Wild Rhubarb

Wild Rhubarb (Polygonum alaskanum)-grows in moist soil, often along riverbanks, and is best picked in late June and in early July. The flowers are white, and the plant grows 2-6 feet high. The tart, red stems are usually cut in chunks and stewed with a little water. Rhubarb takes well to honey as a sweetening.

         

          Rhubarb Relish

                             1 quart                          rhubarb

                             1 quart                          onions, finely diced

                             3 cups                            brown sugar

                             1 pint                            cider vinegar

                             1 tsp.                             salt

                             1 tsp.                            cinnamon

                   1 tsp. each        allspice and cloves optional)                                                                           

                                            red pepper  (optional)