Recipes for Dry Dog Food

Safe ways to use dry dog food past its expiration date

Dog Food Crunchy Granola Bars

Dog Food Crunchy Granola Bars

Transform expired dry dog food into crunchy granola bars that your dog will love.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
25 minutes
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired dry dog food
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup chopped almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the dry dog food, honey, peanut butter, dried cranberries, shredded coconut, and chopped almonds.
  3. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly to create an even layer.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
  5. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into bars.
  6. Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Dog Food Stir-Fry

Dog Food Stir-Fry

Turn expired dry dog food into a flavorful stir-fry for your furry friend.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired dry dog food
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the expired dry dog food and stir-fry for 5 minutes until slightly golden.
  3. Add the mixed vegetables and continue stir-frying for another 5 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
  5. Pour the sauce over the stir-fry and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool before serving to your dog.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Dry Dog Food Waffles

Dry Dog Food Waffles

Turn expired dry dog food into nutritious waffles for your pet.

Prep time:
20 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of expired dry dog food
  • 1 cup of water
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup of peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your waffle iron.
  2. Blend the dry dog food into a fine powder.
  3. Mix the powdered dog food with water, eggs and peanut butter until it becomes a smooth batter.
  4. Pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown.
  5. Allow the waffles to cool before serving to your pet.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Dog Food Casserole

Dog Food Casserole

Transform expired dry dog food into a delicious casserole for your furry friend.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dry dog food
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine dry dog food, chicken broth, and mixed vegetables.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and spread it evenly.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the dog food is soft and the vegetables are cooked through.
  5. Allow it to cool before serving it to your dog.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Dog Food Meatballs

Dog Food Meatballs

Turn expired dry dog food into tasty meatballs for your furry friend.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
25 minutes
Servings:
20

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired dry dog food
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the dry dog food and chicken broth. Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the dog food to soften.
  3. Add the grated carrots, chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese, whole wheat flour, egg, and olive oil to the bowl. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
  6. Allow the meatballs to cool completely before serving them to your dog. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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