Strawberries Do Not Ripen After Being Picked
My children and I love strawberries and I recently learned a new tip when shopping for them. Strawberries do not ripen with time, the flavor is set once they are picked. Unlike peaches and bananas, they don’t ripen with time.
Once picked, strawberries may soften or get a little redder, but the flavor won’t change. So, when you are shopping for strawberries, make sure that they are already ripened. Strawberries with green or white areas are unripe, so make sure they have a full red color before buying.
photo credit: Marcus Vegas
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"Strawberries Do Not Ripen After Being Picked" was written by ChattyGal on 18th February, 2011 and was posted in the Food Topics Category.
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Hi, I'm Deb and welcome to my Blog! I am wife, mother of two, and a previous elementary school teacher. I love anything that makes life easier, cheaper, and more interesting. I started this blog to share my findings, tips, and experiences to help another girl or mom out.