Rhubarb Frozen Yogurt Food

FROZEN RHUBARB YOGURT

Steps:

• In food processor, puree rhubarb until smooth.
• Blend in yogurt, sugar and juice.
• Freeze in ice cream maker according to instructions.
• Or cover and freeze in a shallow metal pan 3 to 4 hours or until almost firm.
• Break up mixture and process in food processor until smooth.
• Freeze in chilled airtight container for 1 hour or until firm.

RHUBARB FROZEN YOGURT TORTE

Steps:

• Put 1/4 cup water in a small cup, then sprinkle gelatin on top and let gelatin soften while cooking rhubarb.
• Cook rhubarb, 1/2 cup sugar, and remaining 1/2 cup water in a heavy medium saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until very soft, about 7 minutes. Add gelatin mixture, stirring until dissolved, then cool 10 minutes. Purée in a food processor until smooth, then add yogurt and blend until combined. Freeze in ice cream maker.
• Spread cookie crumbs evenly over bottom of an 8-inch springform pan. Spoon frozen yogurt gently over crumbs and carefully smooth top. Wrap pan in plastic wrap and freeze until yogurt is firm, at least 2 hours.
• Soak a kitchen towel in hot water and wring it dry. Wrap hot towel around pan, then release side of pan and let torte stand at room temperature 20 minutes. Meanwhile, hull and quarter strawberries, toss with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, and let stand 15 minutes. Cut torte into 8 wedges and serve with strawberries spooned on top.
• *Available at Italian markets and specialty foods shops.

STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB JAM WITH FROZEN YOGURT PARFAIT AND HOMEMADE WALNUT BRITTLE

Steps:

• For the frozen yogurt: Strain the yogurt through a fine-meshed strainer for 2 hours. Put the strained yogurt, the sugar, cinnamon and vanilla extract in a blender and blend until the ingredients are incorporated, about 2 minutes.
• Transfer the yogurt mixture to an 8-inch square baking dish and freeze until firm, about 1 hour.
• Meanwhile, make the homemade walnut brittle: Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat and grease it liberally with 2 tablespoons of butter.
• Bring the sugar and corn syrup to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan and cook until the mixture reaches 240 degrees F, about 6 minutes. Stir in the walnuts and cook until the mixture becomes golden-brown and reaches 300 degrees F, about 5 more minutes.
• Remove the saucepan from heat, and stir in 1 stick butter, the vanilla extract, baking soda and salt¿the mixture will come to a vigorous bubble, then it will settle. Stir until the butter is fully melted and pour onto the silicone baking mat. Let the brittle cool completely, about 30 minutes. Break apart before serving.
• To assemble the parfaits: Add a large spoonful of jam to each parfait glass, then a scoop of Frozen Yogurt, and top with a few pieces of Homemade Walnut Brittle.

ROAST RHUBARB AND FROZEN YOGURT

Steps:

• In an ice cream maker, churn the yogurt or smoothies according to manufacturer's instructions until almost frozen.
• place in a freezer box and freeze until ready to use.
• Preheat the oven to 400°F
• Cut the rhubarb into wine-cork sized legnths.
• Place in a glass baking dish and drizzle over the juice and the honey.
• Place in oven and once in a while drizzle the juice over the rhubarb.
• The rhubarb is done when it can be crushed between the fingers.
• Let cool a little, then divide between four bowls and top with frozen yogurt to serve.