Teresa's Recipes
Rhubarb and Apple Sauce
This Rhubarb and Apple Sauce is a delightful blend of tangy rhubarb and sweet apples, infused with a hint of cinnamon and a splash of lemon juice. This vibrant, aromatic sauce is steeped in culinary history, traced back to Victorian England, where rhubarb was a popular garden plant. The combination of rhubarb and apple became a classic pairing, often used in pies, crumbles, and sauces. This sauce is incredibly versatile, perfect as a condiment or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1 cup Sugar
- 3 medium, peeled, cored, and chopped Apples
- 4 cups, chopped Rhubarb
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8
- Dish Type: Sauce
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Sugar: 26g
Instructions
- Combine the chopped rhubarb, apples, sugar, water, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a large saucepan.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the fruits are soft and well-cooked.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly for about 10 minutes.
- Using a blender or immersion blender, blend the mixture until it transitions into a smooth and creamy sauce.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or tartness according to your preference by adding more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
- Pour the sauce into a jar or airtight container and place it in the refrigerator until chilled.
- Enjoy this versatile sauce as a topping for yogurt, pancakes, oatmeal, or even as a standalone dessert.
Tips
- For a thicker sauce, you can add one tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with two tablespoons of cold water to the sauce during the simmering process.
- Adding a pinch of nutmeg or ginger can add a delightful twist to the flavor profile of this sauce.