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Berries - Blackberries, Blueberries, Raspberries

Little baskets of berries litter produce departments all year long, but local berry seasons are all too short. Sweet, ripe, juicy local berries are one of the great treats of summer eating. If you ever get tired of just eating them fresh here are some great ways to use them.

All About Berries

Ripe, sweet, juicy local berries are a great treat of summer eating. Berries don't ripen after picking, so choose bright, deeply colored berries without any mushiness. Berries are delicate creatures that are at their best eaten quickly after picking. Store them, if needed, covered and chilled. Rinse and pat dry just before eating or using.

Berry Cobbler

Just sweeten the fruit a bit, cover with a drop-biscuit topping, and bake.

Berry Fool

Tangy berries and luscious whipped cream make a simple yet elegant classic English dessert in a snap.

Buttermilk Berry Cobbler

This cobbler makes quick work of berries - blackberries, blueberries, huckleberries, raspberries, strawberries.

Hazelnut Berry Crisp

Ground hazelnuts add an earthy note to this Hazelnut Berry Crisp.

How to Freeze Berries

Whether you have excess blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries, freezing them in easy.

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