Blackberries

California Giant blackberries are plump and juicy all year-round. Great for snacking and dishes, blackberries are always a family favorite. Key Nutrition Facts: 1 Serving = 1 Cup 0.5 g fat Only 60 calories per serving 50% of your daily supply of Vitamin C 32% of your daily supply of Fiber

Here are some tips for shopping and storing blackberries:

Purchasing
Blackberries, like their cousin the raspberry, are very fragile. Look for deep, evenly colored berries with a nice sheen. They shouldn't have dents or bruises. They should also be dry in the container with no leakage at the bottom.

Storing
Moisture and high temperatures will hasten decay of your blackberries, so keep them dry in the refrigerator. Under ideal conditions, blackberries should keep for 1-3 days in your refrigerator between 34 – 36 degrees. For best results, consume your blackberries as soon after purchase as possible. Don’t rinse your blackberries until ready to serve. Simply rinse under a cool spray of water and serve immediately. There is no cutting or peeling required for these luscious berries, just rinse and eat!

Freezing
If you plan to freeze your blackberries for jams and jellies, be sure to wash your berries carefully in cold water. Pack berries into freezable containers, or freeze them on a tray and then place them into freezer bags as soon as they are frozen. Seal and keep frozen until you are ready to use them. Frozen blackberries are great for jams jellies, home-made ice cream, smoothies and sauces.

Did You Know?
Because of their deep coloring, blackberries are a delicious source of vitamins A, B, C, E, calcium, fiber and iron. In fact, just a half-cup serving of raw blackberries has about the same fiber content as a three-fourths cup of brown rice.

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