Blueberry-Blackberry Shortcakes
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Kickin’ off the summer right on time with this old-fashioned short cake is hearty and low in fat. The key to tender shortcakes is to not overwork the dough, so pat it out instead of rolling it. A portion of the blueberries is cooked with sugar and cornstarch to form a blueberry glaze that binds the filling. This dessert is best with fresh berries.
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Watermelon’s Tasty Little Secret
I always know that summer is approaching when I buy my first watermelon. We almost always have a bowl of watermelon cut up in our fridge throughout the entire summer. It is definitely one of the most refreshing foods on a hot day.
Watermelon is packed full of nutrients and phytochemicals, but there is one nutrition fact most people aren’t aware of: Watermelon has more lycopene than tomatoes! According to the USDA, Watermelon has about 40% more lycopene than raw tomatoes which are known for their high lycopene levels. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to possibly help fight heart disease and prevent several types of cancer.
