Home-Cooked Recipe for Charlie

This ≈9 lb batch provides ~50% protein, suitable for a 38.12 lb, low-activity Komondor with a heart murmur.

Ingredients

  • Protein (≈4.5 lbs; ~50%):
    • 4.5 lbs boneless Fresh Meat Beef, diced
  • Fats:
    • 2 oz coconut oil
  • Vegetables & Grains (≈4.5 lbs):
    • Broccoli: 2 lbs
    • Green Peas: 1 lb
    • Quinoa: 1 lb
    • Rice: 0.5 lbs
  • Herbs:
    • 1 tsp hawthorn (supports heart health)
    • 1/4 tsp turmeric (start with small amount and increase to recommended amount)

Daily Amount

  • Feed approximately .76 to 1.14 pounds per day

Approach A – Stove & Oven (≈45 min)

  1. Prep Ingredients. Wash all vegetables and herbs. Dice broccoli, rinse peas, and measure rice and quinoa.
  2. Cook the Protein. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add coconut oil and let it melt. Add diced beef in batches. Cook for 7–10 min until fully browned. Remove from heat.
  3. Boil Grains. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to boil. Stir in 1 cup of quinoa and 0.5 cup of rice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Fluff and cool.
  4. Steam Vegetables. Use a steamer basket or pot to steam broccoli and peas until tender (≈15 min). Drain and cool.
  5. Combine & Mix. In a large bowl, combine cooked beef, quinoa, rice, and vegetables. Add 1 tsp hawthorn and 1/4 tsp turmeric. Drizzle with remaining coconut oil and mix well.
  6. Portion & Store. Let cool. Store in airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Approach B – Specialized Equipment (≈35 min)

  1. Cook the Beef. In a skillet, melt coconut oil. Cook diced beef in batches until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
  2. Cook quinoa and rice using a rice cooker.
  3. Steam vegetables in the electric pressure cooker. Layer broccoli and peas. Cook on high for 15 minutes. Drain and cool.
  4. Combine all ingredients in a stand mixer bowl. Add rice, beef, quinoa, and vegetables. Mix until consistent.
  5. Transfer into food storage containers. Refrigerate for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Recommended Protein Guidelines

AAFCO recommends ≥18% crude protein for adult maintenance. This recipe provides ~50% protein. Protein content is high but dogs like meat.

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