Fruit

Cranberries: when it's in season and what to cook

Cranberries are usually at their best from October to December across much of the US. That includes now.

October, November, December

How to pick it

Look for plump, glossy, firm berries; sort out any soft or shriveled ones before cooking.

How to keep it

Refrigerate the bag for a few weeks, or freeze it as is and cook straight from frozen.

Months are when each item is usually at its best across much of the US. Seasons start earlier in warm places and later in cool ones, and they shift from year to year, so your local farm stand or market is the best guide.

Recipes with cranberries

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