Nigel Slater's recipes for rhubarb granita with vanilla cream, and blood orange and pistachio cake
Briefly

The article reminisces about childhood memories associated with rhubarb, highlighting its significance in winter recipes. It contrasts the current lack of rhubarb in the author's garden with the joys of enjoying it from local stores. The author celebrates rhubarb’s versatility and seasonal connection, particularly in creating a refreshing granita paired with blood orange for a vibrant winter experience, emphasizing comfort food while evoking nostalgia. Blood orange is also praised for its bright flavor and aesthetic appeal when used in various dishes, illuminating winter menus.
The juice of the blood orange will startle us back to life in the morning, and its garnet-freckled flesh makes the prettiest addition to a ceviche, crisp winter salad or dessert.
Rhubarb also makes an entrancing granita, served in a pile of glistening pink crystals with a spoonful of vanilla-infused cream as a contrast, bringing warmth to winter's grey days.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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