[Update my dinner status], I'm making this tonight.
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Servings: 1 Servings
Total Time (median): 0 : 15 Active Time: 0 : 05
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Ingredients
Preparation
You will need a VERY sharp small knife. Be extra careful while you are carving. The idea is to cut the vegetables, not yourself nor anyone else. I often use small "hobby" knife (Xacto) with razor sharp disposable blades that I got in a hobby store
Start with the carrot. You want a conical portion that matches the diameter of the top end of the squash. Carve a flat "bill" or carefully split it to open the "mouth".
Two flat slices of carrot can now be fashioned into "feet". This is a "cartoon character so actual shape isn't terribly important.
Moving on to the squash, remove a slice from each side. Shape the slice into a stubby "wing".
Next cut a small portion from the top end to form a flat spot to connect the "bill" to.
Use toothpicks to attach the various body parts. An alternative on the "wings" is to cut a slot into the body and allow the wings to stick out at a 90 angle from the body.
A pair of clove "eyes" complete the critter.
If these (or other similar vegetable creatures) don't sit out too long they can be used after the event in a vegetable stock so they aren't wasted.
This is ONLY a guide to get you started on the idea. Play with this a bit and have fun seeing your own creations magically appear.
Cuisine: Garde Manger
Main Ingredient: Squash
Tags:
Vegetarian,
Vegan,
Kid Friendly,
No Cook,
Simple - Easy,
Vegetables,
Appetizers,
Garde Manger,
Squash,
Fall
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Groups: Party Buffet, Kid Friendly Food, Vegan Cooking[edit]
