Oh the blueberries are here--and this year promises to be a bumper crop--having exhausted the strawberries, I am now in full gear for all things blueberry...of course blueberry pie is a long standing favorite, cobbler, muffins, crisps, smoothies, ice cream etc--all good, but lately I have been looking for more to do with these beauties--the lovely fruits that Dr Oz refers to as "brain berries"--yes, bluberries are considered a "super food"!

The other day I tossed some blueberries and slices of lovely ripe peach into my green salad.  While I generally do not like to mix fruits with my savory items, this really made a lovely salad, with some thinly sliced red onion, I find that the sweetness of the fruits, combined with the sharp taste of the onion comes together nicely with a well balanced balsamic vinaigrette. 

Then, while making some lemonade, I "muddled" fresh blueberries  and created a fantastic summer cooler--a bit of fresh mint and plenty of ice, this made a wonderful and seasonal refresher.  What's next?  The peaches are coming...and I have a great idea for blueberry peach strudel...what are you all doing with your blueberries?