Veggie Spotlight - Rhubarb

Even thought rhubarb is mostly used like a fruit in desserts, it technically is a vegetable.

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The season for Rhubarb runs from late winter to early summer.

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Greenhouse grown Rhubarb comes early in the season followed by field grown.

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The season overlaps with strawberry season in many areas which is why they make such a great combo.

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Every year I love to make these Strawberry Rhubarb Sour Cream Muffins

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Rhubarb doesn't like HOT weather, so it stops growing when it's really warm out.

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You can find frozen rhubarb when fresh isn't in season.

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Rhubarb doesn't just pair with strawberries. I made a cobbler with it and pluots before!

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