Description
Hearty, protein-packed squares that combine beef and rice for the perfect dog treat!
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 24 squares
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 2 cups cooked brown rice, cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup carrots, finely chopped
- ½ cup peas (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Cook brown rice according to package directions; let cool
- Brown ground beef in skillet, breaking into small pieces
- Drain excess fat from beef thoroughly
- In large bowl, mix rice, beef, eggs, carrots, peas, and parsley
- Grease 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil
- Press mixture firmly into dish
- Bake 35-40 minutes until golden and firm
- Cool completely before cutting into squares
Notes:
- Never add salt or seasonings
- Always cool completely before serving
- Can be served as treats or meal supplement
- Introduce gradually to avoid digestive upset
Nutritional Information:
Per square:
- Calories: 65
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
Storage Tips:
- Refrigerate up to 5 days in airtight container
- Freeze individual portions up to 3 months
- Thaw frozen squares in refrigerator overnight
- Never microwave for more than 10 seconds