Tips for Preparing Strawberries

Strawberries should not be washed until right before eating or using in a recipe. Do not remove their caps and stems until after you have gently washed the berries under cold running water and patted them dry. This will prevent them from absorbing excess water, which can degrade strawberries texture and flavor. To remove the stems, caps and white hull, simply pinch these off with your fingers or use a paring knife.