Rhubarb stalks, or the Persian apple, is the earliest in gradient for
pies, which the spring offers. The skin should be carefully stripped,
and the stalks cut into small bits, and stewed very tender. These are
dear pies, for they take an enormous quantity of sugar. Seasoned like
apple pies Gooseberries, currants, &c., are stewed, sweetened and
seasoned like apple pies, in proportions suited to the sweetness of
the fruit; there is no way to judge but by your own taste. Always
remember it is more easy to add seasoning than to diminish it.