Find out how to properly choose, store and freeze blueberries.
Plus, glean some delicious recipes that highlight this antioxidant-rich fruit.
There is nothing more disappointing than opening a clamshell of blueberries to discover a sodden, moldy mess.
The skins should be taut, not wrinkled, and the berries should be firm and not mushy.
Introducing water and dampness creates an environment ideal for bacteria, mold and rot.
A layer no deeper than an inch and a half or so is fine.
Freezing blueberries is one of the best ways to store them.
Start by prepping them the same way you would for same-day use.
Blueberries will last up to six months in the deep freeze.
Obviously, blueberries are amazing just eaten out of hand as a snack, or garnishing your morning cereal.
Try aSpinach Salad with Steak and Blueberriesfor a hearty lunch or light supper.
And it goes without saying that they make for delicious desserts, like our Nectarine Blueberry Crisp.
