoon calcium carbonate powder (for bone health), 1/4 teaspoon iodized salt (for thyroid support), 1 fish oil capsule (1000mg, pierced and squeezed in, for omega-3 fatty acids), and 1/2 teaspoon zinc supplement powder (for immune support). Mix thoroughly into each serving.
Nutritional Analysis
1 cup (for 25lb senior dog)| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 26g (32% DM) |
| Fat | 14g (16% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 34g (40% DM) |
| Fiber | 6g (8% DM) |
| Moisture | 74% |
| Calcium | 1.1% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.85% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.3:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Store in airtight containers in refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Always serve at room temperature. Discard any food left out for more than 2 hours. Wash hands and all utensils after handling.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do NOT substitute pumpkin with pumpkin pie filling (contains toxic xylitol and spices). Do not replace beef with higher fat cuts as this may trigger pancreatitis in senior dogs. Avoid onion, garlic, grapes, raisins, macadamia nuts, chocolate, or xylitol in any variation. Sweet potato cannot be replaced with white potato due to different glycemic impact. Consult your veterinarian before adding any new ingredients.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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