Benefits of Berries

Tiny in size but HUGE in nutritional benefits!

Blueberry

- Improve memory and cognitive function

- Lower bad cholesterol and regulate blood sugar

Raspberry

- Protect against diabetes, cancer, obesity, and arthritis

- Provide anti-aging effects

Blackberry

- Loaded with fiber

- Boosts immunity and promotes weight loss

Strawberry

- Protect your heart, increase HDL

- Lower blood pressure, guard against cancer

Freeze your fresh summer berries so you can enjoy them all year long

Smaller berries and can be left whole. Hull the strawberries and cut into chunks or slices as preferred Then freeze all the fruits in a single layer on a baking sheet. The small individual pieces freeze solid and can easily be transferred into a freezer container for longer storage. Removing as much air as possible from the bag or container will also help protect the fruit from freezer burn.

Our Favorite Way to Use Frozen Berries

Berry Compote Recipe

Ingredients

2 pounds frozen berries (strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

Add all ingredients to a sauce pot
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer
Reduce the mixture by 40%-50% (or until it covers the back of a spoon).
Use the hand mixer or blender to blend the compote until smooth.

One simple recipe

Many uses

drizzling over pancakes
spruce up bbq sauce or add to BBQ
Swirling into plain yogurt
freezing it and eating it as sorbet
Dolloping into your overnight oats