Ingredients

  • 4 c. rhubarb, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 c. water
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 c. flour
  • 1/3 c. wheat germ
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. milk
  • 3 Tbsp. shortening
  • 1 egg
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. lemon rind, grated

Method

  • Combine rhubarb, water, 1 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon flour in saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat until mixture boils, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Pour into 2-quart casserole or glass cake pan.
  • Measure 1 cup flour, remaining sugar, wheat germ, baking powder and salt in mixing bowl.
  • Stir well to blend.
  • Add milk, shortening, egg and lemon juice.
  • Beat 2 minutes with electric mixer on medium speed.
  • Drop by tablespoons onto rhubarb sauce in casserole.
  • Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and lemon rind. Sprinkle on dough.
  • Bake in preheated oven (375°) for 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream, if desired. Yield:
  • 6 to 8 servings.