STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB ANGEL FOOD CAKE

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Recipe from the KLS-TV Cooking Show. While rhubarb is in season is a great time to try this wonderful dessert. It has a delightful strawberry-rhubarb filling and is crowned with whipped cream. This recipe heralds spring.

Provided by Steve P.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 angel food cake (make, use a mix or buy one already made)
2 1/2 cups sliced rhubarb
1/2 cup sugar
1 orange
2 1/2 cups sliced strawberries
red food coloring
1 cup whipping cream
1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1/4 cup sugar
mint leaf (garnish)

Steps:

  • Combine rhubarb and the juice of one orange (juice should equal at least 1/4 cup liquid- if additional liquid is needed, add water to make 1/4 cup).
  • Add 1/2 cup sugar, cover and cook over medium heat until rhubarb is tender.
  • Set aside 1/2 cup sliced strawberries.
  • Stir remaining strawberries into rhubarb mixture.
  • Stir in a few drops red food color for eye appeal.
  • Cool.
  • Mixture will begin to thicken slightly.
  • Slice cake horizontally to make 3 layers.
  • Spoon 1/2 the filling on bottom cake layer.
  • Add second layer cake and spoon on remaining filling.
  • Place top layer on cake.
  • Chill cream well, whip until stiff.
  • Set aside.
  • Beat together ricotta cheese, 4 tablespoons sugar, and the grated peel of one orange.
  • Beat until fluffy.
  • Fold whipped cream into whipped ricotta cheese.
  • Frost the sides and top of cake with whip cream mixture.
  • Garnish with remaining strawberry slices and mint leaves.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Cake is best if served same day.

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