Thursday, June 18, 2026

Eating in Season: Stewed Rhubarb

My rhubarb patch is happy right now.  Like, VERY happy.  As we get into summer, we're taking advantage of what's growing in the yard! 


Stewed Rhubarb

  • 3 cups rhubarb, chopped into chunks (about 3/4 inch)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Optional: a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of orange juice

  1. Place all ingredients into a large saucepan and stir together.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Immediately reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer.
  3. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb completely breaks down into a thick sauce.
  4. Remove from heat and allow to cool. 


Serving ideas: I like this warm over ice cream or oatmeal, or mixed into yogurt and topped with granola.

(Depending what kind of rhubarb you are growing, this might be a pretty shade of pink, or it might be more greenish, which is less esthetic but still tasty!)

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