7 of our best blueberry recipes, including muffins, salads and cake
Blueberries are ready to make their debut for the season. I love the dusty midnight blue of the diminutive berries, along with their mild sweetness that's often accompanied by a touch of tartness. The summer berries are wonderful on their own, but they can also be incorporated into salads, sauces and desserts of all types, to name a few options. Here are some of our best blueberry recipes to put the fruit to good use.
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