Fruits of our labours

These few raspberries or framboises to the French are another 'fruit of our labours' in the newly founded Opening Space Retreat produce garden, we have vegetables, herbs and fruits. You would not believe the flavour of these raspberries, so sweet and intense. It is the first year for this plant so crop is limited but very much appreciated even in such small quantities.

Raspberries Rubus Idaeus are a rich source of Vitamin C, Manganese, Vitamin B 1-3 & 6, Folic Acid, magnesium, Copper and Iron. Raspberries are near the top in the list of high content antioxidant strength. Scientific studies show that these antioxidant compounds present in raspberries have potential benefits against cancer, ageing, inflammation and neuro-degenerative diseases.

Try this delightful recipe, in this exciting blog, to make your Summer go with a whizz.....

http://www.yesandyes.org/2011/09/literary-nibbles-anne-of-green-gables.html