Delicious and Tangy Homemade Rhubarb Pie Recipe

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Delicious and Tangy Homemade Rhubarb Pie Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 06, 2024

This classic rhubarb pie is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors with a buttery crust. It's a great way to enjoy fresh rhubarb during its peak season and is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rhubarb, sugar, and flour. Mix well and let stand for 15 minutes.
  3. Fit bottom crust into a 9-inch pie pan. Pour filling into crust and dot with butter. Cover with top crust and crimp edges to seal.
  4. Make a few slits in the top crust to vent steam.
  5. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue baking for 40 minutes, or until golden brown.

Interesting Facts

  • Rhubarb is a vegetable, not a fruit, and is often used in desserts for its tart flavor.
  • Rhubarb leaves are toxic and should not be consumed, only the stalks are safe to eat.