When I was about 10 I heard this recipe on the radio and wrote it down. Told Mom about it later and we made some and have been making it and sharing it for 60 years now. I believe the lady on the radio was Mary Margaret McBride.
We lived in the country and in the summer during a shower or light rain my sister, me and 5 brothers would use the big leaves for umbrellas.
What fun we had.
I have a good reipe for Rhubarb Custard Pie also. Mom said it was just like her mother made. Let me know if you want it.
Rhubarb Jam
5 c rhubarb, cut in 1/2 imch pieces
1 c crushed pineapple, drained
4 c. sugar
1 pkg strawberry jello (3 oz size)
Mix rhubarb, sugar and pineapple in a large heavy pan. Boil 15 minutes until clear. Take from the stove and add dry jello. Pour into sterilized jars and seal.
Note...I make a double batch and use a large can of pineapple (20 oz.) Yummmm.
Good on ice cream too.