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stewed rhubarb and apples in a bowl with a spoon in it.
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Stewed Rhubarb and Apples

Stewed rhubarb and apples: an easy-to-make, tart, and sweet dessert perfect for the season. Serve it with vanilla ice cream, vanilla sauce, or custard.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
1 hour
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American, German
Diet: Low Fat, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 230kcal
Author: Adina

Equipment

  • Large pot

Ingredients

  • 1.7 lbs rhubarb
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Note 1
  • 1.7 lbs apples Note 2
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Instructions

  • Rhubarb: Wash and chop the rhubarb stalks. Place them in a large bowl, add the sugar and mix well. Let it sit for one hour until a syrup forms at the bottom of the bowl. Stir a couple of times during this time.
    1.7 lbs rhubarb + 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Apples: Peel and core the apples. Cut them into small pieces.
    1.7 lbs apples
  • Combine: Place the rhubarb and all the released liquid, apples, vanilla extract, and lemon juice in a large pot. Stir well to combine.
    2 teaspoons vanilla extract + 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Cook: Bring to a boil and turn down the heat. Place a lid on top but leave a crack open. Simmer for 8-10 minutes on medium-low heat until the rhubarb breaks down, and the apple pieces are softer. Remove the lid during the last 2-3 minutes of the cooking time.

Notes

  1. Sugar: You can add more sugar at the end if you like the dessert to be sweeter. However, I find it perfect as it is.
  2. Apples: About 4-5 medium apples.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 532mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 49g | Vitamin A: 208IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 1mg