Preserving Wild Berries

Preserving Wild Berries

Wild berries will keep well in the ground. Dig a hole, deep enough for a wooden barrel, place barrel in the hole and fill with berries. Cover with a weighted lid, and year- round you can scoop out berries as you need them. Glass jars or crocks can also be used.

            Berries to be frozen in a home freezer may be put in plastic bags, wrapped securely, and frozen. Thaw in a cold place preferably, and use for puddings, sauces, compotes or baked dishes. A simple way to dry wild berries is to spread them out on a white sheet in the sun. Shake the sheet to turn berries.

            When dry, hang them up in porous sacks to keep. When you wish to use them, soak berries in water for about an hour.