The Victorians were obsessed with rhubarb. Introduced at the time of Queen Victoria's coronation, the commemorative Victorian variety of rhubarb was easy to grow, reliably robust and consistently sweet and tender, Victoria rhubarb was a runaway smash hit from the … [Read more...] about Amazing Healthy Rhubarb Puffs
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Delightful Rhubarb Fool
Fools are a favorite British dessert best enjoyed in the Spring and Summer. The French word foulé means pressed or crushed, and refers to the simple mixture of crushed fruits and whipped cream. You can make it with all sorts of fruits and berries. It is very simple to make … [Read more...] about Delightful Rhubarb Fool
Delightful Rhubarb Ginger Jam
Ginger adds an interesting flavour to jam, and I keep a jar on hand, not only to spice up my scones, but to use on cocktail crackers, paired with smoked white fish...a lovely taste experience. Rhubarb Ginger Jam Ginger adds an interesting flavour to jam, and I keep a jar … [Read more...] about Delightful Rhubarb Ginger Jam
Satisfying Grilled Salmon with Sherry Rhubarb Sauce
Summer and salmon always go together in our family because we annually go salmon fishing off the Alaska coast. Add grilling season, rhubarb, and other veggies from the garden and you have the makings of a great summer meal. Satisfying Grilled Salmon with Sherry Rhubarb … [Read more...] about Satisfying Grilled Salmon with Sherry Rhubarb Sauce
Scrummy Rhubarb Orange Brown Betty
The Brown Betty is a much-beloved traditional English dessert. Victorians made it with apples, breadcrumbs and suet and was a popular pudding with the downstairs crowd. I adapted a version listed with the National Trust, using only a fraction of the butter to cut fat, and you … [Read more...] about Scrummy Rhubarb Orange Brown Betty