Rhubarb Sauce

6heaping cupsrhubarb, sliced thick
3/4cupsugar
1/4cupsweet n' low
2tablespoonscornstarch
dashsalt
4-5dropsred food coloring
1/2cup water (a little less than 1/2)
1tablespoonbutter

Combine the first 6 ingredients in a medium saucepan. Let stand for 15 minutes stirring occasionally. Add water and butter and bring to a boil. Simmer until rhubarb is soft (approximately 5 - 10 minutes).

Cool and serve over angel food cake with a whipped cream topping.


NOTE: I make this sauce up ahead of time and freeze it. It is an excellent last minute dessert.