Grammy's Special Recipe: Rhubarb Custard Pie

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Grammy's Special Recipe: Rhubarb Custard Pie
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 13, 2024

This creamy and tangy rhubarb custard pie is a classic American dessert that brings back memories of childhood. The combination of sweet custard and tart rhubarb filling is a perfect balance of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust
  • 3 cups diced rhubarb
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place diced rhubarb in the pie crust.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
  4. Pour the custard mixture over the rhubarb in the pie crust.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F and bake for an additional 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set.
  6. Let the pie cool before serving. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Rhubarb is a vegetable that is often used in sweet dishes, even though it has a tart flavor.
  • Custard pies have been a favorite American dessert for generations, loved for their creamy texture and rich flavor.