Dog Recipe Cookbook V5

Cooking with NC Sweetpotatoes Doggy Edition

Because Every Good Dog Deserves a Sweet(potato) Treat!

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Hey fur-iends! This isn’t just any old recipe book, it’s a tail-wagging treasure trove made just for pups (and the humans who love them). We know that every good boy and good girl deserves more than belly rubs and walkies – they deserve tasty treats made with real, wholesome North Carolina sweetpotatoes! Because dogs aren’t just our pets, they’re our companions, our adventure buddies, and often the best listeners we know. They bring endless joy, unconditional love, and a wagging tail that makes every day brighter. What better way to show them just how much they mean to us than by sharing something made with care, love, and a wholesome North Carolina sweetpotato or two? Inside these pages, you’ll dig up recipes that are drool-worthy, dog-safe, and oh-so simple to make. From paw-lickin’ cookies to pup-approved pancakes and even dog-gone delicious milkshakes, every recipe is packed with love and a sweet twist straight from the garden. So grab your apron, call your sous-chef pup into the kitchen, and get ready to whip up something that’ll have tails thumping and noses booping. Because when it comes to showing your furry friend how much you care, nothing says “I woof you” quite like a homemade sweetpotato snack!

TABLE OF CONTENTS Dog Food .............................................. Pancakes ............................................... Tartlets .................................................. Cookies .................................................. Milkshakes ............................................ Luna Cookies ........................................ Bundt Cake ...........................................

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Homemade Dog Food Recipe created for the NC Sweetpotato Commission by @lifeofdaxshepherd and his human, Tricia

WHAT YOU NEED: • 7 lbs. lean ground beef (90/10) • 4 cups brown rice • 4 cups water • 4-5 medium NC sweetpotatoes, peeled • 4-5 medium carrots • 1-1/2 cups fresh green beans

WHAT YOU DO: 1. Prepare rice per product instructions.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: • Rice steamer or Instant Pot • Food processor

(For instant pot, rinse rice in a fine mesh strainer until water runs clear. Combine rice and water and cook for 26 minutes on rice setting. When done, manually release pressure and let rice sit in covered pot for 20 more minutes.) 2. While rice is cooking, brown ground beef on stovetop and drain fat. 3. While beef is cooking: • Wash and chop vegetables and set green beans aside. • Combine sweetpotatoes and carrots in a pot and cover with water. • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and continue boiling for 6 minutes. • Add green beans and boil for another 4 minutes. • Carefully strain water from cooked vegetables. Set aside. 4. Allow all ingredients to cool. 5. Combine ingredients in a food processor in batches using: • 3 parts beef • 2 parts vegetables • 1 part rice (This will need to be done in several batches to avoid overcrowding the work bowl.) 6. Blend for 5-10 seconds until combined. 7. Portion out per your dog’s feeding guidelines. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for 2-3 months. 8. Boop your dog’s nose and tell them to enjoy!

Yield: 24 cups

Always consult with your veterinarian or nutritionist before changing your dog’s diet. They may also have helpful recommendations for adding supplements to balance the nutritional content for your dog’s needs.

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WHAT YOU NEED: • 1 ½ large NC sweetpotatoes • 1 cup oatmeal • 1 tbsp baking powder • 1 egg • ½ cup water • Whipped cream

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: • Food processor • Mixer

Pancakes Recipe created for the NC Sweetpotato Commission by @whiskeybear and his human, Blake

WHAT YOU DO: 1. Peel, cube, and boil sweetpotatoes until soft, about 25 minutes. Drain and set aside. (Make sure a fork can easily cut through them, which makes them better for whipping.) 2. Start with the oats in a food processor and puree into a powder. Place in a bowl. 3. Add baking powder and whisk together. Set aside. 4. In a separate bowl, beat sweetpotatoes with a mixer until creamy. 5. Add the egg and water to the sweetpotato mixture. Whisk until creamy. 6. Add the dry ingredients and mix. (Dough should be able to be rolled into a ball.) 7. Heat a skillet on the stove. 8. Roll and smash the pancake balls and place in the skillet. 9. Heat on medium for 4 minutes on each side. 10. Top with whipped cream and let your pup enjoy!

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WHAT YOU NEED: Crust • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour • 1 large egg • ¼ cup olive oil • ¼ cup water (more if too crumbly) Filling

• 1 large NC sweetpotato • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

Tartlets Recipe created for the NC Sweetpotato Commission by @whiskeybear and his human, Blake

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: • Cupcake/muffin pan

WHAT YOU DO: 1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Peel

sweetpotato and dice into 1-inch cubes. 2. Boil the cubes in pot for 15 minutes. Drain and set aside. 3. Combine all ingredients for the dog crust except for the water in a mixing bowl. 4. Slowly add the water until it reaches a dough consistency. 5. Press parts of the dough into a cupcake/muffin pan. 6. Bake at 350F for 10 minutes. 7. Place the boiled sweetpotatoes in a bowl. 8. Mash with Greek yogurt. 9. Spoon the sweetpotato mix into the crust shells. 10. Top with whipped cream. 11. Tell your dog he or she is a good boy or girl and let them enjoy their treat. 12. Take pictures and repeat!

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WHAT YOU NEED: • 1 cup mashed NC sweetpotatoes (about 1.5 sweetpotatoes) • 2 ½ cups whole wheat flour • 1 tsp baking soda • 2 eggs • Crushed dog treats

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: • Cookie scooper • Dog bone cookie cutter

WHAT YOU DO: 1. Peel sweetpotatoes and dice into 1-inch cubes. 2. Boil until soft, about 20 minutes. 3. Drain and mash. 4. Add the whole wheat flour, baking soda, mashed sweetpotatoes, and eggs to a bowl and combine. (Dough will be very thick.) 5. Take it out of the bowl and knead with your hands. 6. Sprinkle in your dog’s favorite crushed treats. 7. Flatten to about half an inch and use the cookie cutter to cut out dog bone cookies. 8. Place them on parchment paper on a baking tray. 9. Knead the leftover dough together, flatten, and cut. (Repeat until you are out of dough.) 10. Bake at 350F for 20 minutes. 11. Let cool and enjoy! Cookies Recipe created for the NC Sweetpotato Commission by @whiskeybear and his human, Blake

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WHAT YOU NEED: • 1 NC sweetpotato • 1 tbsp olive oil • 3 spoons plain Greek yogurt • 1 tbsp organic maple syrup

• ½ cup goat’s milk • Whipped cream

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: • Blender • Baking sheet

WHAT YOU DO: 1. Cut sweetpotato in half to make two long halves and coat with olive oil. 2. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 350F for 50 minutes and let cool. 3. Add one slice of sweetpotato to a blender. 4. Add the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and goat’s milk. Blend. 5. Rim a glass or bowl with the plain Greek yogurt. 6. Pour the smoothie into container. 7. Top with whipped cream. 8. Repeat with the other plain sweetpotato half if another smoothie is wanted. 9. Pat your dog’s head and tell them to enjoy! Milkshakes Recipe created for the NC Sweetpotato Commission by @whiskeybear and his human, Blake

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WHAT YOU NEED: • ½ cup coconut or almond flour • ½ cup peanut butter • 1 medium (1.5 cup) cooked, mashed NC sweetpotato • 1 large banana

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: • Baking sheet

WHAT YOU DO: 1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mash. 2. Make small balls and flatten them down with your hands into quarter size bites. (You can make these different sizes, depending on the size of the dog!) 3. Bake at 350F for 10-12 minutes and let cool. These can be stored in the fridge for up to 10 days. Luna Cookies Recipe created for the NC Sweetpotato Commission by CoCo Daughtry and her dog, Luna

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WHAT YOU NEED: • 2 eggs • 1 ½ cup whole wheat flour • ½ Tsp Baking Soda • ½ Tsp Baking Powder • ½ Cup sweetpotato, baked • ½ cup goat’s milk • Honey

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: • 4 Bundt Cake Tins

WHAT YOU DO: 1. Beat eggs. Add whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and baked sweetpotato and mix. 3. Slowly add goat’s milk until a smooth consistency is reached. 4. Fill bundt cake tins all the way. 5. Bake at 350F for 14-16 minutes. 6. Let cool on a wire rack and top with honey. 7. Instruct your good boy or girl to enjoy their treat! Bundt Cakes Recipe created for the NC Sweetpotato Commission by @whiskeybear and his human, Blake

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