Description

This simple and tangy rhubarb sauce is a quick and delicious way to enjoy the unique flavor of rhubarb. Made with just a few ingredients including rhubarb, butter, and sugar, it’s perfect as a topping for desserts, yogurt, or breakfast dishes. The sauce is cooked on the stovetop until the rhubarb breaks down and thickens, resulting in a luscious, slightly tart sauce that can be served warm or chilled.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cups rhubarb, thinly sliced
½ cup white sugar

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Instructions

Melt the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until fully melted and beginning to bubble gently.
Add Rhubarb and Sugar: Stir in the thinly sliced rhubarb and white sugar, mixing everything thoroughly to combine the ingredients evenly.
Cook the Sauce: Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring occasionally, allowing the rhubarb to break down and the sauce to thicken. This process should take about 10 to 15 minutes; the rhubarb pieces will soften and the mixture will reach a nice saucy consistency.
Cool Slightly: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rhubarb sauce cool slightly before serving to allow it to thicken a bit more and develop flavor.
Serve or Store: Serve the sauce warm or chilled according to preference. Any leftovers can be stored refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.

Notes

You can adjust the sugar amount depending on the tartness of your rhubarb or your taste preference.
For a smoother sauce, blend or mash the rhubarb after cooking.
Use this sauce as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, yogurt, or as a mix-in for oatmeal.
Ensure the rhubarb is fresh and vibrant for the best flavor and texture.