Country Rhubarb Cake

1. 1

   Heat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   In a bowl, sift flour, salt, 3 tablespoons sugar and the baking soda together.

3. 3

   With fingers, rub in butter until mixture is sandy.

4. 4

   Beat 1 egg and add to flour mixture.

5. 5

   Add buttermilk and blend just until mixture forms dough; it will be quite stiff and sticky.

6. 6

   Turn out onto a floured work surface and divide in two.

7. 7

   Roll out each piece to fit a 10-inch round baking dish.

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   Line bottom of pan with one round, pinching together any tears.

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   Cover dough with rhubarb and sprinkle rhubarb evenly with 1 heaping cup sugar.

10. 10

    Place second pastry round on top and pinch edges together.

11. 11

    Pinch together any holes.

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    Beat remaining egg with 1 teaspoon water and brush it on dough.

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    Place a baking sheet in oven to catch drips, and place baking dish on it.

14. 14

    Bake until crust is golden and rhubarb is soft and juicy, about 1 hour.

15. 15

    Immediately sprinkle with granulated sugar.

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    Serve warm, with a sprinkle of brown sugar and whipped cream on each serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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