Cooking for Your Dog

What will your dog be doing this Thanksgiving?  Will he be sunbathing on the back porch as you and your guests gather inside? Will he be chasing the cat around the living room, knocking over plants and lamps?  Or will he be patiently waiting under the dining table for any food scraps that might drop?   Whatever he is doing, this is the time of year to reflect and give thanks for the blessings in our lives, including our four-legged family members.  That faithful companion in the house is truly a blessing, no matter what mischief he may get into or how disobedient he can be at times.  So why not thank him for his service to your family by making him a Thanksgiving feast as well.

 No need to buy an extra turkey and can of yams, this simple recipe from Rachel Ray uses items you’ll be serving for your human Thanksgiving meal.  This recipe also makes two servings so you can save a little for later.  

 

Ingredients:

1 cup shredded roasted turkey meat

¼ cup breadcrumbs

1 large egg, beaten

½ sweet potato--baked, skin discarded and potato coarsely chopped

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 tablespoons cranberry sauce

 

Directions:

1.     In a medium bowl, combine the turkey and breadcrumbs. Gently mix with your hands, then mix in the egg and sweet potato. 

2.     Shape into two 1/2 inch-thick patties

3.     In a medium skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.  Add the patties and cook, turning once, for about 5 minutes or until golden brown.

4.     Place the patties on a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool. 

5.     Top with cranberry sauce and let your dog enjoy!

 

From our pack to yours, have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!