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Produce Info, Storage Tips and Recipes

Cranberries

Cranberries

The Basics

Cranberries are indigenous to the Americas and are a major commercial crop for many U.S. states. In fact, Massachusetts is actually the second largest producer of this fruit! Cranberries are usually dried or processed into juices and sauces, but a small amount is also available fresh. Many consider the berries to be too tart to eat raw, but they make a great addition to both sweet and savory dishes. (Read more about cranberries on Wikipedia.)

Preparation

If you like 'em, go ahead and eat your cranberries raw! They can be a great addition to salads. Otherwise, fresh cranberries can be added to all sorts of baked goods, like muffins, scones, cookies, and pies. For more savory dishes, try adding cranberries to pilafs and stir fries by sauteeing them in oil.

Storage Tips

Store unwashed cranberries in the refrigerator. Cranberries have a longer shelf life than other berries. You can also wash and freeze them!

Nutrition

Cranberries are an excellent source for fiber, vitamin C, and manganese. They also are one of the most researched fruits due to their high phytonutrient and antioxidant content. Some health benefits associated with cranberry consumption include urinary tract health and a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. (Read more about cranberry research from the Cranberry Institute and get your nutrition facts at Self.com.)

Recipes

Cranberry Apple Thanksgiving Breakfast Bread
Cranberry Relish
Cranberry Salsa
Cranberry Sauce Extraordinaire
Cranberry Sauce with a Kick
Dried Cranberries
Frozen Cranberries
Grilled Portabella Mushrooms Stuffed with Cranberry and Sausage
Meyer Lemon and Cranberry Scones
Orange Cranberry Muffins (Vegan)
Pumpkin Cranberry Bread Pudding
Savory Cranberry Sauce for Steak
Vodka Cran(berry sauce) Cocktail