Sunday, May 24, 2009

Food Fact: Strawberries


The Basics: Buy strawberries that are bright red (with no white or green around the stem), fragrant, and plump, with no soft spots.

To Store: If using right away, it's best not to refrigerate them. Otherwise, lay the berries flat on a paper-towel-lined plate and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Do not rinse or hull until ready to use.

To Use: Strawberries are delicious raw in a range of desserts and sweet treats. Because they are sensitive to heat, the berries are rarely cooked except when used in jams and pies.
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