This roasted strawberry coconut shake (The First Mess) is something different, from a Canadian organic chef. Roasting the strawberries with maple syrup turns this smoothie into something else.
Mash or blend strawberries for young children, and avoid for pollen allergies. Keep away from pets due to fruit/pips contain natural cyanide. Read more on food safety for people & pets.
Strawberries are one of England’s favourite fruits (the only ones with seeds on the outside). Related to roses, they are one of the so-called ‘dirty dozen’ that are often sprayed in chemicals, so splurge on organic.
If the underside of punnets are stained, that means lower berries are crushed. Smaller wild strawberries tend to have more flavour. Lay on a plate and store in the fridge, removing an hour or so before eating. Don’t wash before you chill them, or they’ll get soggy bottoms! If freezing, cut and remove stems, then transfer to a silicone freezer bag.
