Rhubarb Strawberry Mousse Recipes

RHUBARB-STRAWBERRY MOUSSE

Steps:

• Combine the rhubarb, strawberries and sugar in a heavy 2-quart saucepan and simmer for 20 minutes, until the rhubarb is soft.
• Pour 2/3 of the mixture into a blender with the kirsch; purée and set aside.
• Pour 4 tablespoons cold water into a small saucepan and sprinkle the gelatin over the top. Allow to soften for 10 minutes. Heat gently until the gelatin has completely dissolved. Stir into the rhubarb purée.
• Combine the purée with the remaining cooked rhubarb mixture.
• Whip the heavy cream until stiff and fold into the rhubarb mixture. Chill for several hours.

GRANDMA'S STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB PIE

Steps:

• Crust Preparation:
• Using 2 pastry blenders, blend the flours, sugar, shortening, butter and salt. Whisk the egg, vinegar and water in a 2-cup measure and pour over the dry ingredients incorporating all the liquid without overworking the dough. Toss the additional flour over the ball of dough and chill if possible. Divide the dough into 2 disks. Roll out 1 piece of dough to make a bottom crust. Place into a pie dish. Put dish in refrigerator to chill.
• Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
• Filling Preparation:
• Mix the rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, tapioca, flour, zest and juice of lemon, dash of cinnamon, and vanilla. Mix well in a large bowl and pour out into chilled crust. Dot the top of the filling with the butter. Brush edges of pie crust with egg white wash. Roll out the other piece of dough and place over filling. Crimp to seal edges. Brush with egg white wash and garnish with large granule sugar. Collar with foil and bake at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes. Decrease temperature to 375 degrees F and bake for an additional 45 to 50 minutes, or until the filling starts bubbling. Higher altitude will take 450 degrees F and 400 degrees F respectively. Also, you can use a pie bird for extra decor. Let cool before serving.

STRAWBERRY MOUSSE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in flour. Press onto the bottom of a 9-in. or 10-in. springform pan; prick with a fork. , Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 300°; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cool. , Meanwhile, for filling, puree enough berries (about 1-1/2 pints) to make 2 cups. Set aside remaining berries for garnish. Stir lemon juice and sugar into puree. , In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Add to puree; chill until mixture begins to thicken. , Fold in whipped cream and food coloring if desired. Pour into crust; chill until set. Garnish with reserved strawberries.

RHUBARB-STRAWBERRY MOUSSE

Steps:

• Combine the rhubarb, strawberries and sugar in a heavy 2-quartsaucepan and simmer for 20 minutes.
• until the rhubarb is soft.
• Pour 2/3 of the mixture into a blender with the kirsch; purée and set aside.
• Pour 4 tablespoons cold water into a small saucepan and sprinkle the gelatin over the top.
• Allow to soften for 10 minutes. Heat gently until the gelatin has completely dissolved. Stir into the rhubarb purée.
• Combine the purée with the remaining cooked rhubarb mixture.
• Whip the heavy cream until stiff and fold into the rhubarb mixture. Chill for several hours.
• ***Source: This recipe appeared in The Times in an article by Olwen Woodier; it was adapted from.
• Mallards Restaurant at Arrowwood in.
• Rye Brook, N.Y.

RHUBARB MOUSSE

Steps:

• Wash, peel and cut the rhubarb into 1 inch pieces.
• Cook it with half cup water until just tender (about 5 minutes).
• Blend it with sugar and vanilla extract or orange zest. Set aside to cool.
• Melt the gelatin in a small amount of hot water, add to the blended rhubarb.
• Whip the cream, stir together with the blended rhubarb - gently!
• Refrigerate for several hours until the dessert stiffens into a creamy substance.
• Enjoy!

RHUBARB RASPBERRY MOUSSE

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, combine the rhubarb, 3/4 cup water, 6 tablespoons sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until rhubarb is tender. Strain; return to the pan and set aside., In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup water; set aside. Place the raspberries and remaining water in a blender or food processor; cover and process until pureed. Strain; add to rhubarb mixture. Stir in softened gelatin. Cook over low heat for 3-5 minutes or until gelatin is dissolved, stirring occasionally., In a small bowl, beat cream and remaining sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold into rhubarb mixture. Spoon into dessert glasses or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.