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6 New Ways to Use Rhubarb
Posted: Tue 06/07/2011 01:15 PM | By: Lynn Andriani
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Is it written somewhere that rhubarb must be paired with strawberries and used in pie, and in pie alone? Or that if you really know what you're doing, you are allowed to put it in a crumble? I don't know who says the spring vegetable—which is in season right now—must be relegated to dessert, but I do know six bloggers who say it absolutely works in savory dishes. They're complementing pork and chicken with rhubarb's sweetness, using goat cheese to brighten its flavor and even using it in Indian curries.

1. Savory Rhubarb and Chipotle Goat Cheese Pizza from Eats Well with Others

A pizza topped with a compote of rhubarb, balsamic vinegar and cranberry juice, sprinkled with smoky chipotle-infused goat cheese. Sounds weird? It works.


2. Sweet-and-Savory Rhubarb Jam from Cookbook Archaeology

This would be good with sharp Cheddar; some might even put it on grilled cheese. Also: with sausage on an English muffin for breakfast.


3. Savory Rhubarb Lentil Curry from Scissors and Spice

French lentils + rhubarb + mustard seeds + sweet potatoes = delicious



4. Chicken with Baked Rhubarb from Cooking Books

A Scandinavian take on roast chicken, requiring just three ingredients, not counting salt and pepper.


5. Asparagus with Balsamic Rhubarb Reduction from Cook Local

A rich, vinegary sauce makes a tasty dip for roasted asparagus.


6. Savory Black Pepper Rhubarb with Poached Duck Egg from EricaMulherin.com

You'll need plenty of toast to sop up the juices from this tart, buttery dish.


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