Sweet and Tangy Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce

Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet strawberries and tangy rhubarb with this homemade strawberry rhubarb sauce. This versatile sauce can be used as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or even as a filling for pies or pastries. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful strawberry rhubarb sauce!

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh strawberries
• 1 lb fresh rhubarb
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Wash the strawberries and rhubarb. Remove the stems from the strawberries and chop them into small pieces. Peel and dice the rhubarb into 1-inch chunks.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, diced rhubarb, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries and rhubarb have softened and the sauce has thickened.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Allow the sauce to cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a blender or using an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth. If you prefer a chunky sauce, you can skip this step.
6. Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency, transfer it to a jar or container and let it cool completely before refrigerating. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
7. Serve the strawberry rhubarb sauce chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy it as a topping on your favorite desserts or as a filling in pies and pastries.

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