Ingredients:

  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Wash and trim the rhubarb stalks, then chop them into uniform 1/2 inch pieces.
  2. Combine the chopped rhubarb, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Stir occasionally and simmer for 8–10 minutes until the stalks are tender and the mixture turns a deep mahogany-red.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat and use a potato masher or fork to gently smash about half of the rhubarb pieces to thicken the sauce.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon before serving.