Great Great Aunt Jessie's 1940's Rhubarb Pie Filling
Transport your taste buds back to the 1940s with "Great Great Aunt Jessie's 1940's Rhubarb Pie Filling," a timeless recipe brimming with vintage charm and bold, tangy flavor. This nostalgic creation features fresh rhubarb, subtly sweetened with granulated sugar and thickened with a touch of all-purpose flour. A warm hint of ground cinnamon and a pinch of salt elevate the filling, while a dotting of butter provides a rich, velvety finish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this classic rhubarb pie filling pairs perfectly with a flaky homemade crust to create a dessert that’s equal parts tart, sweet, and utterly comforting. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, this family heirloom recipe is a delicious slice of history you'll want to share at any table.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh rhubarb
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon butter
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the rhubarb, then cut it into 1/2-inch slices. You will need 4 cups of prepared rhubarb for this recipe.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Step 3
Add the sliced rhubarb to the bowl of dry ingredients and toss until the rhubarb is evenly coated in the sugar mixture.
Step 4
Transfer the rhubarb mixture to the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
Step 5
Dot the filling with small pieces of butter evenly over the top for added richness.
Step 6
Use this filling in your favorite pie recipe, adding a top crust or lattice as desired, and bake according to your pie crust instructions.
Step 7
Let the pie cool before serving to allow the filling to set, which will make slicing clean and neat.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (845.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1078.3 |
| Total Fat 13.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 32.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 688.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 245.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 206.8g | |
| Protein 7.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 540.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1778.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories