Strawberries
Local berries often peak in June in New England. A traced USDA strawberry record is used when a meal counts them.
Availability varies. A New England example may not match your market.
How to prepare
- Rinse just before eating.
- Hull and slice.
Storage
Refrigerate dry and unwashed. Use within a couple of days.
Shopping note
Look for bright berries with green caps. Avoid wet containers.
Strawberries with yogurt
5 minutes. About 1 bowl. These are kitchen amounts, not a nutrient analysis.
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1 container or 1 cup plain yogurt or cooked oats
- Slice the berries.
- Serve them on plain yogurt, or on cooked oats if you avoid dairy.
A short breakfast Use oats if you do not use dairy
Availability varies by farm, weather, and week. These are New England examples, not a promise of what is in every market.
Optional: add cardamom. Skip it if you prefer the berries plain.