RHUBARB TART WITH SHORTBREAD CRUST

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Here's a perfect ending to a grilled summer meal! Between the creamy texture, the pretty color and the buttery crust, this recipe is simply delightful. -Emily Seefeldt, Red Wing, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3-3/4 cups chopped fresh rhubarb (about 1-1/4 pounds)
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
CRUST:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup ground pecans
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
CURD:
6 large egg yolks
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
5 tablespoons butter, cubed
4 drops red food coloring, optional
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring rhubarb, sugar and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir until thickened and rhubarb is tender. Cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor; cover and process until mixture is smooth; set aside., For crust, place the flour, pecans, butter, confectioners' sugar and salt in a food processor; cover and process until crumbly. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. tart pan with removable bottom. Bake crust at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned., Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, whisk the egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, zest and rhubarb mixture until blended. Add butter; cook until butter is melted, whisking constantly. Stir in food coloring if desired; pour into prepared crust., Bake at 350° 12-15 minutes longer or until center is almost set. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts :

Mdjabed Khan
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This tart was a bit too tart for my taste. I think I would have preferred a less tart rhubarb filling. However, the crust was delicious. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone who likes tart desserts.


Waseem Rhmani
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This tart was amazing! The crust was so flaky and the rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet. I loved the addition of the orange zest, which really brightened up the flavor. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone, even if you're not a


Daniel Tibbles
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This was my first time making a tart and it turned out great! The crust was easy to make and the rhubarb filling was delicious. I loved the addition of the almonds, which added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone, even if


Nabeyat Kemal
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I made this tart for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The crust was perfectly flaky and the rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone.


Mali Damilola
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This tart was a bit too crumbly for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more traditional pie crust. However, the rhubarb filling was delicious. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone who likes crumbly crusts.


Force Bilo
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I've made this tart several times and it's always a hit! The crust is so easy to make and the rhubarb filling is always perfect. I love the addition of the orange zest, which really brightens up the flavor. I would definitely recommend this tart to a


Musfiqur Alvi
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This tart was delicious! The crust was so flaky and the rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet. I loved the addition of the almonds, which added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone.


Nada Lois
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This tart was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a less sweet rhubarb filling. However, the crust was delicious. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone who likes sweet desserts.


Abdullah Nasar
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I'm not usually a fan of rhubarb, but this tart was amazing! The rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet, and the crust was so flaky and buttery. I loved the addition of the orange zest, which really brightened up the flavor. I would definitely


Soshi Kumar Tripura Chondro
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This was my first time making a tart and it turned out great! The crust was easy to make and the rhubarb filling was delicious. I loved the addition of the almonds, which added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone, even if


Ahmed Salama
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I made this tart for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The crust was perfectly flaky and the rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone.


calvin john
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This tart was a bit too tart for my taste. I think I would have preferred a less tart rhubarb filling. However, the crust was delicious. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone who likes tart desserts.


big foot
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I've made this tart several times and it's always a hit! The crust is so easy to make and the rhubarb filling is always perfect. I love the addition of the orange zest, which really brightens up the flavor. I would definitely recommend this tart to a


Urdu Trailer
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This tart was delicious! The crust was so flaky and the rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet. I loved the addition of the almonds, which added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone, even if you're not a fan of rhubar


Official Usman_ MB
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I made this tart for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The crust was perfectly flaky and the rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet. I would definitely recommend this tart to anyone.


Brandon Senior
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This tart was a bit of a disappointment. The crust was too crumbly and the rhubarb filling was too tart. I think I would have preferred a more traditional pie crust and a less tart rhubarb filling. I wouldn't recommend this tart to anyone.


Muhammad raza Haral
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I was a bit skeptical about making this tart, but I'm so glad I did! It was so easy to make and the results were incredible. The crust was perfectly golden brown and the rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet. I loved the addition of the almond


Lauratu Hudu
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This tart was absolutely amazing! The crust was so flaky and buttery, and the rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet. I loved the addition of the orange zest, which really brightened up the flavor. I will definitely be making this tart again an


Kaylisa Davis
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I'm not a huge fan of rhubarb, but this tart was surprisingly delicious. The combination of the tart rhubarb and the sweet shortbread crust was perfect. I also really liked the addition of the almonds, which added a nice crunch. I would definitely re


Sk Tamim Vai 6422
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This rhubarb tart was a delightful treat! The shortbread crust was buttery and crumbly, while the rhubarb filling was perfectly tart and sweet. I loved the addition of the orange zest, which really brightened up the flavor. I'll definitely be making