Home-Cooked Recipe for Charlie

This ≈9 lb batch provides ~50% protein, suitable for a 48 lb, high-activity Kishu Ken with heart murmur and pancreatitis.

Ingredients

• Protein (≈4.5 lbs; ~50%):
  • 4.5 lbs boneless Fresh Meat Beef, diced
• Fats:
  • 2 oz coconut oil
• Vegetables & Grains (≈4.5 lbs):
  • Carrots: 1.5 lbs
  • Broccoli: 1.5 lbs
  • Zucchini: 1 lb
  • Quinoa: .3 lbs
  • Rice: .5 lbs
• Herbs:
  • 1 tsp hawthorn (supports heart health)
  • 1 tsp dandelion root (supports pancreas health)
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric (start with small amount and increase to this recommended amount)

Daily Feeding Amounts

• Feed approximately 1.2 to 1.44 pounds per day

Nutritional Information (per ≈1.2–1.44 lbs daily serving)

• Fiber: ≈5g
• Fat: ≈30g
• Protein: ≈60g
• Calories: ≈700 kcal

Approach A – Stove (≈45 min)

1. Prep Ingredients. Wash all vegetables and herbs. Dice carrots, broccoli, and zucchini.
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 quinoa and 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 carrots, broccoli, and zucchini until tender (≈15 min). Drain and cool.
5. Combine & Mix. In a large bowl, combine cooked beef, quinoa, rice, and vegetables. Add herbs 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 carrots, broccoli, and zucchini. Cook on high for 15 minutes. Drain and cool.
4. Combine all ingredients in a stand mixer bowl. Add beef, quinoa, rice, 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.