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Cut rhubarb into 1/2 inch pieces.
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Heat water and ¾ cup sugar to boiling, stirring occasionally.
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Add fruit. Simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, until rhubarb is tender.
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Thickening:.
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Mix ¼ cup water and cornstarch; stir into rhubarb.
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Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil 1 minute and stir over medium heat. Note: Rhubarb will burn if not stirred! Stir in vanilla extract.
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To serve:.
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If using glass serving bowls, be sure to temper with warm water first, otherwise the glass will crack.
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Pour into serving bowl or individual dessert bowls.
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When ready to serve, beat whipping cream with 2 tablespoons sugar in chilled bowl until stiff.
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Pipe cream through decorators' tube or spoon onto rhubarb compote.