*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                          Rosy Rhubarb Sherbet

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Ice Cream

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  4      cups          Rhubarb -- finely chopped
  1      cup           Sugar
  1      teaspoon      Grated orange peel
    1/2  cup           Orange juice
    1/2  cup           Corn syrup
  2                    Egg whites
  2      tablespoons   Sugar
                       Toasted coconut or nuts -- if desired

In large saucepan, combine rhubarb and 1 cup sugar, orange peel, orange
juice and corn syrup. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat and cook until rhubarb is tender, about 10 minutes; cool.
Pour into laof pan or freezer trays; freeze to slush consistency, about 1-2
hours. Beat egg whites until foamy; gradually add 2 Tbls sugar, beating
continously until stiff peaks form. Into large bowl, spoon partialyy forzen
rhubarb mix; beat until light and fluffy. Fold in egg whites. Return to
freezer container; cover with plastic wrap to prevent crystals from forming.
Freese until firm, about 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally. Allow to soften
slightly; spoon into sherbet glasses. Garnish with toasted coconut or nuts.

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