Description
Nigella Lawson, a renowned food writer and television chef, offers a rhubarb tart that perfectly balances tartness and sweetness. This dessert is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering.
Ingredients
- Rhubarb Stalks: 500 grams, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- Granulated Sugar: 200 grams, for the perfect sweetness
- All-Purpose Flour: 250 grams, for the crust
- Cold Unsalted Butter: 125 grams, diced
- Egg Yolk: 1, for richness
- Cold Water: A few tablespoons for the dough
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon, for flavor enhancement
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix flour and butter until crumbly, then add egg yolk and water to form dough.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap it in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Rhubarb: Simmer rhubarb with half the sugar until soft.
- Preheat Your Oven: Set to 180°C (356°F).
- Assemble the Tart: Roll out the dough, fill it with rhubarb, and sprinkle the remaining sugar.
- Bake: Place in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until golden.