B & B Farms is open to visitors eager to pick their own blueberries and indulge in a little snacking along the way. The farm is open every year from June 26 to August 1. However, the farm recommends stopping by in July, when the harvest is most prolific. Farm-goers are also advised to call ahead and check on the condition of the blueberry harvest and the fields. The farm is open from 8am to 4pm Monday through Saturday.
Local Blueberry Muffin Recipe:
6 T butter softened
2 eggs
1/4 tsp salt
2 3/4 cup NJ fresh blueberries, washed
dash of cinnamon
1 1/4 cup sugar
2 cup flour
1/2 cup milk
dash of nutmeg
Grease muffin tins or use paper liners. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mix together flour, baking powder, salt. Cream butter and sugar together. Add eggs. Add dry ingredients alternating with the milk, to the creamed mixture. Quickly fold in the blueberries and fill muffin 2/3 full. Sprinkle topping mixture of 3 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp nutmeg, and 1 tsp allspice. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.