Crispy Savory "Streusel" Crust
Fun-Da-Mentals Kitchen Skills
- grate :
to reduce food, like a carrot, to very small shreds or pieces of the same size by rubbing it on a tool with an outside surface that has holes with cutting edges (a grater).
- knife skills :
Bear Claw (growl), Pinch, Plank, and Bridge (look out for trolls).
- mince :
to chop into teeny tiny pieces.
- mix :
to thoroughly combine two or more ingredients until uniform in texture.
- sprinkle :
to scatter small drops or particles of an ingredient evenly or randomly over food.
Equipment Checklist
- Cutting board + kid-safe knife
- Grater
- Medium mixing bowl
- Dry measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
Crispy Savory "Streusel" Crust
- 1/2 C mixed raw veggies (broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, tomatoes, small sweet potato, etc.)
- 1/4 C Italian or panko breadcrumbs **(for GLUTEN ALLERGY sub gluten-free breadcrumbs)**
- 1/4 C all-purpose flour **(for GLUTEN ALLERGY sub gluten-free flour)**
- 2 T butter **(for DAIRY ALLERGY sub olive oil)**
- 1 pinch salt
Food Allergen Substitutions
Crispy Savory "Streusel" Crust
- Gluten/Wheat: Substitute gluten-free flour for all-purpose flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs for panko breadcrumbs in Streusel Crust.
- Dairy: Substitute olive oil for butter in Streusel Crust.
Instructions
Crispy Savory "Streusel" Crust
mince + mix + sprinkle
Mince or grate 1/2 cup mixed veggies In a mixing bowl, add minced veggies, 1/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoon butter, and 1 pinch of salt. Mix with hands until a crumbly texture forms. Sprinkle evenly over mac and cheese or other casserole just before baking.