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Partially Fulfills Step 4 of GSUSA Senior Cybersecurity Basics badge requirements.

Info Needed for the badge requirements: Modularity is the idea that parts of a system can be separated and recombined. Modularity helps protect your computer by keeping parts of the system separate so they can work independently. If there’s an issue, it’s easier to identify and fix without affecting other parts. It also prevents problems, like malware, from spreading and allows stronger security for individual components, like requiring extra authentication for sensitive data. Plus, updates can be made to one part without disrupting the whole system.

Items Needed

• Printed copies of 3–5 pie recipes for each pair or group of 3–4 scouts or a list of different pie crusts, fillings, and cooking methods to use (see below).
• Paper for each scout.
• Pencil for each scout.

Instructions

1. Challenge scouts to create their own signature pie recipe using the provided recipes as inspiration. Scouts can use parts of the existing pie recipes (e.g., a graham cracker crust from one recipe, a fruit filling from another) to design their pie.
   • Think about modularity as you create your pie recipe—just like you can swap one crust for another or change the filling, modularity allows programmers to isolate and fix problems in specific sections. For example, if your pie’s crust is too salty, you know to fix just the crust, not the filling. Similarly, modularity helps programmers easily identify and address weaknesses in their programs.
2. Each scout writes their own recipe on paper, combining different elements from the provided recipes or their own ideas.
3. Scouts share their ideas and give feedback on each other’s recipes.

Pie Crust Recipe Samples

1. No Fail Pie Crust
   • A reliable recipe that freezes well and uses ingredients like flour, shortening, egg, and vinegar.
2. Easy Pie Crust
   • A simple recipe with flour, butter, sugar, and salt for a classic crust.
3. Best Ever Pie Crust
   • A straightforward recipe using flour, shortening, and ice-cold water for a tender crust.
4. Butter Flaky Pie Crust
   • Made with butter for a rich flavor and flaky texture.
5. Graham Cracker Crust
   • Made with crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Perfect for cheesecakes or key lime pie.
6. Oreo Crust
   • Crushed Oreo cookies mixed with melted butter for a rich, chocolatey crust.
7. Pretzel Crust
   • Crushed pretzels combined with sugar and butter for a sweet and salty base.
8. Cookie Crust
   • Use crushed cookies (like shortbread, vanilla wafers, or gingersnaps) mixed with butter to create a flavorful crust.
9. Rice Krispie Treat Crust
   • A fun crust made by pressing Rice Krispie treat mix into a pie pan—great for kid-friendly recipes.
10. Granola Crust
    • Combine granola, honey, and butter for a nutty and crunchy crust.
11. Nut Crust
    • Use ground nuts (like almonds or pecans) mixed with sugar and butter for a gluten-free and flavorful crust.
12. Coconut Crust
    • Shredded coconut mixed with butter and sugar, baked to create a tropical-inspired crust.
13. Cornflake Crust
    • Crushed cornflakes mixed with butter and sugar for a unique and crunchy crust.
14. Chocolate Chip Cookie Crust
    • Use cookie dough pressed into the pie pan and baked, turning your pie into a dessert lover’s dream.

Pie Filling Recipe Samples

1. Classic Apple Pie Filling
   • Sliced apples, cinnamon, sugar, and a touch of lemon juice for a comforting, traditional flavor.
2. Cherry Pie Filling
   • Sweet and tart cherries, sugar, and a hint of almond extract for a bright and flavorful filling.
3. Strawberry Cream Filling
   • Fresh strawberries mixed with whipped cream or mascarpone cheese for a light, creamy option.
4. Pumpkin Pie Filling
   • A blend of pumpkin puree, spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger), eggs, and sweetened condensed milk for a holiday favorite.
5. Peanut Butter Chocolate Filling
   • Creamy peanut butter mixed with melted chocolate and a touch of powdered sugar for a rich and indulgent filling.
6. Key Lime Pie Filling
   • Tangy key lime juice, condensed milk, and egg yolks for a refreshing and citrusy filling.
7. Banana Cream Filling
   • Fresh sliced bananas layered with vanilla pudding or custard, topped with whipped cream.
8. Coconut Cream Filling
   • Creamy custard mixed with shredded coconut and topped with whipped cream for a tropical touch.
9. Mixed Berry Filling
   • A combination of blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries cooked with sugar and cornstarch for a sweet and tangy filling.
10. Chocolate Mousse Filling
    • Rich and velvety mousse made from melted chocolate, heavy cream, and sugar for a decadent treat.
11. Salted Caramel Filling
    • A rich caramel made with sugar, butter, cream, and a pinch of sea salt for a sweet and salty twist.
12. Lemon Curd Filling
    • A tangy and smooth filling made with lemon juice, sugar, butter, and egg yolks.
13. Chai Spice Filling
    • A creamy custard infused with chai spices like cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and cloves for a warm and aromatic flavor.
14. Maple Pecan Filling
    • A nutty filling made with pecans, maple syrup, eggs, and butter for a sweet, earthy flavor.
15. Honey Peach Filling
    • Fresh peaches cooked down with honey and a splash of vanilla extract for a fruity and floral filling.
16. Lavender Cream Filling
    • A delicate cream filling infused with dried lavender, perfect for a unique and floral pie.
17. Avocado Lime Filling
    • Mashed avocado blended with lime juice and condensed milk for a creamy, tangy filling.
18. Mint Chocolate Filling
    • A chocolate filling with a refreshing hint of peppermint extract or fresh mint leaves.
19. Custard and Jelly Filling
    • A layer of creamy custard topped with your favorite jelly or jam for a layered delight.
20. Carrot Cake Pie Filling
    • A spiced carrot filling mixed with cream cheese for a fusion of pie and cake flavors.

Pie Cooking Samples

Here’s a list of methods of cooking for pies that the scouts could explore to add a third layer of their pie recipes:

Baking Methods:

1. Blind Baking (Pre-baking):
   • The pie crust is baked on its own before adding the filling, commonly used for pies with creamy or no-bake fillings like key lime or chocolate mousse.
2. Fully Baked Pies:
   • Both the crust and filling are baked together, such as fruit pies (apple, cherry) or custard pies (pumpkin, pecan).
3. Partially Baked Pies:
   • The crust and filling are baked briefly, then finished later, ideal for pies that need reheating before serving.

No-Bake Methods (Chilling or Freezing):

4. No-Bake Pies (Chilled):
   • These pies are set in the refrigerator, often with fillings like cream, pudding, or gelatin (e.g., banana cream or lemon icebox).
5. Frozen Pies:
   • These pies are prepared and frozen, such as ice cream pies or no-bake peanut butter pies.

Combination Methods:

6. Baking the Crust, Chilling the Filling:
   • The crust is baked, but the filling is prepared separately and chilled, common for pies like graham cracker crust with a cheesecake filling.

Special Techniques:

7. Skillet Pies:
   • Pies baked in a skillet for a rustic touch, often used for cobbler-style pies or deep-dish fruit pies.
8. Hand Pies (Fried or Baked):
   • Small, individual pies that are either baked or fried, like turnovers or empanadas.
9. Grilled Pies:
   • A fun technique where pies are cooked on a grill, adding a smoky flavor—perfect for outdoor events!