Strawberry Preserves: History, Uses, and Homemade Recipes
History of Strawberry Preserves
Origins and Evolution
Strawberry preserves have roots tracing back centuries. Originating in Europe, they became a favored way to extend the fruit’s shelf life before modern refrigeration existed. By the 16th century, cooks began combining strawberries with sugar to create the early forms of preserves. Sugar, an expensive commodity at the time, made these preserves