Berries, frozen

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What Wisconsinite doesn’t crave a bright-colored berry right about the time dark and dreary February rolls around? Freezing berries is a great way to preserve that summertime taste and freshness for a mid-winter boost of vitamins—not to mention, a reminder that winter will not last forever.

Visit each berry’s Eat Seasonal page for nutrition information and cooking tips.

To freeze:

1) Blueberries should not be washed as this results in a tougher skin—wash blueberries after removing from the freezer.

2) For all other berries, fill a sink with water and gently swirl berries in a colander so they don’t break apart.

3) Drain and let sit in colander for 10-15 minutes to drain as much water as possible.

4) Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and spread berries in one layer. Freeze for 24 hours.

5) When frozen, place in a labeled bag and remove as much air as possible using a straw or vacuum sealer.