Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup quick-cooking oats1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup butter4 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb1 pint fresh strawberries, halved1 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla extractVanilla ice cream, optional

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients; cut in butter until crumbly. Press half into an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan. Combine rhubarb and strawberries; spoon over crust.

In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in the water and vanilla; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour over fruit. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. Bake for 1 hour. Serve with ice cream if desired.