Beef & Pumpkin Stew
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1/2 cup brown rice
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped green beans
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces, about 5-7 minutes
- Drain excess fat and return beef to pot
- Add beef broth and bring to a simmer
- Stir in brown rice, reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 20 minutes
- Add diced carrots and green beans, cook for 10 more minutes until vegetables are tender
- Remove from heat and stir in pumpkin puree and olive oil
- Let cool completely before serving
- Garnish with fresh parsley
💊 Required Supplements
Add per 1 cup serving: 1/4 tsp calcium carbonate powder (provides ~400mg calcium), 1/8 tsp iodized salt, 100 IU vitamin E (from capsule), 50mg vitamin B-complex, 250mg fish oil (providing ~150mg EPA/DHA). Mix supplements into food after cooling.
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. Always serve at room temperature or slightly warm. Wash hands and all surfaces after handling raw meat. Discard any uneaten food after 2 hours at room temperature.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute pumpkin with pumpkin pie filling (contains toxic spices). Avoid onion, garlic, or excessive salt. Do not replace beef broth with regular broth containing onion powder. Consult your veterinarian before making any ingredient substitutions, as senior dogs may have specific dietary restrictions.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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