WATERMELONADE

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You would be hard-pressed to find something more refreshing than watermelon. This cooler is easy to make, beautiful to behold, and not too sweet. You'll want a pitcher of it in the refrigerator all summer.

Provided by Ruth Cousineau

Categories     Non-Alcoholic     Blender     No-Cook     Fourth of July     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Watermelon     Summer     Party     Gourmet     Drink     Small Plates

Yield Makes 1 gallon (serves 16)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12-pound) watermelon (preferably seedless)
1/4 cup sugar, divided
4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, divided
16 cups ice cubes, divided
Garnish:
Lemon slices and mint sprigs

Steps:

  • Cut watermelon flesh into 2-inch chunks and discard rind. Purée one fourth of watermelon in a blender with 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 tsp lemon juice, 4 cups ice, and a pinch of salt. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, discarding solids. Make 3 more batches. Add sugar to taste if desired and serve over ice.

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