Vermont Cheddar Cheese Dog Treats

1-½ cup whole wheat flour
1-¼ cup grated Vermont cheddar cheese
¼ lb safflower oil margarine, softened
milk as needed

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190° C).

Grate cheese and let stand until it reaches room temperature. Cream the cheese with the softened margarine, and flour. Add enough milk to form into a ball. Chill for 1/2 hour. Roll onto floured board. Cut into shapes and bake for 15 minutes or until slightly brown and firm. Makes about 2 to 3 dozen.

Whole Wheat and Cheese Dog Treats

1 cup uncooked oatmeal
1-½ cup hot water or meat juice/broth
1 cup grated cheese
1 egg, beaten
1 cup wheat germ
¼ cup margarine
½ cup powdered milk
4 cups whole wheat flour

Directions:

Preheat oven to 300?F (150° C).

In large bowl pour hot water over oatmeal and margarine: let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in powdered milk, grated cheese, salt and egg. Add wheat germ. Mix well. Add flour, 1/3 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Knead 3 or 4 minutes, adding more flour if necessary to make a very stiff dough. Pat or roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes and place on a baking sheet sprayed with nonstick spray.

Bake for 1 hour. Turn off heat and leave in oven for 1-½ hours or longer.

Makes approximately 2-¼ pounds.