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Blueberry Rhubarb Sauce

Make the most of this time of year by pairing two star ingredients for a mouthwatering sauce that highlights the essence of the season. A flavorful combination, blueberries and rhubarb shine in this quick-to-prepare sauce.

Perfect for topping off pancakes, ice cream, or pound cake, this vibrant sauce may be prepared up to three days in advance and stored, covered, in the fridge until ready to use. And a jar of this seasonal sauce will make a delightful gift fresh from your kitchen.

Whether it’s from your own backyard, a supermarket, or a farmers’ market, blueberries and rhubarb combine deliciously for a luscious sauce bursting with homespun goodness.

BLUEBERRY RHUBARB SAUCE

2 cups sliced rhubarb
2 cups blueberries
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
In a medium saucepan, combine rhubarb, 1/2 cup blueberries, sugar, water, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rhubarb is tender, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, mash the remaining 1 1/2 cups blueberries. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and lemon juice. Add mashed blueberries and cornstarch mixture to rhubarb mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Makes 2 cups.