Melon
Melon, Nectarine, Grape, and Plum Compote
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.
Melon Balls with Port
You may combine various types of melon, if you wish.
Cantaloupe Sorbet with Melon Confetti Compote
A light and pretty treat with intense fruit flavors.
Double-Mint Fruit Compote
This refreshing mint syrup can flavor any combination of fresh fruits. Leftover syrup is great for sweetening iced tea.
Melon with Coconut Milk
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Cantaloupe Granita
Here's an easy granita (a grown up snow cone). If you like, top it off just before serving with a diced melon salad made from cubes of cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon that have been tossed with a bit of sugar and thinly sliced fresh mint leaves.
Fruit Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
An easy side dish for ham or chicken. The dressing can be made a day ahead.
Southwestern-Style Watermelon Salad
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Cantaloupe Sorbet
(Sorbetto al Melone)
Honeydew with Mint, Basil, and Lime
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Cantaloupe Gelato
GELATO DI MELONE
Melon and Blueberry Coupe with White Wine, Vanilla and Mint
Sugar cookies are the perfect accompaniment to this colorful finale.
Watermelon Rind Pickles
Here is an old southern favorite that is delicious as a condiment or great added to tuna, chicken and shrimp salads. Begin preparing the pickles at least three days before you plan to serve them.