Making your Berries Last 

Ever wonder how to make your berries last longer? Tired of berries getting mouldy before you can eat them? Try using a vinegar wash!

Ever wonder how to make your berries last longer? Tired of berries getting mouldy before you can eat them? Try using a vinegar wash!

How to Make Vinegar Fruit Wash:
Step ONE:
Fill a large bowl with 1 part white vinegar to 4 cups water. You may want to double this, depending on how many berries you are washing.
Step TWO:
Add your berries, immersing them under the water. If you have a lot of berries, you can work in shifts. Let them soak for 5 minutes.
Step THREE:
Scoop your berries out and transfer to a colander. If I am doing a lot of berries, I will re-use the vinegar wash for multiple batches and use a slotted spoon to scoop them out and transfer to colander.
Rinse gently under cold water.
Step FOUR
Spread out on a towel and allow to air dry. This part is IMPORTANT! Removing as much water as possible is crucial in helping your berries last longer in the fridge.
Step FIVE
Transfer to a storage container. I recommend placing a piece of paper towel in the bottom of a meal prep container, or you can use a special produce conserving container.

(*Info & photo courtesy of Sweet Peas & Saffron blog)