Author: Cyndie Story
Last saved by: michelle.armstrong
Company: Culinary Solution Centers, LLC

Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
Fruit Preparation Methods and Tips

Segment 9: Blueberry

Chef Cyndie: Do you have the blues?  I mean do you have blueberries?  Blueberries are considered to be superfoods packed full of phytochemicals.  Ok, before you run out and buy blueberries for your aging body, let’s discuss using blueberries in your school. 

Ripe blueberries will be firm and indigo blue in color with a silvery frost. Blueberries should be rinsed gently in a colander under running water just prior to using.  Be sure to remove any damaged, shriveled, or moldy berries, and remove any stems.

Talk about convenient, no peeling, no slicing, no dicing, just wash and add to your recipe.  One cup of fresh, medium-sized blueberries equals 160 berries.  If you added four blueberries to each fruit cup, you could garnish 40 servings out of a cup of medium-sized blueberries.

Look at what a colorful difference blueberries make when added to other fresh fruits.
Remember, Chef Cyndie says to eat a rainbow of fresh fruits and vegetables every day.