Vegetarian Dog Chowder

Mims & Squims's Note:

This is great for older less active dogs who could use the protein, but not the fat, of meat. And just to be clear, despite what one chef had to say about garlic, oil, and the lot, my vet had no problem with this recipe, says my dog benefits from it, and attributes her wonderful health at her old age in part to her diet. So choose carefully when it comes to your own dog and consult your vet if you are worried, but know that this is not the poisonous concoction some would have you believe.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 4 cups

• 2 small red potatoes, chopped
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 3 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
• 3/4 cup kidney bean, cooked
• 3/4 cup low-fat milk
• salt
• pepper

Directions:

1. Cook kidney beans & set aside.
2. Place potatoes in pot & cover with water. Bring to boil, then lower heat and cook for about fifteen minutes until soft and tender.
3. Remove potatoes from pot & reserve water.
4. In another large pot heat olive oil. Add the corn continue cooking 5 minutes.
5. Add beans and water from potatoes; bring to boil.
6. Reduce simmer until corn is tender.
7. Place potatoes & milk into blender & puree. Pour into soup.
8. Salt and pepper to taste.

Reviews

[wickedpetal]

Hi, Great stuff. talk to my vet and was instructed that the onion is a problem but as far as anything else she said to do as i would when changing J's diet with any new food do it gradual and watch your pet for warning signs. so talk to your vet and make an informed opinion for your self.

[Chef #863906]

Fellow Dog Lovers I hope everyone does their homework before using someone elses recipes. Dogs should never be fed garlic. They should also not be given olive oil, butter or animal fat renderings.

[Chef #472170]

Great recipe---and inexpensive too! Doggies loved it!