Rhubarb Muffins

This is an old family recipe for a sweet treat. Tart rhubarb and the sweet crumb topping provide an amazing flavor combination!

Makes 12 Muffins

What you need:

1 egg
1/4 cup melted soft tub non-hydrogenated margarine or butter
1 cup buttermilk or low-fat yogurt
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
2 cups diced rhubarb (fresh or frozen)

Topping: 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 2 tbsp chopped pecans

How you prepare:

Combine egg, melted margarine, buttermilk, brown sugar, and vanilla. Mix well. Combine dry ingredients (flours, baking powder, soda, & salt). Mix dry and wet ingredients just until moistened. Stir in rhubarb. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full. Combine topping and sprinkle on muffins. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes.