Since Washington continues to be tops in production, odds are good that you'll pick up a package of the state's fruit the next time you're out shopping for blueberries.
If you want to know how to choose the tastiest blueberries at the store, look out for a deep blue or a purplish-blue color
Once you've got a great carton picked out, there are things you can do to extend the freshness of your berries at home.
You shouldn't wash blueberries until you're ready to use them, since storing them while wet leads to accelerated spoilage.
You should also quickly sift through the container once you get home and discard any berries that are mushy or beginning to mold,
If you haven't decided what to do with your berries yet, there are many outside-the-box recipes that go beyond the typical muffins and pies.
You might consider the British classic blueberry fool, which folds the fruit into a custard or sweetened whipped cream