Are you all loving the fresh blueberries that seem to be just exploding everywhere? I feel like I’m seeing them by the bucketfuls at the grocery store and farmer’s market. And I’m so loving it! But I keep buying them and then I gotta find a hundred ways to use them. #goodproblemtohave Homemade blueberry sauce to the rescue! This uses a lot of blueberries – a whole pound! – and is great for having on hand all summer long. (It stores beautifully in the fridge or freezer.) A jar of this in your fridge and you will be ready to serve up some fancy ice cream, top some pancakes or waffles (even my whole wheat blueberry waffles), or just drizzle a bit on your yogurt. Shoot, drizzle it on some toast. It’s that good. Love strawberries too? Be sure to check out my easy strawberry sauce. And homemade blueberry sauce couldn’t be simpler to make. Just boil some fresh blueberries with sugar, a pinch of salt and a splash of orange juice, then blend it up, cook the mixture in the pan to help it reduce a little, cool and store. That’s all folks. Just 15 minutes and you’ve got the sweetest, prettiest little sauce stored away. Ready for brunch, dessert or any other way you can find to use it. Plus, you can pop some of this in the freezer and you can enjoy a taste of summer freshness throughout the winter months. More storage tips below. It also makes a wonderful hostess gift or a new-neighbor or teacher gift. Slap a tag and a ribbon on a little jar of this blueberry sauce and you are going to be making lots of new friends. OK, as promised, let’s talk about how to store this yummy blueberry sauce.
Storage Tips:
Refrigerator: Let the sauce cool completely, then pack into jars or other storage containers with a seal-proof lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Freezer: Let the sauce cool completely, then pack into freezer-safe jars or other storage containers with a seal-proof lid. You can also use ice cube trays to freeze small portions then transfer them to a ziplock bag. Label and date and freeze for up to 3-4 months. Tip: Be sure to leave a little room at the top of the jar so it can expand in the freezer.
Need even more ways to use up your fresh blueberries? Check out my no-bake frozen blueberry pie. It’s my daughter’s absolute favorite! I also love making this easy blueberry balsamic vinaigrette for salads. Round up all the fresh blueberries you can and get your sauce on. You’ll love having this on hand! Enjoy! XO, Kathryn Refrigerator: Let the sauce cool completely, then pack into jars or other storage containers with a seal-proof lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Freezer: Let the sauce cool completely, then pack into freezer-safe jars or other storage containers with a seal-proof lid. You can also use ice cube trays to freeze small portions then transfer them to a ziplock bag. Label and date and freeze for up to 3-4 months. Tip: Be sure to leave a little room at the top of the jar so the sauce can safely expand in the freezer.
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