If you are looking for something a little different to surprise your pup with, try an all natural, yummy treat like roasted acorn squash.
Acorn Squash is a delicious treat that is packed with all kinds of nutrients and fiber [1]. It is great for us and our dogs too!
The goal is to transform the squash into cooked chunks your pup can easily enjoy. The chunks are a little messy, but our dogs do love them.
Here are the steps:
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
2. Place the uncooked squash on a cookie sheet in the oven and roast for 15 minutes or so.
The idea here is to partially cook the squash so you can then cut the ends off and prep it for its final form. It's a lot easier to cut the squash after its been cooked for just a bit.
Best to also use a piece of parchment paper under the squash to make for an easier cleanup.
You will also want to wash and dry your squash first. The acorn squash skin is safe to eat [1] and will be left on the final chunks. The skin is packed with fiber and antioxidants.
3. After the 15 or 20 minutes are up, take the squash out of the oven and place on a cutting board for some prep work before putting the squash back in the oven to finish cooking.
4. Place the slices back onto the baking sheet and put it all back in the oven. Cook for another 20 minutes.
5. Next, flip the cooked pieces and bake another 15 minutes or so.
6. After the flipped side has had its chance to cook, see if the slices look soft and roasted.
7. Once everything is all cool, its time to share the treats! You can store leftovers in the refrigerator.
References
[1] Acorn Squash: Nutrition, Benefits and How to Cook It
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/acorn-squash
Gina Anderson...
