Fruit Flag

For ultimate freshness, prepare this treat right before serving. Present it with toothpicks for spearing the fruit and a bowl of your favorite dip, if desired.

What you'll need

• 29 large strawberries
• 30 large blackberries
• 7 or so large bananas
• Lemon juice

How to make it

1. Hull and halve 29 large strawberries and set them aside.

2. Arrange 30 large blackberries, as shown, in the upper left corner of a serving tray or cutting board (it should be at least 8 by 13 inches).

3. Cut 58 banana slices, 3/4-inch-thick, into a bowl. Sprinkle on lemon juice and toss the slices gently with a rubber spatula to keep them from browning.

4. 

   Assemble the banana slices in rows as shown and top each slice with a strawberry half.