Best Marvelous Melon Recipes

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MARVELOUS MELON



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"Kids love these cantaloupe wedges filled with fruit-flavored gelatin and fresh strawberries. Even guests are impressed with this colorful dish," says Jillian Surman of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. "For different looks, I experiment with other combinations of melons, gelatin and fruit."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large cantaloupe
1 package (3 ounces) strawberry banana gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Cut melon in half lengthwise from bud to stem end; discard seeds. Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each half so melon sits level; pat dry. , In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in applesauce and strawberries. Pour into melon halves (discard any remaining gelatin mixture or save for another use). , Cover and refrigerate overnight. Just before serving, slice each melon half into 3 wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MARVELOUS MELON



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This is a delightful waker-upper and a great favorite at The Congenial Quail Inn in Tucson Arizona, and so easy!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Breakfast

Time 5m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ripe melon (such as Casaba, Cantaloupe, or Honeydew)
1/2 inch fresh gingerroot
fresh mint and fresh edible flower, such as pansy to garnish

Steps:

  • Slice melon into serving wedges and scoop out seeds.
  • Cut along the rind to free the flesh, then cut across and lengthwise into attractive bite-sized pieces.
  • Peel 1/2 inch or so of the ginger root and grate onto melon wedges.
  • Garnish, and serve.

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