Watermelon Recipes

Watermelon Fantasy

A healthy centerpiece to any 4th of July picnic.

Ingredients:

• 1 watermelon
• 1 cantaloupe
• 2 bananas
• 1 can pineapple chunks
• 1 12-ounce bottle of lemon-lime soda

Instructions:

Cut watermelon lengthwise; scoop balls from center with melon scoop. Halve cantaloupe; remove seeds. Scoop balls from cantaloupe. Cut bananas into bite-size pieces. Drain pineapple chunks. Combine fruits in half the watermelon shell; toss lightly. Chill, covered, until ready to serve. Pour chilled lemon-lime drink over fruits; serve immediately.

Watermelon Tarts

These fast and easy tarts are a real crowd pleaser and make a beautiful presentation.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups prepared vanilla pudding
• 6 (5-inch pre-baked) tart shells
• 3 cups chopped seedless watermelon
• 2 cups sweetened whipped cream or whipped topping
• 1 cup toasted almond slices

Instructions:

Divide the pudding among the tart shells and divide the watermelon on top of the pudding. Garnish with whipping cream and toasted almond slices and serve immediately.

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