Something simple, yet delicious.

What to do with Rhubarb? You can make a dessert or an appetizer! This is my own personal recipe that I've posted on BigOven.com [under THEdorkies, lol]. It's easy, simple and delicious. Try it and tell me what you think!

[photo  from ecoki.com]

Rhubarb and Cottage Cheese Crostini

Ingredients

• 1-2 rhubarb stalk, small diced
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 5-6 baguette breads, sliced diagonally 1/2 inch thick or use pre-made crostinis
• 1 oz olive oil
• 5-6 oz cottage cheese

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, add the water and rhubarb. Bring up to a boil, then simmer for 5-6 minutes or until soften or tender.
2. Add the sugar and stir without mashing the rhubarb.
3. On a baking sheet, place the baguettes in a uniformed line. Oil the breads with the olive oil. Toast in the oven at 250ºF for 5-6 minutes
   to your liking.
4. Spread the cottage cheese on the toasted bread and add a spoonful of the sweetened rhubarb on top.