caneberries

Raspberries and blackberries are caneberries, which grow on long arching or trailing stems called canes.

When kids help make healthy food, they are more likely to try it. Show kids how to:

❁ rinse berries under cool running water.

❁ mash berries with a fork or potato masher.

❁ measure and mix ingredients.

■ Refrigerate berries in a covered shallow container. Use raspberries within 1 to 3 days; blackberries within 3 to 5 days.

■ Rinse berries under cool running water just before using. Moisture during storage speeds spoilage.

Raspberries and blackberries are caneberries, which grow on long arching or trailing stems called canes.

Raspberries have a hollow center when picked. Red varieties are the most common, but other colors (black, purple, gold) might be found at farmers markets or farm stands.