Ingredients

5 large Red Delicious apples, peeled and finely chopped4 cups finely chopped fresh or thawed frozen rhubarb (about 8 stalks)4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

In a Dutch oven, combine apples, rhubarb, strawberries, sugar and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 18-22 minutes or until fruit is tender, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. If a smoother consistency is desired, cool slightly and, in batches, process in a blender. Serve warm or cold.