Strawberries : Healthy Nutritional Facts And Recipes

Health Benefits Include:

8 strawberries have more vitamin C than an orange. In addition berries are packed with antioxidants along with fiber, folate, and potassium. Enjoy strawberries as part of your daily routine for ultimate health.

How To Select The Perfect Berry

Choose a berry bright red in color.
Look for fresh green leaves on the cap of the strawberry
Berries will not continue to ripen after picked.
Always keep your berries dry and refrigerated until ready to consume.

How To Freeze

Rinse and allow to air dry
Slice Stem and leaves off the top of the berry.
Place on a tray or cookie sheet
Insert the tray or cookie sheet into the freezer for 24 hours.
After fully frozen, transfer berries to a storage container or freezer bag.
Berries will stay good in the freezer for several months.

Incorporate Strawberry Into These Recipes

Cheesecake Bites
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Strawberry mango Smoothie
Shortcake
Scones
Gazpacho

Interesting Ways To Incorporate Strawberries

Freeze and use instead of ice cubes for a refreshing beverage.
Add to a salt inlace of the traditional tomato

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