Description
Homemade chew sticks made with lean ground beef and nutritious veggies, perfect for keeping your furry friend happy and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup carrots, finely chopped
- 1 cup spinach, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup beef broth (optional for moisture)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, chopped carrots, chopped spinach, and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add in the whole wheat flour, mixing until the mixture forms a dough. If the dough feels dry, add beef broth a little at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use a knife or cookie cutter to cut the dough into stick shapes.
- Place the chew sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the sticks are firm and cooked through.
- Allow to cool completely before offering them to your furry friend.
Notes
These chew sticks can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Alternatively, freeze leftovers for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dog Treat
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dog Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg