Rosy Rhubarb Sherbet
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Course : Sherbet
From: HungryMonster.com
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4         cups          Rhubarb -- finely chopped
1         cup           Sugar
1         teaspoon      Grated orange peel
1/2       cup           Orange juice
1/2       cup           Corn syrup
2                       Egg whites
2         tablespoons   Sugar
                        Toasted coconut or nuts -- if desired
 

Preparation:

In large saucepan, combine rhubarb and 1 cup sugar, orange peel, orange juice and corn syrup. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and cook until rhubarb is tender, about 10 minutes; cool. Pour into laof pan or freezer trays; freeze to slush consistency, about 1-2 hours. Beat egg whites until foamy; gradually add 2 Tbls sugar, beating continously until stiff peaks form. Into large bowl, spoon partialyy forzen rhubarb mix; beat until light and fluffy. Fold in egg whites. Return to freezer container; cover with plastic wrap to prevent crystals from forming. Freese until firm, about 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally. Allow to soften slightly; spoon into sherbet glasses. Garnish with toasted coconut or nuts.