Senior Joint Support Stew
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped green beans
- 1/2 cup chopped sweet potato (peeled)
- 1/4 cup fresh or frozen peas
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (no onion or garlic)
- 1/4 cup plain canned pumpkin (not pie filling)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until fully browned, breaking it into small pieces.
- Add carrots, sweet potato, and green beans. Sauté for 5 minutes to soften slightly.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in cooked brown rice, peas, pumpkin, ground flaxseed, and turmeric. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before serving. Ensure no bones or gristle remain.
💊 Required Supplements
Add the following supplements per 2 cups of prepared stew: 250 mg glucosamine HCl, 200 mg chondroitin sulfate, 100 mg methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), and 1/4 tsp powdered green-lipped mussel (approx. 125 mg). Always mix supplements thoroughly into cooled food to avoid nutrient degradation.
Nutritional Analysis
1.5 cups (for a 30lb senior dog)| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 26g (32% DM) |
| Fat | 10g (13% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 36g (45% DM) |
| Fiber | 5g (6% DM) |
| Moisture | 74% |
| Calcium | 0.8% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.7% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.1:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen portions in the refrigerator overnight. Always wash hands, utensils, and surfaces after handling raw meat. Do not add onions, garlic, grapes, raisins, or xylitol.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute ground turkey with fatty meats like beef or pork without adjusting fat content. Avoid replacing brown rice with high-oxalate vegetables like spinach. Turmeric should not be replaced with curry powder, which may contain unsafe additives.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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