Healthy Recipes for Pets

Poochie Pint-Sized Carrot Treats

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese -- shredded
• 1/4 cup margarine -- half stick
• 1 drop red food coloring -- or more if needed
• 1 drop yellow food coloring -- or more if needed
• 1 jar baby food carrots1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup milk -- or more if needed

Preparation & Cooking

Melt cheese and margarine in a saucepan, stirring frequently. Take off heat. Stir in food dye, to make orange color. Add carrots and flour.  Stir until well blended. Add enough milk to form into a ball. Transfer to a mixing bowl and chill for one hour.

Roll dough on a lightly floured, flat surface to 1/4" thickness. Place on a cookie sheet lightly sprayed with nonfat cooking spray. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 - 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool completely.