Instructions

1. Cook the rice. Rinse 2 cups of brown rice and cook according to package directions with water or low-sodium bone broth. Set aside to cool.
2. Brown the beef. In a large skillet or pot over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess fat to keep the meal lighter.
3. Add the firm veggies. Stir in the diced carrots and chopped green beans. Add a splash of water or broth, cover, and steam for 5–7 minutes until tender.
4. Stir in peas and spinach. Add peas and chopped spinach. Cook for 2–3 more minutes until the greens wilt and everything looks bright and tender.
5. Mix in pumpkin. Remove from heat and stir in the pumpkin puree for fiber and moisture.
6. Optional eggs. Crack 2 eggs into the hot mixture and stir briskly to gently cook them through. This adds extra protein and texture.
7. Combine with rice. In a large bowl or the same pot, fold the cooked rice into the beef and veggie mixture until evenly combined.
8. Add healthy fats. Drizzle in olive oil or salmon oil and stir well. This boosts omega fatty acids and helps with coat health.
9. Cool completely. Let the meal cool to room temperature before portioning. This helps avoid condensation and keeps the texture nice.
10. Add supplements just before serving. Mix in a calcium source and canine multivitamin according to product directions. Do not over-supplement.