Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups chopped rhubarb (1 inch pieces, fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemons, rind of
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sliced strawberry (fresh or frozen unsweetened)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 -4 drops red food coloring (optional)

Method

  • In a saucepan, combine rhubarb, water, sugar, lemon peel and salt; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat.
  • Cook, uncovered over medium heat until rhubarb is soft (about 10- 15 minutes) Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in strawberries, lemon juice and cinnamon.
  • Add food colouring if desired.
  • Cool and serve over cake, ice cream, waffles, pancakes, etc.