Category : Rhubarb

Rhubarb is a actually a vegetable but its thick stalks are treated as a fruit and used in dishes such as Crumble and Muffins. Rhubarb can be grown anywhere and usually arrives in two different crops. Forced rhubarb is available from January into February while natural rhubarb is available from end of March to late June. Forced rhubarb is where it is grown under cover. The stems are paler and ideal for cooking whilst being sweeter and softer. When choosing natural rhubarb go for  firm and plump stalks with firm leaves and good colour.