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Ultimate Pet Nutrition Recipe

Ultimate Pet Nutrition Recipe: Wholesome Homemade Goodness for Your Dog

Embarking on the journey of preparing your own dog food can be incredibly rewarding, and our Ultimate Pet Nutrition Recipe offers a delicious and healthy way to nourish your canine companion. This well-balanced homemade recipe is designed for adult dogs and is packed with essential nutrients to promote vitality and well-being.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course: Dog Food

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground Lean Chicken or Turkey
  • 1 cup Cooked Brown Rice
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Sweet Potato (mashed)
  • 1/4 cup Cooked Carrots (finely chopped)
  • 2 Tablespoons Peas (cooked)
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon (approx.) Nutritional Yeast Ensure it’s specifically for pets or plain nutritional yeast without added flavors.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large Bowl
  • Airtight containers
  • Freezer-safe bags or containers

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the 1 lb of ground lean chicken or turkey. Stir occasionally to break up the meat. Cook until there is no pink visible and the juices run clear, approximately 8–10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
    1 lb Ground Lean Chicken or Turkey
  2. While the meat is cooking, ensure your 1 cup of brown rice is fully cooked according to package directions. Mash 1/2 cup of cooked sweet potato until smooth. Finely chop 1/4 cup of cooked carrots and ensure your 2 tablespoons of peas are cooked.
    1 cup Cooked Brown Rice, 1/2 cup Cooked Sweet Potato (mashed), 1/4 cup Cooked Carrots (finely chopped), 2 Tablespoons Peas (cooked)
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked and drained ground meat, cooked brown rice, mashed sweet potato, chopped carrots, and peas.
    1 lb Ground Lean Chicken or Turkey, 1 cup Cooked Brown Rice, 1/2 cup Cooked Sweet Potato (mashed), 1/4 cup Cooked Carrots (finely chopped), 2 Tablespoons Peas (cooked)
  4. Drizzle in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle in approximately 1 teaspoon of nutritional yeast.
    1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon (approx.) Nutritional Yeast
  5. Gently stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined. Ensure the olive oil and nutritional yeast are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
    1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon (approx.) Nutritional Yeast
  6. Allow the Ultimate Pet Nutrition Recipe to cool down to room temperature before serving to your dog.

Notes

This recipe is formulated for adult dogs. Consult with your veterinarian before introducing any new food to your dog's diet.
Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Freeze portions for up to 2-3 months.
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