- Fresh berries are some of the most delightful,
healthy treats in the whole world.
They're like nature's candy.
However, moisture and mold can sneak in
and ruin your whole basket.
Stop that from happening, reduce waste
and enjoy your berries for longer with these easy tricks.
Some say you should wait to wash your berries
until right before you eat them,
but for firm berries like blueberries,
strawberries and blackberries
a vinegar bath can kill mold spores,
save your berries and keep them fresh.
This is no bueno for raspberries, however,
which are (speaks in a foreign language).
After tossing out any berries with visible mold spots
combine three cups of cold water
and one cup of white vinegar
in a large bowl or salad spinner.
Swish around your berries for about a minute
and then drain and rinse well with clean, cold water
until any hint of vinegar smell or taste disappears.
Don't worry, your berries won't taste like salad dressing
if you rinse them well enough.
Spread out the rinsed berries
on a clean cloth or paper towel
and pat and roll gently to dry completely.
When it comes to storage you can use
the ventilated plastic container your berries came in.
Just wash it with soap and hot water
and dry thoroughly.
Line the container with a dry paper towel
and place your berries in the fridge.
Make sure to leave the holes in the lid uncovered
so air can circulate in the package
and change the paper towel lining when it gets damp.
You can use any clean container lined with paper towels,
just leave the lid open so any moisture can escape.
Use these tips to get the most out of your berries
for a berry long time.