Instant Pot Dog Food: Ground Turkey
Looking for a homemade, nutritious dog food recipe that can be made quickly and easily in an Instant Pot? Look no further than this delicious Turkey & Whole Wheat Macaroni Dog Food recipe from JustFoodForDogs. Made with ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and a special nutrient blend, this recipe is sure to keep your furry friend happy and healthy.
Ingredients
- 5 lbs Ground Turkey 85% lean/15% fat
- 2.5 oz Turkey Liver
- 2 lbs 8 oz Whole Wheat Macaroni
- 5 oz Carrots Finely chopped
- 5 oz Zucchini Finely chopped
- 5 oz Broccoli Finely chopped
- 2.5 oz Cranberries Fresh or frozen
- 5 tsp JustFoodForDogs Omega Oil
- 2 1/2 tbsp JustFoodForDogs Turkey & Whole Wheat Macaroni DIY Nutrient Blend
Instructions
Prep
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly.
- Finely chop or dice all vegetables.
Cook
- Add turkey, turkey liver, carrots, broccoli, and zucchini to the Instant Pot. Use the “Sautee” setting at 5 minutes with the lid removed to begin browning the turkey. Make sure to the stir the food in order to break up any larger chunks of meat. After 5 minutes, turn off Instant Pot.
- Add the macaroni and cranberries along with 3 cups of water. To avoid a “Burn Error,” be sure to mix well and scrape the bottom of the pot after adding water.
- Use the “Pressure Cook” setting on high for 5 minutes. Once the timer goes off, allow the mixture to naturally release pressure for 5 minutes before releasing manually.
- Once all ingredients are cooked thoroughly (soft to the touch), allow the food to cool.
- After it has completely cooled to the touch, place the food in a large mixing bowl and slowly sprinkle in the Turkey & Whole Wheat Macaroni DIY Nutrient Blend along with the oils required in the recipe. Mix these in thoroughly.
- Portion into individual serving sizes and store in the refrigerator or freezer. This recipe will remain fresh in your refrigerator for 3-5 days and up to one year in the freezer.
Notes
Tip: Use fresh fruits and vegetables whenever possible, but if 1 or 2 items must be frozen, make sure there are no added ingredients such as salt or sugar.