Watermelon with Sweet Wine Syrup
This refreshing recipe transforms ripe watermelon into an elegant dessert with a touch of history. The key is perfectly ripe watermelon, which is then infused with a sweet syrup made from sherry or claret, creating a delightful contrast of flavors. Chilling the melon on ice enhances the refreshing qualities, making it a perfect treat for a warm day.
Ingredients
- 1 medium Ripe Watermelon (Use a watermelon that is perfectly ripe, with a slightly rough and bumpy surface.)
- 1 cup Pale Sherry or Claret (Use either pale sherry or claret wine.)
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Whole Spices (optional) (Use whole spices like cloves or cinnamon if using claret. Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe).)
- as needed for chilling Ice (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe).)
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- 1Select a perfectly ripe watermelon. Either cut the watermelon in half, or plug a hole in the top to fill it later.
- 2In a saucepan, combine the sherry or claret and sugar. If using claret, add the whole spices. Bring to a boil over medium heat and boil down until it thickens into a syrup, about 15 minutes.
- 3Pour the syrup into the plugged watermelon or over the cut watermelon halves. Place the watermelon on ice and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
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