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Monday, July 25, 2011

Orange Rhubarb Bread



From the kitchen of One Perfect Bite...While it's getting scraggly, rhubarb is still available at local farm stands and green markets. I really am delighted. I still have untested recipes I wanted to try and this extended growing season makes that possible. This lovely quick bread was developed by Sonya Goergen and it is quite simply delicious. It is moist and packed with a bright, tangy orange flavor that I find especially appealing. A slice of this sweet bread and a steamy cup of French press makes for a great breakfast that will kick start the gloomiest of days. The bread can be made with frozen rhubarb if a little care is exercised. The rhubarb should be measured while it is frozen, but it should be allowed to thaw and drain before it is used in the bread. Do not squeeze or press it dry. You want it to retain some moisture. This is really easy to make, and, while it stales quickly, it can be frozen. If you enjoy cranberry orange bread, I think you'll enjoy this theme and variation. Here's the recipe.

Orange Rhubarb Bread...from the kitchen of One Perfect Bite inspired by Sonya Gorgen

Ingredients:
1/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup orange juice
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted walnuts

Directions:
1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
2) In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in orange peel and vanilla.
3) Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with orange juice. Fold in rhubarb and almonds.
4) Transfer batter to prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Yield: 1 loaf (16 slices).






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52 comments:

  1. Ambreen (Simply Sweet n Savory)July 25, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    Cake looks irresistible & delicious! Just fantastic :)

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  2. LifewithspicesJuly 25, 2011 at 4:27 AM

    Cake looks so delicious n yummy..

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  3. MaryMohJuly 25, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    I love all cakes with orange...refreshing and delicious. I have not tried rhubarb though but adding it adds to the colour. I'm sure it gives a better taste. Hope you have a great day! Mary

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  4. Red Nomad OZJuly 25, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    That's an interesting combination to kickstart a rhubarb renaissance!! And anything that looks like it came from a bakery works for me ...

    Glad you enjoyed my Camel Racing adventure downunder here in OZ!

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  5. Maris(In Good Taste)July 25, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Looks so moist and delicious. Love the flavor combo

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  6. JamieJuly 25, 2011 at 5:12 AM

    Mary, I adore sweet quick breads and especially with fruit. They are eaten and enjoyed by my husband for breakfast and snacks. I so rarely bake with rhubarb even though JP loves it. This is a fabulous recipe and perfect for him.

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  7. Jayanthy KumaranJuly 25, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    super soft n delicious...:)
    Tasty Appetite

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  8. KatarinaJuly 25, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    I would love to have a slice of this one :)

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  9. LynnJuly 25, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    This sounds great Mary! I have two packs of rhubarb, 1 1/2 cups each in the freezer-yum:@)

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  10. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Looks delicious -- Haven't found rhubarb yet here in Trinidad...xoxo

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  11. Sue/the view from great islandJuly 25, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    For me it's the combination of orange, vanilla and spices that sounds great. The colors are beautiful.

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  12. TannaJuly 25, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    I love orange in a cake. I've never tried rhubarb in one though I am sure I would enjoy it. I'd love to have been there for that steamy cup and a nice slice! blessings ~ tanna

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  13. MarthaJuly 25, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    I love quick breads and have made a rhubarb one but this lookes really good with the addition of the orange. I'll have to try it -- IF I can find frozen rhubarb.

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  14. Rambling TartJuly 25, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Mmm! I've never paired orange and rhubarb together, but it sounds marvelous!! Especially with strong coffee. :-)

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  15. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    This is perfect with good cup of coffee:)

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  16. ClintJuly 25, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Looks exciting!

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  17. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I have not met an orange bread I did not like :) This sounds lovely!

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  18. From the KitchenJuly 25, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    I always freeze a few containers of rhubarb to keep us happy in winter. I think that fresh might still be around and I'll have to scout out some known areas. I'm happy to add this recipe to my quick bread file.

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  19. MijúJuly 25, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    A mi si lleva jengibre ya me gusta!!!
    Un saludito

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  20. PeggyRJuly 25, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    That sounds wonderful!

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  21. Jocie's MomJuly 25, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    My morning coffee just tasted a little less satisfying now that my tummy has seen this delicious morning treat!

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  22. Cooking CreationJuly 25, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    This looks so tasty! I would love to have that with my cup of coffee right now! Thanks for sharing :)

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  23. PondsideJuly 25, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    This looks like a good recipe to bring a little sunshine to a winter day when the rhubarb is bagged in the freezer.

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  24. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    We don't get rhubarb here very often, but if I do, this is a recipe I would try :)

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  25. Heather S-GJuly 25, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    I did not use rhubarb at all this year, I can't believe it. This bread sounds lovely...and looks so perfectly moist.

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  26. The Fajdich TimesJuly 25, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    You have so many rhubarb recipes. I just recently picked rhubarb at my Mom's and froze it. I was just looking at your rhubarb scones...yum. Thanks for all the recipes:)

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  27. KimJuly 25, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    I tried, last summer, a lemon-rhubarb cake and it delighted us. I'm sure this one would do the same. I'm definitly going to try this as it looks so good!

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  28. DavidJuly 25, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Mary, This recipe just sounds great. Even better, it's a combination of ingredients that I've never had! Thanks and Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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  29. RachelJuly 25, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Oh boy, rhubarb! My grandmother used to grow it inher garden and make rhubarb pies.
    Your bread has a beautiful texture and color and I'm sure it tastes as good as it looks!

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  30. T.W. Barritt at Culinary TypesJuly 25, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    I've never seen rhubarb used with orange before, but what a great idea. I can imagine that the citrus pairs beautifully with the tangy rhubarb.

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  31. Rosita VargasJuly 25, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Maria is a real delicacy, the bread looks beautiful with rhubarb, I will visista I have today and I have a few rhubarb, big hugs and many blessings.

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  32. SueJuly 25, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    What a unique bread! Love it!

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  33. MyBlackPoodlesJuly 25, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Thank you, Mary, for your kind words about my blog. Since joining French Fridays with Dorie, I have been introduced to the joys of rhubarb. I will certainly try your recipe if I can still find some rhubarb. Everything looks delicious.

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  34. Emily MalloyJuly 25, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Now I'm in the mood for some baking this evening! Yum

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  35. Barbara F.July 25, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    Mary, we share the same quest for that one perfect bite, my problem is I usually take multiple ones! This loaf looks delicious, I never had rhubarb with orange, usually in a pie with strawberries. Thanks for your visit and sweet comment. I am your newest follower. xo,

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  36. DianeJuly 25, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Interesting recipe, I would like to try this. Take care Diane

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  37. StephenJuly 25, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    I have been absent for a while but this recipe sounds interesting. I have never been a rhubarb fan but I develpped that opinion as a youth. It looks like it is time to test the 'old' tastebuds again, and what better way than a delicious looking "Orange Rhubarb Bread"

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  38. That GirlJuly 25, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    So jealous you still have rhubarb available!

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  39. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Bread looks wonderful (especially since you brought my combo back).

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  40. Maria DoloresJuly 25, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    El ruibarbo por aquí no se suele encontrar, nunca lo he probado y me llama mucho la atención, en cuanto encuentre aunque sea en mermelada la comparé.
    El pastel tiene una pinta alucinante.

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  41. JoanneJuly 25, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    What an interesting use for rhubarb! I bet it's great combined with the citrus.

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  42. JenniferJuly 25, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Mary I bought Rhubarb today and am going to make this tomorrow, do you think I need to peel the Rhubarb at all? Thank you!

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  43. teresaJuly 25, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    what a lovely combination. such a bright summery bread, it sounds just wonderful!

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  44. The Harried CookJuly 25, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Gorgeous combination of flavors... and that's a beautiful loaf! Thanks for sharing, Mary!

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  45. PamJuly 25, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Oh Mary, that orange rhubarb bread looks beautiful and so delicious.

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  46. KerstinJuly 25, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    What a lovely and unique loaf of bread - I actually have some leftover rhubarb in the fridge so maybe I'll try this!

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  47. ElaineJuly 26, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    This looks so pretty and delicious. I enjoy making quick breads so much. I'll have to see if rhubarb is still available here.

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  48. ChelseaJuly 26, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    OH my gosh, yum! I've never had rhubarb in a cake- I certainly want to now!

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  49. Melissa @IWasBornToCookJuly 26, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    This looks delicious. I just had some rhubarb in my hand at the market this morning and now I wish I didn't put it back!

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  50. Nicole@HeatOvenTo350July 26, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    I've never had orange with rhubarb before but the combination sounds wonderful. Especially in a moist looking bread like this.

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  51. briarroseJuly 27, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Such a nice flavor combination. Beautiful bread.

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  52. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Love the look of this bread!

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