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Blueberries are true-blue American. Native Americans called them ‘star berries’ due to the 5-point star formed by the blossom end. American poet Robert Frost wrote a poem about blueberries. And blueberry jelly beans were created especially for President Ronald Reagan.
They are a refreshing, low-calorie treat and an antioxidant superfood. If there were ever a fountain of youth, it would probably contain the juice of the blueberry. That’s because blueberries can help counteract the effects of aging, both physically and mentally.
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- Keep cold to keep fresh and extend shelf life
- Ideal temperature is 32-34 degrees
- Store in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator
- Wash berries just before serving.
How to freeze your blueberries for future use
- It is preferable not to wash the berries before freezing
- If rinsing before freezing:
- Rinse well
- THOROUGHLY dry with paper towels
- Transfer to freezer containers or re-sealable plastic bags, then freeze. The berries will freeze individually and you can remove just the number you need.
- To ensure the best quality, enjoy them within six months.
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Look for firm blueberries, deep blue in color with a silvery sheen and smooth skin.
The darker the blueberry, the more antioxidants it contains. Their size and shape actually have no effect on their taste. And, of course, always look for the SunnyRidge Farm label. |
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Breakfast
- Stir into your favorite muffin or pancake mix
- Top your cereal or yogurt
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Dessert
- Top with whipped cream
- Dip in melted chocolate for a quick and easy fondue
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Lunch
- Add berries to your favorite salad
- Blend them into a smoothie together with other fruit
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- Sodium and cholesterol free
- A good source of fiber; promotes good digestion and heart health
- A good source of Vitamin C; promotes a healthy immune system
- Loaded with antioxidants to help fight cancer, heart disease, stroke and other chronic age diseases.
- Preliminary studies show blueberries may help promote urinary tract health
- Anti-inflammatory
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