Name: Homemade Dog Food Recipe for a Happy, Healthy Pup: Sadie’s Hearty Freezer Meal Plan Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: PT-490611H38M32S
Cuisine: Pet Nutrition
Ingredients: 6 lbs ground beef (drain fat); 5 lbs ground turkey (not drained); 1 cup quinoa; 12 oz bag frozen spinach; 12 oz bag frozen broccoli/cauliflower mix; 12 oz bag frozen cut green beans; 10 oz fresh shredded carrots; 2 medium yellow squash, chopped; 2 medium zucchini, chopped; 2 cups beef bone broth (homemade); 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted; 2 tbsp ground eggshells; ½ tsp ground turmeric; 4 shakes black pepper

Introduction

This homemade dog food recipe is designed to keep your pup happy and healthy with wholesome, nutrient-rich ingredients. Sadie’s Hearty Freezer Meal Plan combines meats, vegetables, and grains for a balanced, tasty meal your dog will love. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for batch cooking to save time.

The image shows a large metal tray filled with a cooked mixture of ground meat as the base layer, giving a crumbly texture in a brownish-gray color. Mixed within the meat are several thin strips of bright orange carrots evenly spread throughout. Scattered green beans cut into small pieces add pops of vivid green color throughout the dish. Small bits of yellow corn kernels are mixed in, adding more color contrast. The whole mixture has a moist but slightly crumbly texture typical of cooked ground meat with vegetables. The tray is placed on a white marbled surface, and a bright orange spoon is partially visible on the right side. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

6 lbs ground beef (drain fat)

5 lbs ground turkey (not drained)

1 cup quinoa

12 oz bag frozen spinach

12 oz bag frozen broccoli/cauliflower

12 oz bag frozen cut green beans

10 oz fresh shredded carrots

2 medium yellow squash, chopped

2 medium zucchini, chopped

2 cups beef bone broth (homemade)

2 tbsp ground eggshells

½ tsp ground turmeric

4 shakes black pepper

2 tbsp coconut oil, melted

Instructions

Step 1: Rinse quinoa well. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until water is absorbed. Set aside uncovered.

Step 2: In a large stock pot, lightly cook ground beef and drain the fat.

Step 3: Add ground turkey to the pot and cook thoroughly without draining.

Step 4: Return drained ground beef to the pot with the cooked turkey and stir to combine.

Step 5: Add bone broth to the meat mixture.

Step 6: Add cooked quinoa to the pot and stir.

Step 7: Add all vegetables: spinach, broccoli/cauliflower, green beans, carrots, squash, and zucchini.

Step 8: Mix in ground eggshells, turmeric, black pepper, and melted coconut oil.

Step 9: Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Step 10: Cover the pot and let simmer on low for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11: Turn off the heat and let sit covered for 30–60 minutes.

Step 12: Remove lid and stir occasionally while cooling.

Step 13: Portion 3 cups per quart-size zip-lock bag, flatten, and seal.

Step 14: Store 2 days’ worth in the fridge and freeze the rest.

Tips & Variations

Use homemade bone broth to boost flavor and nutrients, or substitute with low-sodium store-bought broth if needed.

For added variety, rotate in different protein sources like ground chicken or lamb.

Grind eggshells finely to ensure easy digestion and calcium absorption.

Always allow food to cool completely before serving or freezing to maintain quality.

FAQs

Can I substitute quinoa with rice or another grain?

Yes, you can substitute quinoa with cooked brown rice, oats, or barley. Make sure the grain is fully cooked and cooled before mixing it with other ingredients.

Is it safe to feed my dog turmeric?

Yes, turmeric in small amounts is safe and can have anti-inflammatory benefits for dogs. Stick to the recommended quantity in the recipe and consult your vet if your dog has any health conditions.