Ingredients
7 tablespoons butter, divided3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar, divided3 tablespoons cornstarch1-1/4 cups water6 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed3 to 4 drops red food coloring, optional1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/3 cup 2% milkCinnamon sugarOptional: Whipped cream or ice cream
Preparation
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Add brown sugar, 1/4 cup sugar and cornstarch. Gradually stir in water and rhubarb; cook and stir until thickened, 5-8 minutes. Add food coloring if desired. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish and set aside.
In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and remaining sugar. Melt remaining butter; add to dry ingredients with milk. Mix well. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto rhubarb mixture. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until the fruit is bubbly and the top is golden brown. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Serve warm, with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
