Mmmmm ... strawberries

June 13, 2004

Mmmmm ... strawberries

These little guys, nestling in among the straw, were waiting for me when I arrived at the allotment this afternoon. I don't have quite enough strawberries for a dish-full yet, but I enjoyed these straight from the stem.

The consumption of a fresh, organically grown, ripe strawberry is enough to convert someone to the way of the allotment: I've seen it happen. Apples? Pah! The strawberry has to be the ultimate temptation.

13 Jun 2004 20:54:00 | Kitchen

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