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Rhubarb Sauce

Rhubarb Sauce

The ultimate spring delicacy
This Rhubarb Sauce is a zesty blend of fresh rhubarb and sugar that is perfect for topping pancakes, yogurt, or grilled meats. Easy to make and full of flavor, it's a must-try for any spring gathering!
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds rhubarb cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • ½ cup water or more for a looser sauce
  • cup sugar use less for a tart sauce, more for a sweeter sauce
  • 1 drop red food coloring optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium to medium-high heat, stir together all sauce ingredients. Let mixture come to a boil and then turn heat down to medium-low and let simmer until rhubarb is broken down but chunks still remain. This should take 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the tenderness of the rhubarb.
  2. Taste test the sauce while it is simmering. Add more sugar if you like a sweeter sauce. Add more water if you'd like a thinner sauce. If you'd like a little more color to your sauce, stir in a drop or two of red food coloring.
  3. Remove pan from heat and let cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Store in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Notes

  • Tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
  • Tip: You can freeze the sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to six months.
  • Tip: Adjust the amount of sugar based on your taste preference.
  • Tip: Use fresh rhubarb for the best flavor.
  • Tip: This recipe can be customized with added spices or other fruits.