National Blueberry Month!
National Blueberry Month!

July is National Blueberry Month!  Small, round and pleasantly plump, the precious blueberry is deliciously succulent and tart-sweet.  So, why shouldn’t it have a whole month to celebrate it?  This popular berry offers a slightly crunchy juicy texture that is packed full of antioxidants.  Blueberries make delicious pies, muffins, breads, waffles, pancakes, turnovers, cobblers, jams, jellies, preserves and wine.  Serve over ice cream, frozen yogurt, or Greek yogurt.  Create a refreshing blueberry shake or smoothie.  The possibilities are endless!  Start celebrating Blueberry Month with Piazza Produce today!

United Pies of Elkhart Blueberry Pie
United Pies of Elkhart Blueberry Pie
Piazza #4953 - 10" 4 ct case

United Pies of Elkhart has created a signature 10″ deep dish blueberry pie that is a home style, hand packed, natural juice pie.  It is pre-cooked, washed and sugared and frozen.  Just thaw and serve!  Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or heat and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.  Perfect for a summer evening dessert!

Scholars Inn Blueberry Muffin Mix
Scholars Inn Blueberry Muffin Mix
Piazza #83441 - 9 lb case

Once you’ve tried Scholars Inns’ delicious muffins, your morning will never be the same again!  With a variety of flavors, there’s a muffin for everyone.  Try them full-sized or as mini’s.  The 9 pound bucket allows you to make as much as you want!  Just make sure you make blueberry muffins in celebration of Blueberry Month! (Additional flavors: Pumpkin Cream Cheese, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate-Chocolate Chip, Vegan Carrot, Orange Poppyseed)

Make your own Blueberry Dessert Tarts using Fresh Blueberries!
Make your own Blueberry Dessert Tarts using Fresh Blueberries!
Piazza #8090 - 12x1 pint

Create your own delicious dessert this summer using fresh blueberries from Piazza Produce!  Simply fill a puff pastry with Mascarpone cheese and top with blueberries and mint for an exquisite dessert!

Blueberries: Storage & Selection
Blueberries: Storage & Selection

Choose blueberries that are firm and have a tendency to move freely upon shaking the container.  If they don’t move, they are probably soft or damaged.  Blueberries should be free from moisture since the presence of water will cause the berries to decay.  Don’t wash your blueberries until right before you are ready to eat them.  When you are ready to store them, make sure you remove any crushed or moldy berries to prevent the rest from spoiling.  Store in a covered container in the refrigerator where they will keep for up to 3 days.  You can freeze ripe berries, even though it might change the texture and flavor.  Just wash, drain and remove any damaged berries before freezing.  Spread the berries out on a cookie sheet and place in the freezer until frozen.  Then put the berries in a plastic bag and store in the freezer.  This will ensure uniform texture upon thawing.  Either way you store them you are sure to enjoy them!