Rhubarb Salad

Name: Rhubarb Salad
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 4 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb; 1-1/2 cups cold water, divided; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 package (6 ounces) raspberry or strawberry gelatin; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest; 1/2 cup finely chopped celery; 1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional

Even people who don't like rhubarb have fallen for this dish! The deceptively simple-sounding recipe does not prepare you for the delicious flavor of the finished product. With its sweet-tart flavor, it's a lovely addition to a tradition festive dinner of a buffet supper.

Ingredients

4 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb
1-1/2 cups cold water, divided
3/4 cup sugar
1 package (6 ounces) raspberry or strawberry gelatin
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional

Directions

In a saucepan, cook rhubarb, 1/2 cup water and sugar until a sauce forms, about 8 minutes. Remove from the heat; add gelatin and stir until dissolved. Add orange peel, celery, nuts if desired and remaining water; mix well. Pour into a lightly greased 4- to 5-1/2-cup mold. Cover and chill until set.