Strawberry
Strawberries are plump, bright red berries with pretty green tops. Strawberries are sweet and covered with tiny seeds. Strawberry season in New England in typically June, a jewel of spring time! Springdell strawberries are the bomb!
Wash your strawberries in cold water, but do not let them soak. Strawberries bruise easily so handle them with care. Remove the green caps just before use. Strawberries can be enjoyed as is, or cooked as well. They are very sweet and pair nicely in baked goods and salads. Strawberries are a classic berry for jam and preserving.
Leave the green tops on your strawberries until you are ready to use them. Refrigerate your unwashed berries when you get home. Fresh berries are not a long time keeper, use them up within a day or two.
Vitamin C, antioxidants, fiber
Save your strawberry caps for a refreshing glass of Farmer Jamie’s Strawberry Cap water! Jess enjoys this with a peel or two of rhubarb thrown in as well!
This is a yummy combo when you catch the overlap in the kale and strawberry seasons. Massaging the kale makes all the difference, and the kale is even better when you let it marinate overnight. Mix-ins I used include cherries, avocado and sunflower kernels, but use your imagination and enjoy!
Don’t let the end of strawberry season slip away, whip up some of this compote to make the sweetness last!
