A long time ago I learned to eat rhubarb. It grew in a prolific patch at the back of our property where we lived in Danville, Illinois. One day in early summer my sister got me to try some. And I learned then what I still believe now: Rhubarb is best eaten with a lot of sugar, preferably in baked goods.
One of my favorite “recipe memories” is of my GG’s rhubarb crisp. She made it in the summer when we would visit and there was always a healthy dollop of cool whip. Oh it was delicious! But I digress.
It is no surprise then, that one of the recipes from Grandma’s box I’ve chosen to try is Rhubarb Cake. While rhubarb grows heartily farther north, it isn’t so easy to come by in Tennessee. So, when my mom texted and said they were at Publix and had found rhubarb in the produce section and did I want some… I gave a resounding YES!
Recipe # 6 is Rhubarb Cake!
The card looks as though Grandma may have made it a few times over the years, although my mom doesn’t remember tasting it. I followed the recipe as written. However, it didn’t indicate what size or type of pan, so I chose a bundt pan.
Initially, I tried a few “scrumpies” from the bottom of the pan, and oh boy was it flavorful and moist. What I didn’t realize would happen is that the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture that I sprinkled on top soaked into the batter – it completely disappeared from the top.
The cake turned out to be very moist and a lovely texture. It was delicious, not overly rich – but, I would add a LOT more rhubarb – maybe another cup. Other than that, we topped with whipped cream and it was just right! You should make it – it is yummy!
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That would be a good recipe to try. I wholeheartedly agree that rhubarb is best eaten with a lot of sugar or baked in something. I grew up on stewed rhubarb and to this day I cringe at the thought of my teeth squeaking.
ewww. squeaky teeth. noooooo! hahaha.