WHY STRAWBERRIES ARE SO GOOD FOR YOU

Strawberries aren’t just delicious. Like other bright-colored fruits and vegetables, strawberries are rich in nutrients. They’re a great source of vitamin C.


Very Romantic
The somewhat heart-shaped strawberry is a member of the rose family and a beautiful partner with champagne. No wonder it’s a Valentine’s Day favorite.

Bigger Isn’t Better
The biggest berries aren’t always the best tasting. At the market, look for brightly colored strawberries that are smaller but still plump; their flavor will be more concentrated and delicious.

EASY RECIPIE
Strawberry Rhubarb Cream Pie

INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 eggs, beaten
4 cups chopped rhubarb
3 cups halved fresh strawberries
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
1 egg white



DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
In a large bowl, mix together sugar, flour, and nutmeg. Stir in eggs. Fold in rhubarb making sure to coat well, then do the same with the strawberries. Pour mixture into pie crust. Place second crust on top being sure to cut slits into it to vent steam. Brush egg white on top crust.
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, until rhubarb is tender, and crust is golden.