My Mom's Rhubarb Custard Pie Recipe

This treasured family recipe, passed down through generations, delivers the best rhubarb custard pie you'll ever taste! Imagine the perfect balance of tart rhubarb and creamy custard, nestled in a flaky, golden crust. This recipe, with its yellowed and slightly stained pages, is a testament to its time-tested deliciousness – a true springtime tradition you won't want to miss. Get ready to bake up a slice of nostalgia and pure, unadulterated flavor!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 596.3 kcal
Protein 19g
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Ingredients for My Mom's Rhubarb Custard Pie

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How to Make My Mom's Rhubarb Custard Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your pie crust (either homemade or store-bought).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and milk until smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, toss the rhubarb with 2 tablespoons of sugar.
  6. Pour the rhubarb mixture into the prepared pie crust.
  7. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the rhubarb.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the custard is set and the crust is golden brown. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
  9. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

215g

Fat

76g

Carbs

27g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make My Mom's Rhubarb Custard Pie?

My Mom's Rhubarb Custard Pie takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in My Mom's Rhubarb Custard Pie?

My Mom's Rhubarb Custard Pie has approximately 596.3 calories per serving, with about 19 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 39 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for My Mom's Rhubarb Custard Pie?

The key ingredients for My Mom's Rhubarb Custard Pie are Butter, Flour, Sugar, Rhubarb, Egg Yolks, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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