The Dish: Polka Dog treats

Yields 8-24 bones, depending on size of cutter

Ingredients:

-- 2 ½ cups whole wheat flour (can be substituted for 2 ½ cups of rye flour)
-- 1 cup of rolled oats
-- ¾ cup all natural peanut butter
-- 1 egg
-- 1 ¼ cups water

Special Equipment:

-- parchment paper
-- dog bone cookie cutters

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325

2. In large bowl, stir together the whole wheat flour and rolled oats

3. Mix in peanut butter, egg and water.  Stir to combine and form a ball, then remove from bowl and knead on a floured surface

4. Roll out dough to about ¼" thickness, cut into desired shapes and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet

5. Bake for 40 minutes or until firm.  Allow to cool.