High in antioxidants, blueberries are often considered one of the top “superfoods” by doctors and nutritionists. They contain fiber, vitamin C, potassium and more antioxidants per serving than green tea or red wine. Studies show that blueberries improve brain function, help lower the risk of heart disease and cancer, and contain anti-inflammatory properties.
This year, when making Thanksgiving dinner, reach for blueberries. A new twist on cranberry sauce, this blueberry-cranberry relish will soon be a family favorite!
Ingredients

1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh orange juice
8 oz. fresh cranberries
1 tablespoon orange zest
3/4 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

Directions
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Blueberries are in peak season during July. You can find blueberries everywhere this time of year, and at a low cost, or even free if you grow your own. While they’re in season you may want to make sure you freeze a few for later in the year when the price goes back up. The price for blueberries off season is more than double the price of in season.
Blueberries are one of the super foods for our bodies, and our immune system. They’re loaded with antioxidants, so their a handy little food to have around all year.
Blueberries are super simple …read more

Everytime I turn around I see a new healthiest foods list. On almost every list I see, the tiny blueberry is at or near the top of the healthy food chart. For such a tiny little fruit, blueberries pack a mighty punch.

Blueberries are high in antioxidants which are thought to help protect our bodies from free radicals. They’re high in vitamin E and C, among other important antioxidants. Check out some of the studies at the US Blueberry Council for more on the health benefits of the tiny blueberry.
Now is the time of year to stock up on blueberries. When …read more

QuiltingAndPatchwork.com
I’ve discovered Cyndi’s Busy Family Meals blog (another b5media blog) and enjoy her quick recipes.  I’ve written a “Country Kitchen” cooking column for years and have explored various types of foods and cooking.  I find now I search for recipes and meal ideas that are quick to prepare and lend themselves to a very busy lifestyle.
Since blueberries also are very good for us, according to recent research, in addition to being tasty, my attention was caught by “Jean’s Blueberry Quickbread” recipe at Busy Family Meals [for busy quilters].
What quick meal preparation tips have you found in your busy quilting and …read more