Rhubarb Cordial

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WHO: eatboutique lives in New England and is the woman behind eatboutique.com.

WHAT: The best way to savor the season -- and preserve it for later.

HOW: Throw some chopped rhubarb and sugar in a jar, cover with vodka, and let it sit for a month.

WHY WE LOVE IT: By taking just a few minutes to throw 3 ingredients in a jar, you can make rhubarb season stretch a little bit longer -- and a killer after-dinner drink while you're at it. We also see this mixed with sparkling water (or sparkling wine!) and sipped by the pool.

Rhubarb Cordial by eatboutique

Makes 1 liter

2 pounds rhubarb, cleaned and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup organic sugar
1 liter good vodka, local and organic are a plus

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