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Rhubarb Wine Jellies

By
Andrew Chase
  • Kid-friendly
  • Heart-healthy
  • Low sodium
  • Low fat
The wonderful flavour of rhubarb pairs so fabulously with the complex citrus and mineral flavours of Riesling that no other ingredients are needed in this surprisingly sophisticated yet simple dessert. Instead of gelatin, vegetarians can use agar (often called agar-agar), available at most health food and Asian grocery stores (follow package instructions for use and quantities because they vary from brand to brand). Garnish each jelly with a small edible flower or flower petals, or a simple sprig of tender young mint leaves.

Ingredients

  • 8 cups  (2 L)  chopped rhubarb
  • 1 bottle (750 mL) Riesling wine
  • 1-1/2 cups  (375)  granulated sugar
  • 2-1/2 pkgs (each 7 g/1 tbsp/15 mL) unflavoured gelatin

Preparation

Stirring together in large saucepan, bring rhubarb, wine, sugar and 1/4 cup/60 mL water to boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer until rhubarb is falling apart, about 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, in another saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over 3/4 cup/175 mL water; let stand for 5 minutes. Heat over low heat until gelatin is dissolved.

Through cheesecloth-lined fine sieve over second saucepan, strain rhubarb, lightly pressing down on solids to extract juices (discard solids). Stir to combine with gelatin; if gelatin isn't completely blended with rhubarb mixture, place saucepan over low heat and continue stirring until blended.

Divide evenly among 8 wineglasses or glass dessert bowls; spoon bubbles off surface. Refrigerate until set, about 6 hours.

Makes 8 servings.

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