How To Make This Five-Ingredient Rhubarb Squares

Rhubarb what a wonderful sweet fruit although it is actually classed as a vegetable nevertheless it makes wonderful bakes so I am pleased to share with you a selections of recipes I found so here for you is one of  them this amazing recipe for these Five-Ingredient Rhubarb Squares.. how delicious especially with some fresh cream

There are many scrumptious ways to bake with Rhubarb,  springtime wonderful desserts  that will be the star of the show at any occasion

At the moment we are just coming into the garden season for Rhubarb here in the UK So I just had to share these recipe with you

 

Here for you are some great facts about Rhubarb

Some like it thick, some like it thin, either way you eat it—rhubarb is in (season)!

Most likely to be used in pies, puddings, and other tart desserts, rhubarb is excellent in preserves, sauces, jams, etc. It’s low in cholesterol and sodium, keeps the body cleansed and offers a  good source of  dietary fiber, vitamins C and K, calcium, potassium, and more. Who knew such a beautiful crimson vegetable had so many functions?

The Town Dish scoured the internet and pulled together five must-know rhubarb facts for you to devour this season.

 

Top 5 Rhubarb Facts You’ll Be Surprised To Know:

1.  According to Food Network, 1 pound of fresh Rhubarb yields about 3 cups chopped or 2 cups cooked.

This is a great tip to remember in the store when you’re purchasing rhubarb for a recipe.

2. Rhubarb was used as a medicine/healing ointment in earlier centuries.

A native plant of China, rhubarb was grown and traded for medicinal purposes as early as the 16th century. According to a History of Fruit, rhubarb gained popularity as a food and vegetable source by the 19th century.

3. The redder the stalk, the sweeter the taste.

Savor the Rhubarb points out that green rhubarb can also be eaten, and is just a different variety. All rhubarb is quite bitter in taste and therefore a great substitute for cranberries.

4.  The leaves attached to the Rhubarb stalk are poisonous.

Daily Random Facts tells us that no matter how enticing, green, and crisp those leaves look, you should always discard that part of the plant.

5. Though not often used today, the word ‘rhubarb’ can also mean ‘a heated argument or dispute,’ according to Merriam Webster.

But don’t get into a rhubarb about dinner, enjoy these top recipes that incorporate rhubarb in your diet in the most tasty ways imaginable, sure to create harmony in any kitchen.

Article Source:https://www.thetowndish.com/2014/04/23/top-5-facts-didnt-know-rhubarb/

 

 

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Here below is a list of the ingredients you will need to make this cake from the website

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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