Originally Posted by QuiltingNinaSue
Freeze them by washing them off and putting them into freezer bags and freezing them. Later when its cooler, take them out, cooking them until tender, run them through a squeezer with the berry screen, and make jelly.
I keep mine through the winter, and make my jell in the spring-pre-summer heat. Then my freezer is ready for more berries!!
I started freezing mine without washing a few years ago. I think it helps reduce any ice crystals, and by not handling those delicate berries while they are soft, they hold their shape better and don't get squished. I spread them on a cookie sheet in a single layer until firm, and then put them in zip-type freezer bags. It's wonderful having berries any time of year. Just wash them in a colander when thawing.