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
rhubarb recipes
Healthier Rhubarb Crumble
This is a healthier version of crumble with much less sugar, and almost no butter contained in other versions. Most rhubarb crumbles will contain strawberries or other berries, but rhubarb is also great on it's own. Healthier Rhubarb Crumble This is a healthier version of … [Read more...] about Healthier Rhubarb Crumble
Yummy Healthy Strawberry Rhubarb Gems (Muffins)
Since strawberries and rhubarb come into season about the same time, it is natural that they are often found in Spring and Summer treats. The Edwardians in particular enjoyed rhubarb in breads, sauces and even cocktails. This recipe is a current favorite in our household, which … [Read more...] about Yummy Healthy Strawberry Rhubarb Gems (Muffins)
Summer is The Time for Fools, A Downton Favorite
It never ceases to amaze me how Spring weather transitions into Summer in a matter of days. Even more sad though is how quickly time passes in Summer months. Granted we are annually tortured for about of month of hot then cold weather in the Spring, making wardrobe decisions … [Read more...] about Summer is The Time for Fools, A Downton Favorite
Grilled Salmon & Boozy Rhubarb Sauce
Now that the US, UK and Canada have enjoyed long weekends this month (and other countries in hot pursuit) we can all in the mood for taking it a little easier at work and enjoying life outdoors. Less time looking for missing files, more time searching for gardening tools. Your … [Read more...] about Grilled Salmon & Boozy Rhubarb Sauce
