Elderberry. Some praise it; others caution against using it. But elderberry is full of antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins, and is a tasty addition to your apothecary and pantry.
Elderberry has been used by Native Americans for thousands of years. The berries are unsafe to consume raw but edible once cooked. You can freeze or dry elderberries or turn them into jelly, juice, or syrup.
Gather Those Berries!
You can gather elderberries from the wild or grow your own. In our area, they’re so prolific that we gather gallons of berries in late summer by clipping off wild clusters.
The easiest way to harvest the berries is freezing clipped clusters in large plastic bags. Then, gently hit the clusters over a large bowl or bucket, knocking off the berries. Alternately,
