Blackberry Rhubarb Fool Tart

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   For the tart crust: In a large bowl combine the flour and salt.

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   Cut the chilled butter into 1-inh pieces.

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   Using a pastry cutter or a fork, cut the butter into the flour.

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   Cut together until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

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   Add the ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix very gently, just until the mixture can be formed into a ball.

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   Do not overwork the dough.

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   Press the ball into a flat disk.

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   Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

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   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

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    Roll the dough out to 1/8 inch thick and place into a tart pan.

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    Trim the edges.

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    Cover the crust loosely with parchment paper and weight with pie weights or dried beans.

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    Blind bake the pie crust for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

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    Let cool completely.

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    For the Fool: In a saucepan, combine the rhubarb, sugar and lemon juice.

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    Cook over medium heat until the rhubarb is very soft, about 15 minutes.

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    Remove the mixture from the heat.

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    Puree the mixture in a food processor.

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    Refrigerate until cold.

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    Fold the puree into the whipped cream.

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    Refrigerate for several hours.

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    1 hour before serving, spoon the fool into the prepared tart crust.

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    Place the blackberries on top of the tart.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.