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Rhubarb Mousse

An elegant twist on classic strawberries and cream, this dessert is simply divine

**INGREDIENTS** * 4 cups rhubarb, cut in ½-inch pieces * 1 lb strawberries, hulled and sliced * ¾ cup granulated sugar * 1 cup 35% cream * 1 10-g package powdered gelatine * ¼ cup water

(see INSTRUCTIONS below)

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**INSTRUCTIONS** 1. In a medium pot, cook rhubarb, strawberries and sugar over medium heat until very soft, about 10 minutes. Purée and transfer fruit mixture to a bowl. Chill completely in refrigerator or to cool faster, place in another bowl filled with ice and water. 2. In a small bowl, whip cream to a stiff peak. Meanwhile, in another small bowl, sprinkle gelatine over water and let soften for 1 minute. Stir until completely dissolved. Whisk into rhubarb and strawberries. 3. Gently fold in whipped cream. 4. Transfer to parfait or stemmed glasses and chill until ready to serve. Serves 6.

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