Gift your furry companion a savory treat with this homemade dog food recipe. It brings together the hearty goodness of pan-browned beef with the nourishing flavors of veggies and whole-wheat pasta. Let's whip up a dish your pet will eagerly gobble down!
Complexity: ★★★☆☆
Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Cool Time: 1 hr Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
Makes: 8000 calories of food. Check the 'how much to feed' guide to determine how many days of food this will provide for your dog.
Ingredients:
4 lbs of ground beef, 85% lean
120 grams of canola oil
5 grams (or ml) of Nordic Naturals Omega-3 Pet Liquid
448 grams of whole-wheat pasta, dry
560 grams of raw pears, diced
168 grams of raw carrots, diced
232 grams of frozen, chopped broccoli
200 grams of fresh green beans, chopped
27 grams of Morton Iodized Salt
82 grams of Balance IT® Canine+ supplement
Tools:
Food scale
2 large pots
Large skillet
Cutting board and knife
Instructions:
Start by cooking the whole-wheat pasta. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles. Cook until browned and fully cooked through.
Introduce the diced carrots, chopped green beans, and frozen broccoli to the skillet. Stir occasionally until the vegetables are tender and thoroughly cooked.
Season the mixture with Morton Iodized Salt.
Turn off the heat and incorporate the diced pears, stirring well to mix.
Once the pasta and beef-veggie mixture are cooled, combine them in a spacious bowl.
Pour in the Nordic Naturals Omega-3 Pet Liquid and Balance IT® Canine supplement. Ensure you stir well for even distribution.
Divide the mixture into daily servings based on your dog's size and caloric needs. Use an airtight container for storage in the refrigerator or freezer.
Serve the day's portion, and watch as your canine companion delights in their tasty meal!
Tips and Notes:
It's crucial to wait for the food to cool adequately before adding the Omega-3 and Balance IT® Canine supplement to preserve the nutritional value.