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Stem Strawberries

Fruit

Description
Stem strawberries boast a brilliant red color and have their bright green tops and stems attached. Luscious-looking, this succulent strawberry lives up to its appearance. Perfect for gourmet creations, this festive strawberry adds its glamorous personality to a variety of dishes from salads to desserts. Size is not a factor in determining flavor.

Grow Region
California

Storage Temperature
For an elegant garnish, simply delicious dessert or just because, dip stem strawberries in whipped topping, powdered sugar or melted chocolate. Use lovely stem strawberries to add colorful charm to mixed green salads and a variety of sandwiches. Stems and tops may be removed to use strawberries as desired for making pie, tarts, jam, preserves, sauce, syrup, ice cream or sorbet. Do not wash until ready to use. To store, keep in container or lie in a single layer between paper towels on a tray; refrigerate. For optimum quality and flavor, use within one to three days after purchase.

Availability

Seasons/Availability
Stem Strawberries are available year round with a peak season during spring and summer months.

Nutritional Facts

An excellent source of vitamin C, eight strawberries contain about 50 calories and offer a source of fiber. Eating five daily servings of fruits and vegetables lowers the chances of cancer. A recent study found that eating nine or ten daily servings of fruits and vegetables, combined with three servings of low-fat dairy products, were effective in lowering blood pressure.