4 sticks is 1/4 cup vegetable for a 3-5 year old at lunch/supper.
Yield:
24 zucchini sticks
Ingredients:
1/2 c. seasoned bread crumbs
2 Tbsp. grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 lb. (about 3 medium) zucchini
1/2 c. water or water
1 c. spaghetti sauce or low fat Ranch dressing
Directions:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Spray baking sheet with nonstick spray. Place crumbs, cheese and garlic powder into plastic bag; shake to combine. Cut zucchini into sticks (24 total). Fill shallow bowl with milk. Dip sticks into milk and shake in crumbs to coat. Bake on sheet 10 - 15 minutes or until brown. Other vegetables such as sweet potatoes or broccoli florets can also be used. Serve with spaghetti sauce or dressing to dip.