Master Recipe

Brown Betty

NOTE: Betties are similar to crisps with two exceptions. Traditionally, the streusel topping is made from buttered bread crumbs and layered in the middle of the fruit as well as on top. We like the idea of using buttered bread crumbs but find that the crumbs become soggy when layered in the middle of the fruit. Our solution is to sprinkle them on top of the fruit only. Serves four to six.

  4    slices firm white sandwich bread (about 4 ounces), torn into large pieces and pulsed in food processor to yield 2 cups coarse crumbs

  ¹/₄    cup packed light brown sugar

  2    tablespoons granulated sugar

  ¹/₄    teaspoon ground cinnamon

  3    tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  1    recipe Fruit Fillings for Crisps & Betties (see )