Norwegian Rhubarb Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Heat 1 3/4 cups water and 3/4 cup sugar to boiling, stirring occasionally.
2. 2
   Add rhubarb.
3. 3
   Simmer uncovered until rhubarb is tender, about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Mix 1/4 cup water and the cornstarch; stir into rhubarb.
5. 5
   Heat to boiling, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Boil and stir 1 minute.
7. 7
   Stir in vanilla extract.
8. 8
   Pour into serving bowl or dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate.
9. 9
   Beat whipping cream and 2 tablespoons sugar in chilled bowl until stiff.
10. 10
    Pipe through decorators' tube or spoon onto pudding.