Ingredients for Lemon Pudding:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups milk
3 egg yolks, beaten
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup butter, softened
Ingredients for Rhubarb Sauce:
3 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Mix well.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it comes to a simmer.
3. Add the egg yolks to the sugar mixture and whisk until smooth.
4. Add the lemon juice and lemon zest to the egg mixture and whisk until well combined.
5. Pour the egg mixture into the saucepan with the milk, and whisk continuously until it thickens.
6. Remove the pudding from the heat and add the butter, whisking until it has melted and the mixture is smooth.
7. Transfer the pudding to a large serving bowl and let cool to room temperature.
Instructions for Rhubarb Sauce:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the rhubarb, sugar, water, and vanilla extract.
2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the rhubarb has softened and the mixture has thickened.
3. Remove the sauce from the heat and let cool to room temperature.
4. Once cooled, spoon the rhubarb sauce over the lemon pudding, and serve.
This lemon pudding with rhubarb sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, allowing you to enjoy it whenever you like. The tangy flavor of the lemon pudding and the sweet and tart taste of the rhubarb sauce make this dessert a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it as a dessert at a dinner party or enjoying it as a simple indulgence at home, this recipe is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.