Rhubarb Surprise Crisp
Fresh basil is the surprise ingredient for this favorite dessert combo of strawberries and rhubarb.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6 servings
Ingredients
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2/3 cup granulated sugar
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2 or 3 teaspoons cornstarch
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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2 cups sliced fresh rhubarb or frozen unsweetened sliced rhubarb, thawed
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2 cups coarsely chopped strawberries
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2 tablespoons snipped fresh basil
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
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1/3 cup packed brown sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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3 tablespoons margarine or butter, melted
Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 375 degree F. In a medium bowl combine the 2/3 cup granulated sugar, the cornstarch, and cinnamon. (For fresh rhubarb, use 2 teaspoons cornstarch. For frozen, use 3 teaspoons cornstarch.) Stir in rhubarb, strawberries, and basil. Spoon into bottom of a 2-quart square baking dish; set aside.
2.
In another medium bowl combine flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt. Stir in melted margarine or butter. Sprinkle over fruit. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until fruit is tender and topping is golden brown. Serve warm. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 276, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 167 mg, Carbohydrate 52 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 51%, Calcium 6%, Iron 7%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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