2 pounds rhubarb1 pound sugar3 tablespoons lemon juice3 tablespoons butterThin slices of white breadGolden custard sauce or whipped cream Wash and trim young rhubarb stalks, and cut into 1-inch segments. Combine rhubarb, sugar, lemon juice and butter in thick-bottomed saucepan; bring gently to a boil, stirring continuously; lower heat and simmer, stirring all the while, […]
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This year’s challenge was to make Dr. Bobb’s mother’s “Hot Fudge Pie”. Now, I love me some Dr. Bobb. Which is why I’m loathe to tell him that I suspect his childhood was filled with lies. I’m sure his mamma meant well, but hoodwinking a young boy into thinking a brownie was a pie seems […]
Cooking time: 45 mins.Preparation time: 15 mins.Main cooking utensil: shallow casserole, pan for waterOven temperature: 350-375°F.Oven position: center for 4-5 people you need:6 tablespoons margarine6 tablespoons sugar3 eggs¾ cup all-purpose flour sifted with 1 teaspoon double-acting baking powder¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powdergenerous 1¼ cups milk Decoration:little sugar TO SERVE: Hot or cold with cream or […]
Preparation time: 15 min.Chilling time: 2 hrs. Elegant enough for company but inexpensive enough for every day, this delicious dessert is easy to make. Unmold it in your nicest glass dessert dishes and top with delectable Creme Francaise. For 4 servings you will need:1 cup soft pitted dried prunes1 cup water1 envelope unflavored gelatin¼ cup […]
Preparation time: 10 min.Baking time: 25 to 30 min.Oven temperature: 325°F Here is a springtime dessert of tangy-sweet rhubarb and cool, creamy yogurt. Rhubarb, the traditional “pie plant” combine naturally with yogurt. Cinnamon and toasted almonds top this low-calorie dessert. For 4 servings you will need:1 lb. rhubarb½ cup sugarCinnamonPlain yogurt or vanilla yogurtToasted sliced […]
¾ cup rice2 cups milk4 tablespoons sugarPinch of saltPears poached in syrupWhipped cream Custard4 egg yolks4 tablespoons sugar4 tablespoons cornstarch2 cups milkVanilla extract1 tablespoon gelatine6 tablespoons heavy cream1-2 tablespoons Kirsch Simmer rice in milk, sugar and salt until tender. Cool. To make custard: combine egg yolks and sugar, and beat well. Add cornstarch and blend […]