Rhubarb Pudding

Method 6 steps

1. 1

   Line a buttered baking dish with slices of plain stale cake or bread.

2. 2

   Combine the rhubarb and 4 tbsp sugar, and add to the dish.

3. 3

   Cover and bake in a moderately slow 325°F (160°C) oven for about 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Make a meringue of the egg whites by whipping until very stiff, gradually beating in the ½ cup sugar.

5. 5

   Remove pudding from oven and cover with the meringue.

6. 6

   Return to a slow oven to brown the meringue.