Jenn Lueke’s Shepherd’s Pie Bowl

Inspired by classic shepherd’s pie flavors, this bowl layers hearty beef, lamb stew, and other wholesome ingredients like sweet potato, making it satisfying and full of flavor and texture for maximum mealtime enjoyment. Jenn Lueke’s Shepherd’s Pie Bowl for dogs delivers a comfort inspired recipe that makes every bite feel special.

Ingredients

Pet Size option3-12 lbs

3-12 lbs
13-25 lbs
26-50 lbs
51-75 lbs
76-100 lbs
100 + lbs

Ingredient NameAmountUnit

Real Beef, Pea & Brown Rice Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food1/8 - 1/3 Cup

Savory Lamb Stew With Carrots & Brown Rice Wet Dog FoodA very small scoop up to about 1/4 Tub

Sweet PotatoJust a taste of sweet potato (~ 2 Tsp or less)

Instructions

Sweet Potato: Bake whole sweet potatoes in their skin until soft. Allow to cool, then remove or mash with skin on or off. Serve plain, without butter, salt, or seasonings.

Behind the Bowl

Nutrish is a Complete & Balanced Meal

Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ dry and wet dog food recipes both provide complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs. Each Nutrish formula is a complete & balanced meal on its own. Bowl building is simply a fun way to add variety and a personal touch at mealtime. Portions shown in these recipes have been adjusted to account for calories from added toppers.

Start with Nutrish as the Base

Always begin with a base of Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Dry Dog Food. If you choose to add Nutrish wet food, treats, or additional ingredients from the approved Bowl Building list, reduce the amount of dry food by about 10% to help avoid overfeeding. Please review the on-pack feeding instructions to determine the total amount of Nutrish food recommended for them each day and use that as a starting point.

Feeding Amounts Are Estimates

Portion sizes shown are general guidelines based on feeding two meals per day and are not medical recommendations. Your dog’s individual needs may vary based on age, metabolism, activity level, and overall condition. All measurements use a standard 8‑oz measuring cup, and human‑food ingredients are intentionally portioned in small, dog‑appropriate amounts.

Consult Your Veterinarian

Your veterinarian is the best resource for guidance specific to your dog, including:

Ideal weight and body condition
Health considerations (such as digestive sensitivities, food allergies, or conditions)
Any dietary restrictions or needs for therapeutic nutrition
Appropriate daily calorie intake based on age, size, and activity level

How we Build a Balanced Bowl

These recipes assume feeding two meals per day. Daily calorie needs are divided in half to determine a single‑meal target, which is then balanced as follows:

65% dry food + 25% wet food + 10% topper(s) = 100% of recommended calories for one meal.

This approach helps support bowl building at both daily meals without exceeding typical daily calorie needs.

Keep Bowl Building Simple

Bowl building ingredients should be used as a garnish. Limit additions to no more than two approved ingredients per bowl. If using two toppers, each should generally account for about 5% of the meal’s total calories.

Preparing Proteins & Carbohydrates

Proteins and carbohydrates from the approved Bowl Building list should be boiled, baked, steamed, or slow cooked without seasoning, salt, butter, or oil. Allow food to cool completely, remove any bones, and cut into bite‑sized pieces.

Preparing Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables from the approved Bowl Building list should be washed thoroughly, chopped into bite‑sized pieces, and served raw unless otherwise noted. Fruits higher in natural sugars should be used sparingly and should not exceed 2–3% of your dog’s total daily calories.

Introduce New Foods Gradually

When adding new ingredients, introduce them slowly over 3–5 days and monitor your dog for any signs of digestive upset, itching, or sensitivity.

Special Life Stages

Food needs may change during pregnancy and nursing. Feed the amount needed to help maintain the pregnant female’s ideal body condition. Food intake may increase significantly during lactation.

Storage & Fresh Water

After opening Rachael Ray®Nutrish™ Wet Dog Food, refrigerate and use within 3 days.
Rachael Ray®Nutrish™ Dry Dog food should be stored in a secure, cool, dry place. Keep dry food in its original bag or packaging and seal it tightly—using a binder clip if needed—to help maintain freshness.
Always provide plenty of fresh, clean water.