Re: Rhubarb OK to eat in autumn?

On 10/29/2007 10:52 AM, JoeSpareBedroom wrote:
Because my rhubarb plant had the nerve to try and shade the oregano, I've
been cutting off its older, larger leaves all summer. I offered some to a
neighbor yesterday, but she wondered if it was OK to use the stalks at this
time of year (for baking). I had no idea. Anyone know?



Raw rhubarb is quite toxic. Cooked stalks are quite delicious.

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