Hearty Burger Stew
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 pound millet or barley
- 1/2 pound spinach chopped
- 1/2 pound carrots chopped
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 tablespoons kelp powder
- 4-6 cups water
- chicken livers optional
Combine all of the ingredients in a stainless steel pot with enough water to cover.Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the carrots and barley are tender. Remove from the heat and let cool. With an electric hand mixer or a food processor and working in batches, blend all the ingredients. Using ziplock bags or plastic containes, make up meal-sized portions and freeze whatever you don't use in 3 to 4 days.
Here's what I do: I put the carrots and spinach in a food processor prior to cooking. I also put the chicken livers in the food processor too. This way the consistency of the food is more chunky than a puree. Also, I multiple this recipe x 6 and add 1.25 lbs. of chicken livers.
According to The Whole Pet Diet the serving size may vary depending on age, activity level, current health, weight, season and if you are adding this as a supplement to dry dog food, but here are some guidelines:
Dog's Weight Total Daily Portion
Up to 10 pounds 1 to 1 1/2 cups
11 to 20 pounds 2 to 3 cups
21 to 40 pounds 4 cups
For each additional 20 pounds, add 2 cups. Remember all pets are individuals so let your intuition and observations guide you.