Rhubarb Sauce Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
🥄 Servings: 6
🥣 Yield: 5 cups
Description:
Indulge in the taste of spring, even in the depths of winter, with this delightful Rhubarb Sauce. Perfect for drizzling over pancakes or adding a fruity twist to desserts, this sauce is a must-have in your recipe collection.
Ingredients:
- 5-6 stalks of rhubarb
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions:
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Prepare the Rhubarb: Wash the rhubarb stalks thoroughly and chop them into small pieces.
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Cook the Rhubarb: In a saucepan, bring the chopped rhubarb and water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
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Sweeten and Flavor: Stir in the sugar and cinnamon, ensuring they are well incorporated into the mixture. Let the sauce return to a boil.
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Simmer to Perfection: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
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Check Consistency: Continue simmering until the sauce reaches your desired thickness. It should coat the back of a spoon nicely, indicating it’s ready.
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Cool and Store: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the rhubarb sauce to cool slightly.
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Portion and Freeze: Once cooled, transfer the sauce into freezer-safe containers, leaving some room for expansion, and freeze.
Serving Suggestions:
- Pancake Perfect: Drizzle this vibrant rhubarb sauce over fluffy pancakes for a breakfast treat that sings with flavor.
- Dessert Delight: Spoon over ice cream or yogurt for a refreshing and fruity dessert option.
- Bake it In: Use as a filling for pies, tarts, or crumbles to add a burst of tangy sweetness to your baked goods.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 279.9
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 4.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 71.4g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 67.7g
- Protein: 0.9g
Recipe Notes:
- This sauce freezes beautifully, making it a convenient option for preserving the flavors of spring to enjoy year-round.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less sugar according to the tartness of your rhubarb.
- Experiment with different spices like ginger or nutmeg to customize the flavor profile of your sauce.
